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A - Applying Graphs

Click here to go to the THE MOST INTENSE HURRICANES IN THE U.S. 1900-1996 site.

1. Using the graphs you made in the "Get Info" section, determine the approximate maximum sustained wind speed of the following hurricanes.
   
   1. Camille (#2) = miles per hour
   2. Donna (#6) = miles per hour
   3. Opal (#16) = miles per hour
   4. Allen (#18) = miles per hour
   5. Connie (#59) = miles per hour
      
2. Using the graphs you made in the "Get Info" section, determine the approximate storm tide of the following hurricanes.
   
   1. Camille (#2) = feet
   2. Donna (#6) = feet
   3. Opan (#16) = feet
   4. Allen (#18) = feet
   5. Connie (#59) = feet
      
3. What difference does the timing of the tide make on the damage done by a hurricane?
4. Describe the types of damage that would happen if a hurricane with an intensity of 3 on the Saffir-Simpson Scale hit your city. 

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