Historical Events tagged with "camille"
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Natural Disasters
Hurricane Camille Devastates the Gulf Coast
August 17th, 1969 55 years ago
Hurricane Camille, a Category 5 hurricane, devastated the U.S. Gulf Coast in August, resulting in 256 fatalities and severe destruction. Making landfall near Pass Christian, Mississippi, it produced winds exceeding 190 mph, causing catastrophic flooding and widespread damage to infrastructure. Camille remains one of the strongest hurricanes recorded, leaving a lasting impact on the region's landscape and community resilience.
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