Hurricanes are categorized into 5 groups based on their sustained wind velocity, explained

'Hurricanes are classified into five categories based on their sustained wind speed, with the potential for devastation increasing as the wind velocity escalates. The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale is commonly used to determine the severity of a hurricane, ranging from Category 1 (74-95 mph) to Category 5 (157 mph or higher). For example, Hurricane Katrina in 2005 was a Category 5 hurricane with wind speeds reaching 175 mph, causing catastrophic damage along the Gulf Coast. Understanding the classification of hurricanes is crucial for emergency preparedness and response efforts.