NEW HAVEN, Conn. (WTNH) — On Monday, Hurricane Milton rapidly intensified from a Category 1 to a Major Category 5 hurricane with winds topping 180 MPH.
The Saffir Simpson Scale is based on a hurricane’s maximum sustained wind speed. The scale does NOT take into account other hazards like, storm surge, rainfall, or tornadoes.
Category 1: Sustained winds of 74-95 mph.
Very dangerous winds will produce some damage. Well-constructed frame homes could have damage to roofs, shingles, vinyl siding and gutters. Large branches of trees will snap and shallowly rooted trees may be toppled. Extensive damage to power lines and poles likely will result in power outages that could last a few to several days.
Category 2: Sustained winds of 96-110 mph.
Extremely dangerous winds will cause extensive damage. Well-constructed frame homes could sustain major roof and siding damage. Many shallowly rooted trees will be snapped or uprooted and block numerous roads. Near-total power loss is expected with outages that could last from several days to weeks.
Category 3 : Sustained winds of 111 mph to 129 mph.
Extensive damage from dangerous winds. Some structural damage to small residences and utility buildings with minor amount of wall failures. Mobile homes destroyed. Many trees uprooted or snapped. Power outages lasting several days or weeks.
Category 4 : Sustained winds of 130 mph to 156 mph.
Devastating damage from extremely dangerous winds. Some wall failures with complete house roof structure failures. Extensive damage to doors, windows, and trees. Electricity unavailable for weeks.
Category 5 : Sustained winds of 157 mph and higher.
Catastrophic damage. Complete roof failure on many residences and industrial buildings. Some complete building failures with small buildings blown over or away. Power outages for weeks or months.
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