1. Hurricane Andrew hit Florida on August 27, 1992, causing immense destruction to the state. The Category 5 storm is considered one of the most devastating hurricanes in US history.

2. On August 27, 1913, the Jacksonville & Southwestern Railroad was formed. It was instrumental in the development of tourism and agriculture throughout northern Florida in the early 20th century.

3. In 1962, NASA launched the Mariner 2 spacecraft towards Venus from Cape Canaveral on August 27. It was the first successful mission to another planet, providing valuable information about our planetary neighbor.

4. On August 27, 1914, the Panama Canal officially opened to traffic, greatly increasing trade opportunities for the state of Florida as it became a vital channel for shipping goods between the Atlantic and Pacific.

5. In 1955, a major hurricane struck the Florida Keys on August 27, causing widespread damage and devastation in the region. The storm, known as Hurricane Diane, resulted in millions of dollars in property damage and several fatalities.