Miami

Miami, officially the City of Miami, is a coastal city in the U.S. state of Florida and the seat of Miami-Dade County in South Florida. It is the core of the Miami metropolitan area, which, with a population of 6.14 million, is the second-largest metropolitan area in the Southeast after Atlanta, and the ninth-largest in the United States. With a population of 442,241 as of the 2020 census, Miami is the second-most populous city in Florida after Jacksonville. Miami has the third-largest skyline in the U.S. with over 300 high-rises, 61 of which exceed 491 ft (150 m).
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Some of the key events about Miami

  • 1896
    The city of Miami was officially incorporated with a population of just over 300 people
  • 1926
    The University of Miami was founded, becoming a major educational institution in the region
  • 1926
    A devastating hurricane struck Miami, causing widespread destruction and loss of life
  • 1929
    The stock market crash severely impacted Miami's economy and real estate market
  • 1934
    Pan American Airways began offering flights from Miami to Havana, establishing the city as an international aviation hub
  • 1959
    The Miami International Airport opened, further solidifying the city's role in global air travel
  • 1966
    The Miami Dolphins professional football team was founded, bringing major league sports to the city
  • 1980
    The McDuffie riots erupted, resulting in 18 deaths and extensive property damage
  • 1981
    Miami experienced its deadliest year on record with 621 homicides
  • 1984
    The Miami Metro Rail system began operations, improving public transportation in the city
  • 1987
    The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts opened, becoming a cultural landmark in downtown Miami
  • 1992
    Hurricane Andrew devastated South Florida, causing billions in damage and reshaping Miami's landscape
  • 1996
    The AmericanAirlines Arena (now FTX Arena) opened, providing a state-of-the-art venue for sports and entertainment
  • 2000
    The Elián González affair sparked tensions and protests in Miami
  • 2001
    The 2001 anthrax attacks included contaminated letters sent through Miami
  • 2002
    Art Basel Miami Beach held its first show, establishing Miami as a major center for contemporary art
  • 2008
    The Great Recession hit Miami particularly hard, leading to a severe housing crisis
  • 2009
    The Port of Miami Tunnel opened, improving access to the port and reducing traffic congestion in downtown Miami
  • 2016
    Miami became the first U.S. city to report local Zika virus transmission
  • 2021
    The Surfside condominium collapse resulted in 98 deaths and raised concerns about building safety

Disclaimer: This material is written based on information taken from open sources, including Wikipedia, news media, podcasts, and other public sources.

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