The findings underscore the heightened vulnerability of urban areas with high-rise buildings to hurricane winds. For example, wind speeds at the 100th floor of a skyscraper in Central Park during Hurricane Gloria were estimated at 67 mph (108 km/h), compared to 51 mph (82 km/h) at the surface. This increased wind force can lead to significant structural and safety risks, particularly in densely populated cities like Miami and Manhattan. The report also highlights the potential for catastrophic impacts from Category 5 hurricanes, such as Hurricane Melissa, which struck Jamaica with sustained winds of 185 mph (298 km/h).