Natural disasters have been around since the Earth was formed. And, depending on where you live, it's no shocker that a hurricane or a tornado might tear through your area every other week. Having said that, not all places are equipped equally to handle Mother Nature's frequent upheavals. And this is where the trouble starts.

The Bahamas, despite a long history of colonial violence, reduced resources, and general exploitation, have thrived as a nation and a culture. However, when it comes to hurricane prevention, they are not so lucky. And the most recent hurricane, Dorian, has been a doozy. Here we have 12 photos to show how the Bahamas have been holding up in the aftermath.

12 The Wrath Of Mother Nature

Hurricane Dorian, at a Category 5, has been labeled the worst storm to ever hit the Bahamas. With wind speeds of about 220 miles an hour, it caused a 20-foot wave to crash into Freeport in Grand Bahama. No piece of infrastructure was spared and many neighborhoods were flattened.

11 It Takes A Village (Aid)

The world jumped into high gear after realizing the devastation that Dorian left behind. Many charities and organizations sent volunteers over in droves, and even dispatched armies! SEACOR Island Lines served as a liaison between the Bahamas and South Florida so that supplies could be brought in to the islands.

10 Making The Best Of A Bad Situation

Although the destruction is intense, there are many silver linings. For instance, most of the hotel rooms on Grand Bahama Island are full and many of their cruises are up and running. And, for all you animal lovers, the pigs in Crystal Beach are back in the water!

9 Food As Humanity

One aid group that is putting in the hours is World Central Kitchen, started by celebrity chef José Andrès. They have been sending out 3600 meals throughout 70 islands!  Director of field operations, Sam Bloch said that food "can make you feel like a human again,"

8 It's Not Easy Being Green (Rethinking Future)

The Abaco Chamber of Commerce is now looking into implementing renewable energy into the islands. Ken Hutton, head of the project, stated that that they had "a clean slate here" and that they should make the most of "this incredible green island in the world," Can't say we disagree!

7 All The Volunteering You Could Ask For

If there ever was a time to get involved in volunteer work, this is the opportunity. There are many charities and organizations working to get the island back on its feet. There is a never-ending list of tasks to be completed, including buying groceries, sorting through donated clothes and cleaning buildings.

6 An Animal Lover's Paradise

5 Opportunities To Support Their Tourism Industry

Even in the aftermath of a hurricane, the Bahamas is still a vacation hotspot. You can snorkel, go bonefishing and do more surfing than you could ever dream of. Visiting the Bahamas will not only stimulate their economy and help them bounce back from Dorian, but it'll also keep their legacy alive.

4 Debris Clean Up Is Trudging Along

The main issue is debris clean-up. Over 4200 homes, schools and infrastructures were devastated. People began to display frustration at the clean-up's slow progression. Katherine Smith, head of the Disaster Reconstruction Authority, admitted that more aggressive measures would have to be taken going forward.

3 Immigration Becomes A Contentious Point

2 Housing Remains Precarious

Thousands of homes were destroyed in Dorian's sweep. While the government figures out how to re-house all of the displaced Bahamians, they've set up temporary dome shelters.  They are also launching a program to rebuild homes and have them ready for the next hurricane season.

1 Future Is Optimistic, Yet Uncertain

While the Bahamas is making amazing progress, there is still a feeling of insecurity and uncertainty in the air. There are still thousands of Bahamians who need to be housed and there is a lack of safe drinking water. The hurricane relief aid will probably last several more months. Next: Hawaiian Island Disappears After The Passage Of Hurricane Walaka