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How long are power outstage exepted to last category 2 hurricane?
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∙ 6y ago
Hi my name is Eftalya well a category 2 hurricane power outstage is exepted for 40 hr
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What is the difference between a category 2 hurricane and a category 4 or 5?
A hurricane is a powerful, swirling storm that begins over a warm sea. Hurricanes form in waters near the equator, and then they move toward the poles.The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale classifies hurricanes into five levels of intensity.Category 1: Sustained winds of 74-95 mph; no significant structural damage; coastal flooding; widespread power outages.Category 2: Sustained winds of 96-110 mph; considerable damage on poor construction; power outages, loss of potable water very likely for daysCategory 3: Sustained winds of 111-130 mph; destruction of homes and building without a solid foundation; power loss for weeksCategory 4: Sustained winds of 131-155 mph; heavy, irreparable damage, power loss for weeksCategory 5: Sustained winds of more than 156 mph; complete roof failure on majority of buildings; evacuations required; very few buildings stay intact; power and water loss possible for months
Is there going to be a hurricane in Brighton?
No. It was suspected to come in mid-august from the atlantic . But it was a very low power hurricane. Nothing to worry about.
What happened to the hurricane?
hurricane katrina died out because there wasen't enough power for her to gog on so eventually she died out in new orleans
What is measured using the Saffir-Simpson scale?
The Saffir-Simpson Scale is an estimate of the power of hurricanes. Their Categories are Category 1, Category 2, Category 3, Category 4, and Category 5. All of them are destructive, especially Category 3 through 5.
How many people lost power during Hurricane Sandy?
It killed 26 people by direct effects, and 39 indirectly.
What was the power of hurricane sandy?
At peaks strength Sandy was a category 2 hurricane. At landfall in the U.S. Sandy was a post tropical cyclone equivalent to a category 1 hurricane.
What is the difference between a category 2 hurricane and a category 4 or 5?
A hurricane is a powerful, swirling storm that begins over a warm sea. Hurricanes form in waters near the equator, and then they move toward the poles.The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale classifies hurricanes into five levels of intensity.Category 1: Sustained winds of 74-95 mph; no significant structural damage; coastal flooding; widespread power outages.Category 2: Sustained winds of 96-110 mph; considerable damage on poor construction; power outages, loss of potable water very likely for daysCategory 3: Sustained winds of 111-130 mph; destruction of homes and building without a solid foundation; power loss for weeksCategory 4: Sustained winds of 131-155 mph; heavy, irreparable damage, power loss for weeksCategory 5: Sustained winds of more than 156 mph; complete roof failure on majority of buildings; evacuations required; very few buildings stay intact; power and water loss possible for months
Is the hurricane going to knock down the power?
If you are referring to Hurricane Sandy, then yes. Millions will be without power.
Which was result hurricane Katrina?
Americans criticized President Bush.
What are the latest predictions as to where Hurricane Gustav is going to hit?
As of noon on 31 August, the hurricane is aimed somewhat to the west of New Orleans. It has diminished in power due to its crossing over Cuba, but is likely to gather energy and return to a Category 4 or 5 storm as it moves over the Gulf of Mexico.
Should I buy a generator before hurricane season?
There is a possibility that during a hurricane you could lose power to your home. If you want to maintain power during or restore power shortly after a hurricane, you could purchase a generator before hurricane season. Purchasing a generator during or after hurricane season may be difficult due to the amount of other consumers with similar wishes.
Why does a hurricane reach its lowest pressure over water?
Warm ocean water is the source of power for a hurricane. If a hurricane moves over land it will be cut off from that power source, causing the storm to weaken and the pressure to rise.
Why are hurricane's given names such as Hanna?
Think about it do you really want a hurricane named Hurricane 712564? We note the Hurricanes for there power and being memorable ones its not hard to see why. Well, they give the hurricane names by letters of the alphabet, such as hurricane Alex, or Hurricane Katrina, It's easier to remember than Hurricane 23745.
Is there going to be a hurricane in Brighton?
No. It was suspected to come in mid-august from the atlantic . But it was a very low power hurricane. Nothing to worry about.
How do hurricane affect people's lives?
It would depend what category hurricane it is, for the most part, but hurricanes with a category 1 or higher are strong enough to do property damage or create injuries or deaths. In most cases, the flooding caused by torrential rains and storm surges are the most dangerous part of the storm. Nearly 2,000 people lost their lives in Hurricane Katrina (one of the top 10 deadliest hurricanes on record), and it was only a Category 3 when it hit the shore. Hurricanes destroy homes, wash out roads and farmland, flood businesses, and in developed nations disrupt the power transmission systems. They can drown people, leave them homeless, and leave large populations without electricity and access to food supplies.
What can you do if a category supervisor is abusing their power?
You can report a supervisor who is abusing his power to the website.
What happened to the hurricane?
hurricane katrina died out because there wasen't enough power for her to gog on so eventually she died out in new orleans
