Saffir Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale
A page on scales in our natural disasters coverage, part of our climate reporting, alongside the 7 reports filed on it so far.
Hawaii Coral Reef Insurance Triggered by
Hurricane Lala has triggered a parametric insurance policy for Hawaii's coral reefs, leading to the first payout for damage assessment and repairs.
Hurricane Andrew's Legacy Reshaped Insurance
Hurricane Andrew made landfall in Florida on August 24, 1992, causing $15.5 billion in insured losses and triggering insurer failures.
Storm Watch Possible Over Eastern Corn Belt
The NWS Storm Prediction Center has issued Mesoscale Discussion 2137, indicating a 40 percent chance of a severe weather watch for the eastern Corn...
Hawaii's Coral Reef Insurance Policy Triggered by Hurricane Lala
Severe Thunderstorm Watch 599 Remains Active Across Central U.S.
The Storm Prediction Center reports that Severe Thunderstorm Watch 599 continues, with potential for severe hail and wind in parts of Nebraska, Iowa...
No Tropical Cyclones in the Eastern Pacific at This Time
According to the National Hurricane Center, there are currently no tropical cyclones in the Eastern Pacific.
Tropical Weather Outlook Highlights Potential Low-Pressure Development in the Pacific
The National Hurricane Center reports Tropical Storm Lala active south of Honolulu and notes a medium-chance (50 %) of a tropical depression forming...