How Hurricane Idalia Compares to Last 25 Most Destructive Named Storms to Hit Gulf Coast

Hurricane Dennis devastated Cuba and was downgraded from a Category 4 storm to Category 3 before hitting Florida and Alabama. Santa Rosa and Escambia Counties in Florida experienced severe damage, with total U.S. losses estimated at $2.5 billion.

Hurricane Cindy caused significant damage in several states. In Louisiana, it caused beach erosion, infrastructure damage, and a severe blackout. Cindy also caused a widespread tornado outbreak across the southeast, which led to further damage.

Tropical Storm Arlene mainly affected Florida, causing beach erosion, flooding, and minor damage in towns such as Pensacola Beach, with estimated total damages around $11.8 million.

Hurricane Ivan, which reached Category 5 at its peak, devastated the Gulf Coast and caused over $14 billion in damage. In Alabama, the town of Gulf Shores saw significant damage, with much of the community destroyed. Pensacola Beach, Florida, also suffered extensive destruction, with numerous buildings leveled.

Tropical Storm Barry led to moderate flooding in southern Florida and the Panhandle. Southern Alabama also experienced widespread flooding, power outages, and some structural damage.