Hurricane-force wind
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-006302
Wind speeds reaching or exceeding 64 knots (74 miles per hour or 118 kilometers per hour), which is the threshold for a tropical cyclone to be classified as a hurricane. These powerful winds are capable of causing extensive damage to structures and vegetation. The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale categorizes hurricanes based on these wind speeds.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-006302 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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"definition": "Wind speeds reaching or exceeding 64 knots (74 miles per hour or 118 kilometers per hour), which is the threshold for a tropical cyclone to be classified as a hurricane. These powerful winds are capable of causing extensive damage to structures and vegetation. The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale categorizes hurricanes based on these wind speeds.",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/hurricane-force-wind/"
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