Theoretically the worst possible natural disaster that could ever occur, a hurricane and earthquake happening simultaneously. To date, August 20th, 2023, was the first one to occur in US history. It wasn't that bad and no, we did not have an apocalypse yet. We might though. Who really knows at this point.
Oh shit! It's a hurriquake!
by AlienShake August 20, 2023
When the hurriquake hit, my house collapsed and was swept away. Another version of this would be a second Trump presidency.
by Goofnut August 20, 2023
by AcE2DuCe August 22, 2023
The clenching, churning, and or sharp pain in your guts that precedes explosive diarrhea. It is likely to include inhuman sounds. When one strikes you have but moments before catastrophic damage. This event may be the result of consuming Taco Bell.
I was out at a club with my bros when a hurriquake struck. To my horror, I realized that my white skinny jeans were in danger of catastrophic damage. I sheltered in place, in pain, and held up one of only two bathroom stalls. Take cover, Los Angeles!
by Power Puff Ghoul August 23, 2023
hur·ri·quake /ˈhərēˌkwāk/
noun
A rare and unprecedented meteorological phenomenon characterized by the simultaneous occurrence of a hurricane and an earthquake, often leading to widespread astonishment, disruption, and intrigue.
A situation or event displaying an extraordinary collision or confluence of disparate elements, often inciting both awe and confusion.
August 8th, 2023, Los Angeles found itself in the eye of a literal and figurative storm, as it experienced a hurriquake - a hurricane strong enough to blow the Hollywood sign into a new font, coupled with an earthquake that made the Walk of Fame stars twinkle in broad daylight.
Etymology:
Early 21st century, blend of "hurricane" and "earthquake." Coined to describe hurricanes and earthquakes that happen at the same time.
noun
A rare and unprecedented meteorological phenomenon characterized by the simultaneous occurrence of a hurricane and an earthquake, often leading to widespread astonishment, disruption, and intrigue.
A situation or event displaying an extraordinary collision or confluence of disparate elements, often inciting both awe and confusion.
August 8th, 2023, Los Angeles found itself in the eye of a literal and figurative storm, as it experienced a hurriquake - a hurricane strong enough to blow the Hollywood sign into a new font, coupled with an earthquake that made the Walk of Fame stars twinkle in broad daylight.
Etymology:
Early 21st century, blend of "hurricane" and "earthquake." Coined to describe hurricanes and earthquakes that happen at the same time.
The Great Los Angeles Hurriquake of August 8th, 2023 caused extensive damage when a category 2 hurricane made landfall in the city at the same moment a 5.5 magnitude earthquake struck.
by Kewk August 21, 2023
Theoritically the worst possible natural disaster that could ever occur, a hurricane and earthquake happening simultaneously. To date, it has not happened yet. If and when it does happen, it'll most likely be a sign of impending Apocalypse.
by Fallie the Pally March 13, 2010
An earthquake that has an epicenter in or near an area being struck simultaneously by a hurricane/tropical cyclone. The first recorded occurrence of a hurriquake was August 20, 2023, when a 5.1 tremor struck Ojai, California while Tropical Storm Hilary was traveling up the Southern California coastline.
Guy 1: Dude, my phone just got blown up with an earthquake warning, a tropical storm warning, and a flash flood warning.
Guy 2: I think we just had the first hurriquake.
Guy 2: I think we just had the first hurriquake.
by economous August 21, 2023