Hurricane forecasters warn that Category 1 hurricanes, like Beryl, can be more devastating than Category 5 storms.

Hurricane forecasters warn against underestimating Category 1 hurricanes, which can be more devastating than Category 5 storms. A Category 1 hurricane, like Hurricane Beryl, can cause massive power outages, heavy rainfall, flooding, and destruction, as seen in Texas in 2024. The misconception that a Category 1 storm is less severe can lead to a lack of preparedness and underestimation of its potential impact.

July 12, 2024
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