Hurricane categories: Learn what the numbers mean

Wednesday, September 12, 2018

What do hurricane categories really mean?

When it comes to hurricanes, one of the biggest questions is what category it will be. Hurricanes are categorized using the Saffir-Simpson scale, which is based on sustained wind speed.

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Hurricane categories: Learn what the numbers mean

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