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A Category 5 hurricane has sustained winds of 157 mph (252 km/h) or higher and typically features a central pressure of 920 millibars or lower. The exact millibar reading can vary, but it generally falls in the range of 900 to 920 millibars. This low pressure is what contributes to the hurricane's intense wind speeds and destructive potential.

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