Which structural damage might be expected if a Category 1 hurricane is predicted to hit an area?(1 point)

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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 incur major damage or removal of roof decking and gable ends.
Well-built framed homes could incur major damage or removal of roof decking and gable ends.

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

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

Answer 1

For a Category 1 hurricane, the expected structural damage would be:

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

This option accurately reflects the level of damage typically associated with a Category 1 hurricane, which can include minor to moderate damage to well-built homes, primarily affecting roofs and external finishes.