Dale Eck tells us about the Saffir-Simpson Scale

Former TWC OCM Dale Eck explains to us about the Saffir-Simpson hurricane damage scale and tells us the contrast between a Category 1 hurricane and a Category 5 hurricane, but how they all cause damage. He also tells us what factors the scale involves, which combined to give the hurricane it's desctructive power and that by knowing the rating of the storm and listening to the lastest information, we can best protect our lives and property.

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[ILovestorms]

The storm surge part of the scale is worthless, according to TWC's former hurricane expert, Dr. Steve Lyons.