Hugh
(Senior Storm Chaser)
Sun Aug 28 2005 12:54 PM
Re: CAT 5 160mph!!!!!!!!

Quote:

Margie,
The NHC Special Discussion shows Cat 5, 155mph at landfall 30.0N 89.8W.




155mph is *technically* a Cat 4. 156 is the min for Cat 5. Having said that, Dr. Lyons just indicated it may shift NNE before landfall, shifting the severe damage away from N.O. That's not me guessing - that's an "expert" opinion!

My opinion of Dr. Lyons isn't great - I miss John Hope - but that's what he gets paid for.



Note: This is NOT an official page. It is run by weather hobbyists and should not be used as a replacement for official sources. 
CFHC's main servers are currently located at Hostdime.com in Orlando, FL.
Image Server Network thanks to Mike Potts and Amazon Web Services. If you have static file hosting space that allows dns aliasing contact us to help out! Some Maps Provided by:
Great thanks to all who donated and everyone who uses the site as well. Site designed for 800x600+ resolution
When in doubt, take the word of the National Hurricane Center