After a hurricane goes through its stages and matures, it still can intensify to certain sizes and strengths. Much like that of humans once they’re adults. This all depends on the right environmental factors and whether or not it is near land. The Saffir-Simpson Scale is a way to indicate the strength of these storms by their sustained wind speed, and central barometric pressure.
| Category/Classification | Winds (mph) | Pressure (in. of Hg) | Damage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Category One Hurricane | 74-95 mph | >=28.94 in. of Hg. | Minimal Damage |
| Category Two Hurricane | 96-110 mph | 28.50-28.91 in. of Hg | Significant Damage |
| Category Three Hurricane | 111-129 mph | 27.91-28.47 in. of Hg | Severe Damage |
| Category Four Hurricane | 130-156 mph | 27.17-27.88 in. of Hg | Extreme Damage |
| Category Five Hurricane | >156 mph | <27.17 in.of Hg | Catastrophic Damage |