Episode 517 • • 1:58:56 - 2:03:14
517: Chubby Hitler
Enhanced Fujita Scale, Tornado Measurement and Global Warming
The National Weather Service transitioned from the original Fujita scale to the "Enhanced Fujita" (EF) scale for measuring tornado intensity. Critics argue the new scale is based on subjective damage indicators rather than empirical wind speed analysis, potentially allowing for the recategorization of storms to support global warming narratives. The change is compared to previous adjustments in earthquake measurement scales.