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"Rethinking Hurricane Categories: The Case for Category 6"

Scientists are proposing the addition of a Category 6 to the Saffir-Simpson scale for hurricanes, as recent storms have surpassed the current Category 5 threshold. Climate change is fueling more intense storms, with the potential for Category 6 hurricanes to become more common. However, some experts argue that adding a new category could lead to confusion and miscommunication about the most significant hurricane risks, such as storm surges and flooding. Instead, they advocate for a focus on communicating these risks more effectively to coastal residents.

via Gizmodo|

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climate-science1 year ago•6 min saved

"Rethinking Hurricane Categories: Climate Change Sparks Debate on Category 6"

A new study by climate scientists suggests that global warming is leading to more intense hurricanes, prompting the consideration of a hypothetical Category 6 on the Saffir-Simpson hurricane wind scale for ultrapowerful storms with winds exceeding 192 mph. The study found an increase in the number of days when conditions could support Category 6 hurricanes, particularly in the Gulf of Mexico and Caribbean. However, experts caution that overreliance on hurricane scales can lead to misleading comparisons between storms, emphasizing the need to focus on individual hazards and treat each storm individually.

via WPLG Local 10|

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weather1 year ago•4 min saved

"Scientists Propose Category 6 Hurricane for Intensifying Storms"

A meteorologist suggests the need for a Category 6 on the Saffir-Simpson scale due to the potential for stronger hurricanes in a warmer world. The National Hurricane Center director, however, emphasizes the focus on individual hazards like storm surge, rainfall, and tornadoes, rather than wind categories. The article highlights the importance of recognizing wind speed's impact on hurricane damage potential and raises the question of whether a new category is necessary in light of climate change and evolving measurement capabilities.

via KPRC Click2Houston|

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weather1 year ago•3 min saved

"Rethinking Hurricane Classifications: The Case for Category 6"

Scientists are considering adding a "Category 6" designation for the most powerful hurricanes and typhoons as climate change makes them more common. The current five-point Saffir-Simpson scale, used since the 1970s, may need updating to reflect the increasing intensity of storms. Researchers propose that Category 5 should include hurricanes with wind speeds of 157 to 192 miles per hour, with a new Category 6 for storms above 192 miles per hour. The National Hurricane Center has not yet weighed in on this proposal, but has made other updates to hurricane forecasts in response to climate change.

via NPR|

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environment1 year ago•3 min saved

"Rethinking Hurricane Classifications: The Case for Category 6 Storms"

Scientists are proposing the addition of a Category 6 to the Saffir-Simpson Scale to account for increasingly intense hurricanes, with wind speeds exceeding 192 mph. Climate change is contributing to the rise of these mega-hurricanes, which are becoming more common due to warming oceans and atmosphere. The proposed Category 6 would include storms with sustained winds of 192 mph or more, and recent examples that could fit this classification include Haiyan, Patricia, Meranti, Goni, and Surigae. The researchers acknowledge the limitations of the current scale and emphasize the need for updated measures to reflect the impact of climate change on storm intensity.

via Jalopnik|

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environment1 year ago•3 min saved

"Rising Intensity: Scientists Propose Category 6 for Hurricanes"

A new study suggests that hurricanes are becoming so strong due to the climate crisis that a new "category 6" should be added to the Saffir-Simpson hurricane scale, with sustained winds of 192mph or more. The study argues that the intensity of major storms has notably increased due to a super-heated ocean providing extra energy, and that a category 6 would highlight the heightened risks brought by the climate crisis. While there is no indication that hurricanes will soon be officially classified as category 6, the proposal aims to raise awareness about the impact of climate change on the most intense storms.

via The Guardian|

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environment1 year ago•6 min saved

"Rethinking Hurricane Categories: Is It Time for a Category 6?"

As hurricanes become more intense due to climate change, scientists propose the addition of a Category 6 to the Saffir-Simpson scale for measuring hurricane intensity. With storms surpassing previous extreme limits, the proposed Category 6 would apply to tropical cyclones with sustained winds of at least 192 mph. The research highlights the need to better equip coastal communities for changing weather extremes and emphasizes the impact of global warming on hurricane intensity. However, there is debate among meteorologists about the necessity and potential drawbacks of adding a new category to the scale.

via The Washington Post|

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climate-change1 year ago•5 min saved

"Scientists Push for Category 6 Hurricane Designation Due to Increasing Strength"

A new study suggests that global warming is intensifying the world's most powerful hurricanes, potentially warranting a hypothetical Category 6 on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale due to rising temperatures in the ocean and atmosphere. The study found that the most intense cyclones are gaining higher wind speeds and more intensity, with evidence showing this trend will continue as the world grows warmer. While the addition of a Category 6 to the wind scale is not currently proposed, the study aims to prompt discussions on better communicating the increasing risks associated with these supercharged storms in a warming world.

via USA TODAY|

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