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Scientists propose a new hurricane category, Category 6, due to global warming, but face challenges with potential confusion and limitations of the wind-focused scale. The US National Hurricane Center plans to introduce new forecast tools focusing on storm surge and wind speed advisories.
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How does the proposed Category 6 reflect the ongoing debate on the impact of global warming on natural disasters?
How might the introduction of Category 6 impact the public's understanding and preparedness for hurricanes?
What are the potential implications of the US National Hurricane Center's shift towards emphasizing other risks, such as storm surge and wind speed?
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