Hurricane category Wind speed in mph

Question

1 74-95
2 96-110
3 111-129
4 130-156
5 157+
Use the Saffir-Simpson Hurrican Wind Scale to answer the question.

Which structural damage could be expected if a Category 3 hurricane is predicted to hit an area?

(1 point)
Responses

Well-constructed frame homes could have damage to the roof, shingles, vinyl siding, and gutters.
Well-constructed frame homes could have damage to the roof, shingles, vinyl siding, and gutters.

Well-built framed homes could incur major damage or removal of roof shingles, porches, and decking.
Well-built framed homes could incur major damage or removal of roof shingles, porches, and decking.

A high percentage of framed homes could be destroyed, with total roof failure and wall collapse.
A high percentage of framed homes could be destroyed, with total roof failure and wall collapse.

Well-built framed homes could sustain severe damage, with loss of most of the roof structure and some exterior walls.

Answer 1

For a Category 3 hurricane, which has wind speeds of 111-129 mph, the expected structural damage would be as follows:

Well-built framed homes could sustain severe damage, with loss of most of the roof structure and some exterior walls.

This response accurately reflects the level of damage typically associated with a Category 3 hurricane on the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale.