Description: (Civil engineer)
Herbert Saffir, an American civil engineer, co-developed the Saffir-Simpson Hurricane Scale with meteorologist Robert Simpson. This scale is commonly used to assess hurricane intensity. Saffir was the principal of Saffir Engineering in Coral Gables, Florida, specializing in designing wind-resistant buildings. He authored articles on engineering, demonstrating his expertise and commitment to enhancing building resilience against natural disasters.