"Rethinking the Hurricane Scale: The Case for Category 6"

Scientists and meteorologists are debating the need for a Category 6 on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale to account for the increasing dangers of climate change-fueled hurricanes. While some argue that a new category could better reflect the intensifying impacts of storms, others emphasize the importance of considering factors beyond wind speed, such as storm surge and rainfall flooding. The discussion highlights the need for improved messaging to the public about the multifaceted threats posed by hurricanes in a changing climate.