1926 Miami hurricane: Florida's turning point to economic depression
In the early 1920's Miami and Florida in general attained some of the biggest economic growth in American history. The growth was fueled by Florida's first land boom. This boom opened Miami to outside speculators and investors. Massive plots of land were sub-divided and sold as lots.
Money influenced the overall economy of Miami. Americans now had jobs with payed vacations, pensions and fringe benefits. In addition the automobile was available to the new middle class allowing them to travel with ease. The government helped with the growth by providing state transportation and public services. The U.S Government , Department of Agriculture, Weather Bureau considered that the city of Miami would be the most important city in America because of its growth in population and economic potential.
In Miami the construction would soon take over the city. Small settlements in Lemon City, Coconut Grove, and Little River were the first places were visited by new tourists and residents. New buildings were constantly being built on the beaches if Miami. Tourists would come from all over the world to see the beauties of the new upcoming city of Miami. Most of the people that came to Miami really didn't know how vulnerable the area was to tropical storms and hurricanes. Although short lived this boom would shape the economy of South Florida and Miami for decades to come.
Money influenced the overall economy of Miami. Americans now had jobs with payed vacations, pensions and fringe benefits. In addition the automobile was available to the new middle class allowing them to travel with ease. The government helped with the growth by providing state transportation and public services. The U.S Government , Department of Agriculture, Weather Bureau considered that the city of Miami would be the most important city in America because of its growth in population and economic potential.
In Miami the construction would soon take over the city. Small settlements in Lemon City, Coconut Grove, and Little River were the first places were visited by new tourists and residents. New buildings were constantly being built on the beaches if Miami. Tourists would come from all over the world to see the beauties of the new upcoming city of Miami. Most of the people that came to Miami really didn't know how vulnerable the area was to tropical storms and hurricanes. Although short lived this boom would shape the economy of South Florida and Miami for decades to come.