Natural Disasters in 1998
Summary: our documented records include 1 major natural disaster in 1998, with a combined estimated death toll of 11,000. This covers major documented events only — smaller events of 1998 may not be recorded.
| Event | Type | Country | Date | Fatalities |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1998 Hurricane Mitch | Hurricane / Cyclone / Typhoon | Honduras | Oct 29 | 11,000 |
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