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Image: Hurricane Andrew - Residents receive aid from the American Red Cross
Hurricane Andrew, Fla., August 24,1992 -- Volunteer assistance was received from volunteer organizations including the American Red Cross and Salvation Army. One million people were evacuated and 54 died in this hurricane. Bob Epstein/Released/FEMA