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Yes, hurricane force winds are defined as 74 mph or higher.
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Is a hurricane a tropical storm?
In a sense, yes. But when a tropical storm's winds reach 74 mph it is no longer called a tropical storm but a hurricane, unless the winds later weaken to below 74mph.
Why do you need a hurricane kit?
So that you are more safe and that you have food (etc) if a hurricane is to hit
What is the northern most US state to get hit by a hurricane?
Technically, it would be Maine because there is no state farther north with a coastline. Hurricanes have made landfall in ever state along the East Coast in the past, though you're talking about the remnants of hurricanes when you get that far north. I'm not sure the answer to your question if you're specifically referring to a hurricane with sustained winds of >74mph, but my guess would be that Cape Cod or some of the islands there off MA would be the answer.
What are five things that cause a hurricane to form?
what are the five events that need to take place for a hurricane to form
Does hurricane need a capital lertter?
No, because it is a general/nonspecific noun, however if you were naming a particular hurricane i.e. Hurricane Katrina, then a capital letter for hurricane would be needed because it is a proper noun.
Is a hurricane a tropical storm?
In a sense, yes. But when a tropical storm's winds reach 74 mph it is no longer called a tropical storm but a hurricane, unless the winds later weaken to below 74mph.
Why is the speed of a tropical storm 39 miles per hour and a hurricane 74 miles per hour?
the speed is 39mph and 74mph respectively
What day did the hurricane Katrina started and ended and what was the speed of it?
It started on Tuesday 23rd August 2005 and then ended a week later on Tuesday 30th August 2005. The wind speed was 74mph. Hope this helped! xx
What is the speed of a roller coaster?
74mph is the top speed
What is the Suzuki ltz400 top speed?
about 67 to 74mph
What is the Honda cbr 125 top speed?
74mph avg.
How many miles per hour can a hurricane go up to?
A hurricane's rotational speed must be at least 74mph(120km/h) to be called a hurricane, anything less and it is a tropical storm or depression. A hurricane can travel from a stationary position to speeds in excess of 70 mph depending on the upper level steering current winds. Most move about 15-30 mph.
What does a hurricane need to strengthen?
For a Hurricane to strengthen it needs tropical,warm water!
Why do you need a hurricane kit?
So that you are more safe and that you have food (etc) if a hurricane is to hit
What are the dangers during a hurricane and after a hurricane?
In a hurricane loads of items will be blown over and you may need to be evacuated. After a hurricane you should be aware of thick blasts of wind after wards.
How long does it take to go one mile at 74 mph?
To solve this, simply manipulate the formula: speed = distance/time 74mph = 1m/time time = 1m/74mph It takes 0.01351351... hours to go 1 mile It takes 0.810 minutes to go 1 mile.
What is the northern most US state to get hit by a hurricane?
Technically, it would be Maine because there is no state farther north with a coastline. Hurricanes have made landfall in ever state along the East Coast in the past, though you're talking about the remnants of hurricanes when you get that far north. I'm not sure the answer to your question if you're specifically referring to a hurricane with sustained winds of >74mph, but my guess would be that Cape Cod or some of the islands there off MA would be the answer.
