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Hurricane Ida’s Wrath: A Storm Like No Other
America’s East Coast is reeling after Hurricane Ida tore through eight states, claiming at least 60 lives and leaving a trail of destruction. From Louisiana’s battered coast to New York’s flooded subways, the storm has rewritten disaster playbooks. CGTN’s on-ground footage captures harrowing scenes of submerged neighborhoods, downed power lines, and families scrambling for safety.
From South to Northeast: Chaos Unfolds
After slamming Louisiana on August 29 , Ida’s remnants surged north, drowning cities like Philadelphia and New York in record rainfall. Over 1 million homes lost power, airports halted flights, and highways turned into rivers. 'It felt like a movie apocalypse,' said one New Jersey resident, describing cars floating past her apartment.
Climate Wake-Up Call?
Scientists are linking Ida’s intensity to warmer ocean temperatures—a stark reminder of climate challenges. While recovery efforts ramp up, millions face weeks without electricity or safe housing. As rescue teams work overtime, the world watches a nation grappling with nature’s fury.
CGTN’s on-ground footage captures harrowing scenes of submerged neighborhoods, downed power lines, and families scrambling for safety.
, Ida’s remnants surged north, drowning cities like Philadelphia and New York in record rainfall. Over 1 million homes lost power, airports halted flights, and highways turned into rivers. 
'It felt like a movie apocalypse,' said one New Jersey resident, describing cars floating past her apartment.
As rescue teams work overtime, the world watches a nation grappling with nature’s fury.
