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What determines the category rating of a hurricane.
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What determines the category rating of a hurricane.

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Wind speed is the sole determinant

Category 1 — 74-95 mph
Category 2 — 96-110 mph
Category 3 — 111-129 mph
Category 4 — 130-156 mph
Category 5 — 157+ mph
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