Of these storms, 18 were named, 11 became hurricanes and 4 reached major hurricane status.

By the time the hurricane reached this far, its power had diminished.

The following day, the hurricane re-intensified and again reached Category 2 status.

The hurricane continued to the northwest, and reached a peak of 105 mph (170 km/h) on July 16.

But most people sought refuge long before the hurricane reached the nation.

After crossing the peninsula, the hurricane reached the Gulf of Mexico.

Thus, future hurricanes may reach areas previously not affected by such storms.

The hurricane reached a point just west of the Azores and weakened to a tropical storm.

The forecast did not specify how many hurricanes would reach major hurricane status.

For the first time in 27 years three hurricanes reached major hurricane status.