Hurricane Hugo 1989

This Category 4 storm with winds between 135 to 160 mph, the center of the storm passed some 60 miles to the south of BVI, storm surge of 3-4 feet was experienced with as much as 9 to 12 feet observed in some areas. Homes were damaged, 100 persons were made homeless. 30 %( 960 homes) of all houses were damaged and 10 % (96) of homes were severely damaged with costs of $80,000 US and above. The total damage to homes was $14,640,000 USD. Much of the damage to homes was damaged roofing. Eight schools experienced damage. An estimated 40 % of the mangrove area had been wind damaged. Damage occurred on the coasts of Beef Island and Tortola with the greatest damage on the south coast. Beaches were eroded for 5-10 yards inland. Total dollar loss to the BVI was estimated at 40 million dollars, this figure exceeded the total recurrent expenditure for 1989.

Source: https://www.oas.org/cdmp/hazmap/Grenada/hugo.htm