Hurricanes have many devastating affects on humans. there are many obvious effects such the death toll and the destruction of homes, but it also destroys vegetation. With hurricanes also comes heavy rainfall which causes areas to flood, washing away anything in sight. studies show that the crime rate raises after hurricanes due to peoples desperation to survive. If you are lucky enough to survive a hurricane you are very likely to develop pneumonia. After a people may go days, weeks, and even months without electricity. The water can become polluted making it undrinkable, if it is consumed diseases and infection can be easily spread.
New Jersey aftermath of Hurricane Sandy 2012