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#TBT: September 14, 2023

The New York Times on September 14, 1928, covering the effects of Hurricane Okeechobee, also known as the San Felipe Segundo hurricane, in San Juan, Rico. The storm is the only tropical cyclone on record to strike the island at Category 5 intensity.

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William-Jose Velez Gonzalez

William-José Vélez González is a native from Mayagüez, Puerto Rico, and a graduate from Florida International University in biomedical engineering, engineering management, and international relations. A designer with a strong interest in science, policy, and innovation, he previously served as the national executive vice president of the Puerto Rico Statehood Students Association. William-José lives in Washington, DC, where he works at the Children's National Research Institute and runs Opsin, a nonprofit design studio dedicated to making design more accessible. You can see him on Love is Blind as Lydia's brother. He is the founder and Editor in Chief of Pasquines.

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Flag of Puerto RicoCoat of arms of Puerto Rico
Capital
San Juan
Population
3.2 million
Land area
3,515 sq mi
President
Donald Trump
Presidential vote
No
Voting representation in Congress
No
Official website
www.pr.gov

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