* Tornadoes are complex: Their wind speeds are highly variable within the funnel and across its path. The EF scale is based on damage, not direct wind speed measurement.
* Measurement limitations: Direct wind speed measurements within tornadoes are incredibly difficult and dangerous. Most estimates are derived from damage assessments and Doppler radar data.
* No absolute limit: While EF5 tornadoes are the strongest, their wind speeds are estimated to be over 200 mph (322 km/h), but there's no known upper limit.
Key takeaway: EF5 tornadoes are extremely dangerous, and their wind speeds are incredibly powerful, but specific speed limits are not precisely established due to the complexities of tornado behavior and measurement challenges.
