However, only 58% of the electorate voted in the independence referendum, which had to be postponed one day due to disruptions caused by Hurricane Felix.

Nearly a century later, in 1995, Hurricane Felix caused notable damage.

Hurricane Felix formed from a tropical wave that moved off the coast of Africa on August 6.

Because Hurricane Felix remained offshore, it caused little property damage.

In the aftermath of Hurricane Felix, the seven damaged homes on Ocean Walk were condemned by town officials.

"But then, folks are more worried about Hurricane Felix and if the fish are biting or not."

Hurricane Felix hit Puerto Cabezas on September 4, 2007, killing about 100 people.

Hurricane Felix was a strong Category 5 hurricane with fastest wind speeds of 175 mph.

Hurricane Felix also caused damage and fatalities, but never made landfall.

The depression continued to strengthen, and became Hurricane Felix by September 13.