The Tornado scale

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What is the Enhanced Fujita Scale?

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The Enhanced Fujita Scale is a system used to rate the intensity of tornadoes based on the damage they cause, ranging from EF0 (weakest) to EF5 (strongest).

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What does EF stand for in the Enhanced Fujita Scale?

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EF stands for Enhanced Fujita, which is a scale used to classify tornadoes.

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What is the highest rating on the Enhanced Fujita Scale?

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The highest rating on the Enhanced Fujita Scale is EF5.

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What type of damage does an EF0 tornado cause?

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An EF0 tornado causes light damage, such as broken tree branches and minor roof damage.

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What type of tornado is rated EF3?

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An EF3 tornado is classified as severe, causing significant damage, such as tearing roofs off well-built houses.

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How many categories are there in the Enhanced Fujita Scale?

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There are six categories in the Enhanced Fujita Scale: EF0, EF1, EF2, EF3, EF4, and EF5.

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What type of tornado is rated EF1?

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An EF1 tornado causes moderate damage, such as blowing off roofs and overturning mobile homes.

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What type of tornado is rated EF4?

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An EF4 tornado is classified as devastating, causing severe damage, such as the complete destruction of well-built houses.

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What is the difference between EF2 and EF3 tornadoes?

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EF2 tornadoes cause considerable damage, while EF3 tornadoes cause severe damage, with EF3 being stronger.

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What type of tornado is rated EF5?

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An EF5 tornado causes incredible damage, such as leveling well-built houses and throwing vehicles.