How fast is the wind have to blow to be classified as a hurricane?

Abhilash Kandwal asked Dec 27, 2023

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Abhilash Kandwal asked Dec 27, 2023

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74 mph (64 KT)

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when the wind exceeds 74 mph (64 KT), the storm is considered to be a hurricane.

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