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4 months agoOMG science
Some Experts Want a New Category 6' For Stronger Hurricanes
Climate change has led to stronger tropical storms, prompting some experts to propose a new Category 6 for hurricanes with winds exceeding 192 mph.
Some experts believe that another category is not necessary and that focusing on wind speed may give the wrong signal since water is the deadliest aspect of hurricanes. [ more ]