On the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale, A serious hurricane means a Category 3 or larger. The scale contains five categories determined by the storm's sustained wind speeds. In addition it estimates possible damage to home, ranging from "some damage" to "catastrophic." , researchers advise which the rising intensification of tropical cyclones… Read More

Reports from personal barometers assisted establish that Andrew's central pressure at landfall in Homestead, Florida was 27.23 inches, which makes it the 3rd most rigorous hurricane of record to strike the United States. Andrew's peak winds in south Florida were being indirectly measured as a result of destruction from the measuring devices. An aut… Read More