Hurricane "Joaquin" is described as extremely dangerous.

Hurricane Joaquin, which caused flooding in the sparsely populated areas of the Bahamas, was ranked fourth on the scale of storms with the “extremely dangerous” characteristic and could increase even more, according to the US Hurricane Center.

However, according to recent estimates by American meteorologists, it is unlikely that a hurricane will reach the east coast of the country.

"Joaquin" moves over the islands at a speed of six kilometers per hour with stable winds of speed 215 km / h, reaching 80 km from the eye of the storm.

This is the third hurricane of the Atlantic season-2015.

Meteorologists warned of the possibility of storm waves with a height of one and a half to three meters in the central part of the Bahamas, and in some areas rain is expected with a thickness of precipitation up to 51 cm.

As expected, before the hurricane turns to the north, the most severe consequences will be felt by the islands of San Salvador, Cat and Ram Ci.

The authorities of the American states, located along the East Coast, have already begun to prepare for the arrival of a hurricane, which may cause landslides early next week. Recall that three years ago, the destructive superstorm Sandy hit New York and New Jersey, killing 120 people and causing material damage of about 70 billions of dollars.

Military facilities along the coast of Virginia and major cities in parts of the country remote from the ocean - Washington, Baltimore and Philadelphia - may also be affected by the hurricane.

"Forum" prepared A reminder that will help you prepare for the arrival of the hurricane.

29 of August was fulfilled For ten years, one of the most devastating hurricanes in US history, Catherine, hit the southern states of the United States. He took the life of an 1836 man and virtually completely destroyed New Orleans.