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What is a hurricane, and what are the criteria for a storm to be classified as one?
What is a hurricane, and what are the criteria for a storm to be classified as one?
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A hurricane is a large, organized system of clouds and thunderstorms featuring a clearly defined circulation pattern. To be classified as a hurricane, a tropical cyclone must have sustained wind speeds of at least 74 mph (119 km/h) and must form over warm ocean waters.