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At peak intensity Hurricane Irma has sustained winds of 185 miles per hour.

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What category is hurricane Irma?

As of 2:00 PM on September 9, 2017 Hurricane Irma is a category 3 hurricane with sustained winds of 125 mph. It has weakened from its earlier intensity as a category 5. Irma is expected to reintensify into a category 4 storm before hitting Florida.


Why is hurricane Irma so dangerous?

Extrely high winds. They not only destroy structures with wind, but turn ordinary objects into projectiles. The winds also create a "storm surge", where the winds pile water up and cause flooding- as deep as 15 feet more than usual high tides.


When did Hurricane Irma start?

Hurricane Irma first became a tropical storm on Wednesday, August 30, 2017. On Thursday, August 31, 2017, Irma was officially upgraded to hurricane status.


What hurricane is behind Irma?

Jose is another hurricane behind Irma. It most likely will not hit the US but will go out into the Atlantic.


Did Guadalupe get hurt by hurricane Irma?

No, it did not.


What is hurricane Irma?

As of September 5, 2017, Hurricane Irma is a major category 5 hurricane currently threatening areas including the Virgin Islands, Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, Haiti, Cuba, and Florida. With sustained winds of 185 miles per hour it is one of the strongest Atlantic hurricanes ever recorded and is extremely dangerous. Damage in some areas will likely be catastrophic.


How long did hurricane irma last for?

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What is the best city to evacuate from Hurricane Irma?

Ocala


Is Jamaica going to be affected by irma the hurricane?

Not significantly. Hurricane Irma is expected to remain north of Cuba and turn north toward Florida.Jamaica will likely get some rain.


Where is hurricane irma?

As of 2:00 PM on September 9, 2017 Hurricane Irma is centered just north of western Cuba and is expected to move north toward the Florida Keys.


Is hurricane irma going to hit Alabama?

Alabama will probably feel some effects from Hurricane Irma. The storm is expected to make landfall in Florida and will probably move into Alabama as a tropical storm or low-level hurricane, bringing risks of flooding and possibly tornadoes.