In this episode of Tales From South Florida, we explore one of the deadliest natural disasters in American history — the devastating 1928 Lake Okeechobee Hurricane.Discover what South Florida was like during the Florida land boom of the 1920s, how farming communities around Lake Okeechobee grew rapidly, and how a catastrophic hurricane changed the region forever.This episode is a powerful look at resilience, remembrance, and one of the most important events in Florida history. Please like, follow, subscribe, and share the podcast.  Want to further support Tales From South Florida? Well, thank you. It's easy and appreciated. Just click on Buy Me a Coffee and you'll be helping to keep the podcast growing.  South Florida history, Florida hurricanes, Lake Okeechobee disaster, Herbert Hoover Dike, Belle Glade history, Pahokee history, Florida storm history, Florida land boom, historic hurricanes, Everglades history, Palm Beach hurricane 1928, Florida nostalgia podcast#SouthFlorida, #FloridaHistory, #LakeOkeechobee, #1928Hurricane, #FloridaPodcast, #OldFlorida, #PalmBeachHistory, #FloridaStories, #HistoryPodcast, #SouthFloridaHistorySend Me a MessageSupport the showClick the Leave A Message link above to text Bill Monty...FREE!Share your Memories here: Send a voice message to TalesFromSouthFloridaVisit our website at Tales From South Florida Want to be a guest on Tales From South Florida? Send Bill Monty a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/17520056164340322cfae84a5 - Search Share your South Florida memories with us at [email protected] or leave us a voice mailat 754-800-3170. Be sure to tell us your name and the best way to contact you as well as the story you'd like to tell.