The Saffir/Simpson Hurricane Scale is used internationally to determine a hurricane’s strength and predict the amount of damage it might cause.

Category 1
Wind Speed:    074  -  095 mph     Minimal damage

Category 2
Wind Speed:    096  -  110 mph     Moderate damage

Category 3
Wind Speed:     111  -  130 mph     Major damage

Category 4
Wind Speed:    131  -  155 mph     Severe damage

Category 5
Wind Speed:    156+ mph              Catastrophic damage