Saffir-Simpson scale

• What is the Saffir-Simpson scale used for?

  To classify tropical storms
• What are the categories of the Saffir-Simpson scale and their corresponding wind speeds?

  • Category 1: 119-153 km/h
  • Category 2: 154-177 km/h
  • Category 3: 178-208 km/h
  • Category 4: 209-249 km/h
  • Category 5: More than 250 km/h
• What is the wind speed range for Category 1 storms?

  119-153 km/h
• What type of damage is associated with Category 1 storms?

  Minimal damage to mobile homes and vegetation
• What is the height of waves for Category 1 storms?

  1.2-1.7 metres
• What is the storm surge range for Category 1 storms?

  1.2-1.7 metres
• What is the wind speed range for Category 2 storms?

  154-177 km/h
• What type of damage is associated with Category 2 storms?

  Moderate damage to mobile homes and roofs
• What is the height of waves for Category 2 storms?

  1.8-2.6 metres
• What is the storm surge range for Category 2 storms?

  1.8-2.6 metres
• What is the wind speed range for Category 3 storms?

  178-208 km/h
• What type of damage is associated with Category 3 storms?

  Extreme damage to small buildings and roads
• What is the height of waves for Category 3 storms?

  2.7-3.8 metres
• What is the storm surge range for Category 3 storms?

  2.7-3.8 metres
• What is the wind speed range for Category 4 storms?

  209-249 km/h
• What type of damage is associated with Category 4 storms?

  Extreme damage to roofs and mobile homes
• What is the height of waves for Category 4 storms?

  3.9-5.4 metres
• What is the storm surge range for Category 4 storms?

  3.9-5.4 metres
• What is the wind speed range for Category 5 storms?

  More than 250 km/h
• What type of damage is associated with Category 5 storms?

  Catastrophic damage to many buildings