LA: Hurricane Haven or Hurricane Hell No?
So, you wanna know when the last time a hurricane decided to pay LA a visit was, huh? Well, buckle up, because this is a tale as old as time... or at least as old as 1939.
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The Big Kahuna of 1939
Let's talk about El Cordonazo. That's fancy Spanish for "The Lash of St. Francis", and it was basically LA's one and only brush with hurricane-level drama. This bad boy rolled in on September 25, 1939, and while it wasn't officially a hurricane, it packed a tropical storm-sized punch. Winds howled, rain poured, and people probably clutched their pearls tighter than a Kardashian's waist trainer.
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LA: Hurricane-Proof or Just Lucky?
Now, you might be wondering, "If LA got hit once, why not again?" Well, dear reader, it's all about geography. LA is blessed (or cursed, depending on your perspective) with a chill ocean temperature. Hurricanes are like diva pop stars - they need warm waters to thrive. Our Pacific is more like a lukewarm bath than a tropical oasis.
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But wait, there's more! While we've dodged hurricane bullets, we've had our fair share of close calls. Remember Hurricane Hilary in 2023? She flirted with the coast, making everyone whip out their rain boots and anxiety meds. Luckily, she decided to party in Mexico instead.
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So, Should Angelenos Invest in Life Jackets?
Probably not. While the possibility of a hurricane hitting LA isn't zero, it's about as likely as winning the lottery and being struck by lightning on the same day. So, relax, enjoy the sunshine, and maybe invest in a good umbrella instead.
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How To... Hurricane Preparedness (Just In Case)
- How to prepare for a hurricane that might never come: Stock up on snacks, binge-watch your favorite shows, and practice your "I told you so" face.
- How to survive a hurricane in LA (hypothetically): Find a hill, build an ark, and bring enough avocado toast to last a week.
- How to impress your friends with hurricane trivia: Drop knowledge about El Cordonazo and watch their jaws drop.
- How to stay calm during a hurricane scare: Remember, it's probably just a strong Santa Ana wind.
- How to rebuild your life after a hurricane that never happened: Go back to normal, eat some tacos, and forget the whole thing ever happened.
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