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Deadly Disasters: Hurricanes (2023) - FAQ

Frequently asked questions about this film.

What is the minimum wind speed for a hurricane to be classified as category one?

A hurricane is classified as category one when wind speeds reach at least 119 km/h.

What scale is used to rate hurricanes?

Hurricanes are rated using the Saffir-Simpson scale, which categorizes them from category 1 to category 5.

What are the three names given to rotating tropical storms based on their location?

They are called hurricanes in the western North Atlantic, cyclones in the Bay of Bengal and Arabian Sea, and typhoons in the western Pacific.