Hurricane Categories Don't Capture All of a Storm's True Dangers
Briefly

Harvey, Category 4, caused most damage from 5 feet of rain post-weakening to tropical storm, highlighting scale limitations.
Wind speed focus in Saffir-Simpson hinders understanding of broader hurricane risks especially in climate change impact scenarios, caution experts.
Experts advocate for considering additional metrics beyond Saffir-Simpson categories for more effective public warning and awareness on storm dangers.
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