[topher]

I don't believe the superdome can withstand the expected wind pressure. I think the sides and the entire structure will go.

I agree. That's what happened with Hurricane Camille in 1969 -- the coastline got wiped out. The buildings could not handle 200 mph sustained winds (in 1969).

A taller and larger structure (such as the Superdome) would probably be even more vulnerable.

[SauronOfMordor]

The buildings could not handle 200 mph sustained winds (in 1969). A taller and larger structure (such as the Superdome) would probably be even more vulnerable.

Judging from the images at The Superdome website, I have low confidence that this thing is going to like Cat 5 winds very much

[SauronOfMordor]

The buildings could not handle 200 mph sustained winds (in 1969). A taller and larger structure (such as the Superdome) would probably be even more vulnerable.

Judging from the images at The Superdome website, I have low confidence that this thing is going to like Cat 5 winds very much (sorry neglected the link last post)