What a Category 1 Hurricane Can Still Destroy
• Category 1 hurricanes, though the weakest on the scale, can still cause significant wind damage, including broken tree limbs and roof damage.
• Storm surge from a Category 1 hurricane can lead to coastal flooding, making roads impassable and isolating communities.
• Heavy rainfall associated with these storms can cause inland flooding, impacting homes, businesses, and agriculture.
Category 1 hurricanes pose serious risks
A Category 1 hurricane, while the lowest on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale, can still inflict significant damage and pose serious risks to life and property. With sustained winds ranging from 74 to 95 mph (119 to 153 km/h), these storms should not be underestimated.
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