Latest News About Saffir-Simpson Scale

The Saffir-Simpson Scale is a tool used to categorize hurricanes based on their intensity and potential damage. While traditionally the scale has only gone up to Category 5, discussions have emerged about the possibility of introducing a Category 6 designation to account for even more destructive storms. This potential addition reflects the ongoing research and debate within the meteorological community concerning the changing nature of extreme weather events and the need for updated frameworks to assess and communicate their impacts.