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Cyclones
Cyclones (hurricanes) pose a threat, in the event of a cyclone, frequent and detailed reports about the crisis are available on all forms of media:
television, radio, internet, and newspaper.
Category 1
A small amount of damage to houses, agriculture, and trees.
Winds are up to 125km/h.
Category 2
Damage to houses is possible, however most damage will occur to road signs, trees and agriculture. There is a possibility of power failure in some areas.
Winds are up to 170 km/h.
Category 3
Structural damage to buildings will occur and power failures are likely.
Winds up to 225 km/h.
Category 4
A category 4 cyclone is very serious. Major damage can occur to properties, crops, boats, trees, caravans etc. Power failure is certain in many areas.
Winds up to 280 km/h.
Category 5
Although very rare, a category 5 cyclone is extremely dangerous with winds causing widespread destruction. Fatalities are to be expected.
Winds up to 280 km/h. |