Sandy Ground, Saint Martin
| Sandy Ground Sol Sableux | |
|---|---|
  Sandy Ground | |
| Coordinates: 18°03′32″N 63°05′49″W / 18.05889°N 63.09694°WCoordinates: 18°03′32″N 63°05′49″W / 18.05889°N 63.09694°W | |
| Country | France |
| Overseas collectivity | Saint Martin |
Sandy Ground (French: Sol Sableux) is a coastal community on the French side of the island of Saint Martin/Saint Maarten in the Caribbean. It lies on the west coast of the island in the direction of the Lowlands and the Princess Juliana International Airport. Sandy Ground is known for its beaches[1], such as Maho Beach and Pineal Beach, luxury hotels[2] and nature.
Damages from Hurricane Irma
As a result of Hurricane Irma, Sandy Ground sustained heavy damage to its infrastructure. This Category 5 hurricane made landfall on the island in September of 2017, ultimately causing $156 million in damages and killing 15 people.[3]
References
- ↑ "Anguilla Beaches Walk... Sandy Ground Beach and Village". anguilla beaches. Retrieved 2018-09-05.
- ↑ "Top 10 Hotels in Sandy Ground, St. Martin | Hotels.com". www.hotels.com. Retrieved 2018-09-25.
- ↑ Dobson, Jim. "Hurricanes Irma And Maria Update: Caribbean Luxury Resort Damage Reports". Forbes. Retrieved 2018-09-05.
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