PRESENTATION OUTLINE
On August 5th, 1969 forecasters identified a tropical wave off the coast of Africa.
The National Hurricane Center advised residents on the Isle of Pines and in western Cuba to prepare for gale force winds, heavy rains, and rising tides. The agency also recommended small boats to remain in harbor.The threat of the storm prompted officials to evacuate thousands along the western coast of Cuba and on the Isle of Pines;
The National Hurricane Center used Satellite imaging to track the hurricane
Hurricane Camille generated waves in the Gulf of Mexico that were at least 70 ft in height.
Weather During:
Hurricane Camille brought 10 inches of rain on August 17, 1969. Hurricane Camille also brought in 190 mph winds.
As evacuees returned to Mississippi, the Governor declared martial law, blocking highways into the damaged areas, creating a 6 PM to 6 AM curfew, and opening dormitories at the University of Southern Mississippi and rooms at the Robert E. Lee hotel to shelter those who lost their homes.
Effect On People:
Hurricane Camille took the lives of over 200 people. Also over 20,000 people were left homeless after hurricane Camille struck
Hurricane Camille cost the United States $1.42 billion dollars
5,662 homes destroyed
13,915 homes with major damage
33,933 homes with minor damage
1,082 mobile homes destroyed
621 mobile homes with major damage
775 farm buildings destroyed
2,289 farm buildings with major damage
679 small businesses destroyed or with major damage
Hurricane Camille was a category five storm and was the strongest hurricane that hit the United States in the twentieth century.
Hurricane Camille destroyed many forests and trees and most importantly habitats for many animals living in the target zone of its path.
