Hurricane categories are based on wind speed, but the worst damage usually comes from water. Photos show the real damage storms can do at different strengths

Hurricane categories are based on wind speed, but the worst damage usually comes from water. Photos show the real damage storms can do at different strengths

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Hurricane Idalia is seen barreling toward Florida as a Category 1 storm on Tuesday, August 29, 2023. NASA/GOES-East Wind speed determines hurricane categories — not the rain, storm surge, or flooding they can cause. Category 1 storms can still kill people, destroy homes, and leave lasting damage…

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