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Q: What is the maximum intensity of a hurricane?

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Last update 2024.07.03

Arab Weather - The maximum hurricane intensity is Category 5 on the Saffir-Simpson scale for measuring tropical cyclone intensity. Category 5 hurricanes are classified as very severe, with sustained wind speeds exceeding 157 miles per hour (252 kilometers per hour). Hurricanes of these types can cause... Category: Catastrophic damage to buildings and infrastructure, leading to widespread flooding.

What is the maximum intensity of a hurricane?