Hurricane Harvey made landfall in Texas as a Category 4 storm. Its impact was severe due to stalling, which brought 130 mph winds and days of relentless rain. This resulted in record flooding, making the disaster notable for its prolonged effects rather than just its initial category.

The storm's effects were felt over an extended period, with the combination of strong winds and heavy rain causing significant damage. Further details about Hurricane Harvey's impact are available from the source.

More information can be found about the storm's Category 4 landfall and its subsequent stalling, which led to the record flooding and defined the disaster.