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The catastrophic cyclones in Saffir-Simpson scale are also known as
The catastrophic cyclones in Saffir-Simpson scale are also known as
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Review the categories in the Saffir-Simpson hurricane wind scale.
Updated On: Jan 5, 2025
- Scale-I
- Scale-V
- Scale-IV
- Scale-III
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The Correct Option is B
Solution and Explanation
The most catastrophic cyclones on the Saffir-Simpson scale are categorized as Scale-V, which indicates wind speeds of over 157 mph (252 km/h).
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