Published on: August 15, 2009 at 11:00 PM

THIS IS HISTORICAL INFORMATION. IT IS NOT CURRENT. SCROLL DOWN FOR CURRENT TROPICAL WEATHER INFORMATION.

On the evening of Friday, August 15, 1969, Hurricane Camille was crossing the western tip of Cuba. The storm’s maximum intensity had only weakened slightly during its short trip over the island. Forecasters knew that the storm was going to be a big problem when it got into the confines of the Gulf.

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