Hurricane Camille

Hurricane Camille, a Category 5 storm, made landfall near Waveland, Mississippi, on August 17, 1969. It originated as a tropical wave off Africa and intensified rapidly in the Gulf of Mexico. Camille caused significant destruction along the Mississippi coast and central Virginia, with a death toll of 256. The storm's economic impact was about $1.5 billion, equivalent to $10 billion today. Despite its strength, the lower population density in 1969 limited the damage cost. Camille's legacy is marked by its extreme storm surge and flooding, particularly in Virginia.

Where did Hurricane Camille make landfall as a Category 5 hurricane?

• Central Virginia

• Waveland, Mississippi

• Western Caribbean

• Florida Keys

How did Hurricane Camille rank in terms of strength at landfall in the U.S.?

• Fourth strongest

• Strongest ever

• Second strongest

• Third strongest

What was the estimated economic loss caused by Hurricane Camille, adjusted for inflation?

• 15 billion dollars

• 10 billion dollars

• 5 billion dollars

• 1.5 billion dollars

What was a significant factor that limited the damage cost of Hurricane Camille compared to more recent hurricanes?

• Higher population density

• Better evacuation plans

• Lower population density

• Stronger building codes

Which area experienced intense flooding leading to over 100 deaths during Hurricane Camille?

• Western Caribbean

• Florida Keys

• Central Virginia

• Mississippi Coast