Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Intensity Scale: Category 1

Category 1: Minimal Damage
Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Intensity Scale

"No real damage to building structures. Damage primarily to unanchored mobile homes, shrubbery, and trees. Also, some coastal road flooding and minor pier damage." 

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Category
Wind Speed

km/hr        mi/hr
Storm Surge

m       ft
Damage
1
119-154      74-95
1-2         4-5
Minimal
2

155-178       96-110

2-3         6-8
Moderate
3

179-210      111-130

3-4        9-12
Extensive
4

211-250      131-155

4-6      13-18
Extreme
5

    >250        >155

>6         >18
Catastrophic

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