Hurricane Ivan struck Grenada on September 7, 2004, as a Category 3 hurricane with maximum sustained winds of around 120 mph (193 km/h). The storm caused widespread devastation and loss of life on the island. More than 90% of the buildings on Grenada were damaged or destroyed, and the hurricane's impact was estimated to be equivalent to about twice the country's gross domestic product. The storm left a trail of destruction, knocking down power lines, uprooting trees, and causing extensive floodi