Unbelievable Pictures and Facts About Tornadoes

Unbelievable Pictures and Facts About Tornadoes

by TYE DARWIN

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Tornadoes are one of the most powerful and destructive forces of nature. They can cause widespread damage and loss of life. But they can also be incredibly beautiful. In this article, we'll share some of the most unbelievable pictures and facts about tornadoes.

What is a tornado?

A tornado is a violently rotating column of air that extends from the base of a thunderstorm cloud to the ground. Tornadoes are often referred to as twisters or cyclones. They can range in size from a few feet wide to over a mile wide. Tornadoes can travel at speeds of up to 70 miles per hour and can stay on the ground for several miles.

How do tornadoes form?

Tornadoes form when warm, moist air from the Gulf of Mexico meets cold, dry air from the north. The warm air rises, creating an updraft. The updraft then begins to rotate, forming a tornado. Tornadoes can also form when a thunderstorm cloud encounters a strong wind shear.

What are the different types of tornadoes?

There are many different types of tornadoes, but the most common type is the supercell tornado. Supercell tornadoes are typically large and powerful, and they can cause significant damage. Other types of tornadoes include waterspouts, landspouts, and rope tornadoes.

What are the most common injuries and deaths from tornadoes?

The most common injuries and deaths from tornadoes are caused by flying debris. Tornadoes can also cause injuries and deaths from blunt force trauma, drowning, and electrocution.

What are the most unbelievable pictures and facts about tornadoes?

Here are some of the most unbelievable pictures and facts about tornadoes:

• The strongest tornado on record was the Moore, Oklahoma tornado of 1999. The tornado was an F5 tornado, and it had wind speeds of up to 302 miles per hour.
• The deadliest tornado on record was the Tri-State Tornado of 1925. The tornado killed 695 people and injured over 2,000.
• Tornadoes have been known to lift cars and houses into the air. In 1984, a tornado lifted a car into the air and dropped it on a house in Kansas. The car crashed through the roof of the house and landed in the living room.
• Tornadoes have been known to travel for over 200 miles. The longest-tracked tornado on record was the Tri-State Tornado of 1925. The tornado traveled for 219 miles.
• Tornadoes can cause a variety of injuries and deaths. The most common injuries from tornadoes are caused by flying debris. Tornadoes can also cause injuries and deaths from blunt force trauma, drowning, and electrocution.

How can I stay safe during a tornado?

The best way to stay safe during a tornado is to be prepared. Here are some tips for staying safe during a tornado:

• Have a plan for what you will do if a tornado warning is issued.
• Identify a safe place to go, such as a basement or storm cellar.
• Stay away from windows and doors.
• If you are outside, lie down in a ditch or other low-lying area and cover your head with your hands.

Tornadoes are one of the most powerful and destructive forces of nature. But they can also be incredibly beautiful. In this article, we've shared some of the most unbelievable pictures and facts about tornadoes. We hope you've enjoyed this article and that you've learned something new about these fascinating weather phenomena.

Unbelievable Pictures and Facts About Tornadoes

by TYE DARWIN

5 out of 5

Language	:	English
File size	:	8835 KB
Text-to-Speech	:	Enabled
Enhanced typesetting	:	Enabled
Word Wise	:	Enabled
Print length	:	24 pages
Lending	:	Enabled
Screen Reader	:	Supported

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