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Yes. EF5 is the highest and most destructive category on the Enhanced Fujita scale. Fortunately they are also very rare. Since the scale was adopted in 2007 there have been nine tornadoes rated EF5.

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There is no set upper limit for an EF5 tornado. Any tornado with estimated winds in excess of 200 mph is considered an EF5.


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