Hurricane Tracking Blog

Here’s a quick look at some of the more popular hurricane terms that you should know:

1. Tropical Storm
   An organized system of clouds and thunderstorms with a defined circulation and top winds of 63 kph (39 mph) to 118 kph (74 mph).
2. Hurricane Watch
   Hurricane conditions possible within 36 hours.
3. Hurricane Warning
   Hurricane conditions expected within 24 hours.
4. Hurricane
   An intense tropical weather system well-defined circulation and wind speeds of 118 kph (74 mph) or higher.
   Hurricane wind speeds:
   - Category One: winds 74-95 mph
   - Category Two: winds 96-110 mph
   - Category Three: winds 111-130 mph
   - Category Four: winds 131-155 mph
   - Category Five: winds 156 mph upwards