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storms and must not be used to make life or death decisions or
decisions relating to the protection of property:
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The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale
Category
Pressure
Wind Speed (knots)
Wind Speed (mph)
Surge (ft)
Damage Level
TD
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less than 34
less than 39
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TS
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34 to 63
39 to 73
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1
980 and up
64 to 82
74 to 95
4 to 5
Minimal
2
965 to 980
83 to 95
96 to 110
6 to 8
Moderate
3
945 to 965
96 to 112
111 to 129
9 to 12
Extensive
4
920 to 945
113 to 136
130 to 156
13 to 18
Extreme
5
less than 920
137 and higher
157 and higher
18 and up
Catastrophic
HURRICANE SAFETY TIPS
Please read and follow these simple safety instructions for severe weather conditions.
Hurricane Safety Tips When threatening weather approaches follow these simple tips to stay safe before, during, and after a Hurricane