Saffir-Simpson hurricane scale
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-010734
A classification system for hurricanes in the Atlantic and Northeast Pacific basins, categorizing them based on their sustained wind speeds. It ranges from Category 1 (74-95 mph) to Category 5 (157 mph or higher), with higher categories indicating greater potential for damage. This scale provides a standardized measure of hurricane intensity for public warnings and preparedness.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-010734 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
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"id": "MLC-T-MET-010734",
"term": "Saffir-Simpson hurricane scale",
"field": "Meteorology and atmospheric science",
"definition": "A classification system for hurricanes in the Atlantic and Northeast Pacific basins, categorizing them based on their sustained wind speeds. It ranges from Category 1 (74-95 mph) to Category 5 (157 mph or higher), with higher categories indicating greater potential for damage. This scale provides a standardized measure of hurricane intensity for public warnings and preparedness.",
"url": "https://mlchart.com/terminology/meteorology/saffir-simpson-hurricane-scale/"
}
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