Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 10:52am on 06 Feb 2024,Tuesday Weather & Environment
A new study proposes the introduction of a "category 6" classification for hurricanes, as storms grow stronger amid the climate crisis. Researchers suggest classifying hurricanes with sustained winds of 192mph or more as category 6, citing increasing occurrences of "mega-hurricanes." Scientists argue that the existing Saffir-Simpson scale, ranging from categories 1 to 5, fails to adequately capture the severity of these extreme storms. While no hurricanes have officially been classified as category 6, the study underscores the urgent need to recognize and prepare for the heightened risks posed by intensifying hurricanes fueled by climate change.
