CHARLESTON AIR FORCE BASE, S.C. –
Hurricane season will continue through November, with the highest probability of a major hurricane occurring between mid-August and October. Due to a hurricane's capacity for damage, preparation is key for everyone's safety. Weekly hurricane tips provide need-to-know information for staying ahead of the weather and staying safe.
This week's hurricane tip is:
A Category One hurricane will have winds between 74 and 95 miles per hour. This hurricane will cause minimal damage, including damaging unanchored mobile homes, vegetation and signs. The storm surge will be between four to five feet.
This is not to be confused with Hurricane Condition 1, which warns members when winds of 58 mph or more are expected in the area within 12 hours.