On August 14, 2004, Hurricane Charley hit North Causeway in Florida, unexpectedly moving towards the Orlando metropolitan area. Initially forecasted to bring light rain and moderate winds, the hurricane instead intensified and changed direction suddenly, surprising many residents.
Hurricane Charley was notable for its abrupt change in path and the significant damage it caused. It broke power poles at ground level in North Causeway. This event was the start of a difficult hurricane season for Florida, with Charley being the first of four major hurricanes to hit the state that year.
The hurricane left more than 200,000 customers in Volusia and Flagler counties without power. It took nine days to fully restore electricity, underscoring the severe impact on local infrastructure and the community's efforts to recover.
Following Hurricane Charley, Volusia County Emergency Management has increased its preparedness activities. They now use social media to keep residents informed and organize local events such as the annual Hurricane Expo at the Volusia County Fairgrounds and town hall meetings on hurricane preparedness.
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