Hurricane Laura (2020)

Name: Hurricane Laura
Start: 2020
Location: Atlantic Ocean

Category 4 Atlantic Hurricane • Peak winds: 150 mph (241 km/h)

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🌀 Category 4

Hurricane Laura reached Category 4 intensity on the Saffir-Simpson scale.

💨 150 mph

Peak sustained winds of 150 mph (241 km/h).

🌊 Atlantic Basin

Formed in the Atlantic Ocean during the 2020 hurricane season.

📍 Track History

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About Hurricane Laura

Hurricane Laura was the strongest hurricane to make landfall in Louisiana since 1856.

Storm Statistics

Name: Laura
Year: 2020
Peak Category: 4 (Saffir-Simpson Scale)
Peak Winds: 150 mph (241 km/h)
Basin: Atlantic

Understanding Hurricane Categories

The Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Wind Scale rates hurricanes from 1 to 5 based on sustained wind speed. Category 4 storms like Laura have winds that cause significant damage.

Frequently Asked Questions

When did Hurricane Laura occur?

Hurricane Laura formed during the 2020 Atlantic hurricane season.

How strong was Hurricane Laura?

Hurricane Laura reached Category 4 intensity with peak sustained winds of 150 mph.

Where did Hurricane Laura make landfall?

For detailed track and landfall information about Hurricane Laura, check our storm tracker and historical hurricane data.