The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale was developed in 1971 and unveiled to the public in 1973. Here’s a look at the system ...
And in the case of Hurricane Helene, experts were predicting that the storm surge would be devastating in the coastal areas ...
According to the Saffir-Simpson scale, here are the sustained winds linked to categories 2 through 5 hurricanes: Category 2: 96 to 110 mph (154 to 177 km/h) Category 3: 111 to 129 mph (178 to 208 ...
NOAA forecasters are predicting an above-normal Atlantic hurricane season in 2024, saying there’s an 85% chance it will be more active than usual.
While tropical storms and categories 1 and 2 are not to be taken lightly, it's when we reach Category 3 that a storm reaches ...
The Saffir-Simpson scale was developed to help determine damage and flooding before it strikes. A hurricane is a rotating low-pressure weather system that converts the energy of warm air into ...
Hurricane John referred to as the "zombie hurricane," has been wreaking havoc off the coast of Mexico since Monday. It was ...
Hurricane John, referred to as the "zombie hurricane," has been wreaking havoc off the coast of Mexico since Monday. It was ...