Fujita Scale

The Fujita Scale, developed by Dr. Tetsuya Fujita in 1971, is a system used to classify the intensity of tornadoes based on the damage they cause. It ranges from F0 to F5, with F0 representing light damage, such as broken tree branches, and F5 indicating catastrophic damage, like well-built houses being completely destroyed. The scale assesses factors like wind speed and the type of destruction to provide a clearer understanding of a tornado's strength and potential impact on communities. This helps in improving safety measures and understanding tornado behavior.