Hurricane categories are ranked on a scale of 1-5. A hurricane’s category is based on its wind speed. Each category is associated with damage that get progressively worse as the number increases.

Hurricane Milton has once again surged to Category 5 strength. Officials say residents should rush to finish preparing for ...

Milton regained strength Tuesday and was upgraded again to a Category 5 hurricane on its path toward Florida, threatening to ...

Hurricane Milton has upgraded to a Category 5 hurricane and will likely make landfall in Florida Wednesday as a major ...

Hurricane Milton, which forecasters say poses an "extremely serious threat," is expected to roar into Florida tomorrow.