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Only to a limited degree. There are two levels of tornado forecasting: long-term and short-term. In long-term forecasting, scientists rely on regional weather patterns and computer models to find regions that will be at risk, usually over a period of a few hours. These forecasts can be made up to a few days in advance, and become more accurate as the predicted event draws closer. Long-term forecasts can asses the general tornado risk in a region on a given day, but cannot tell where or when individual tornadoes will touch down.
Short-term forecasts use Doppler radar and eyewitness reports to track thunderstorms that may produce tornadoes. These predictions are made on time scale measured in minutes. They can provide warnings for specific locations, but cannot predict exactly when a tornado will form.
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Do scientists predict another mount pelee eruption will happen soon?
yes
What are scientists that might be able to predict landslides?
Scientists usually use extensometer. But it is difficult to measure the whole landslide area.
When do scientists predict mount vesuvius will erupt again?
Scientists cannot predict when a volcano will next erupt.
What is the most difficult weather event to predict?
a hail storm or tornado.
What are scientists call who study earthquakes in order to predict and prepare for them?
Seismologists or geophysical scientists.
Where will the next tornado happen?
It is impossible to predict where the next tornado will occur.
Can you predicate when a tornado will happen?
Only to a very limited degree. Scientists can determine when conditions are favorable for tornadoes to develop (in which case a tornado watch is issued), or even if a tornado may be developing (which would prompt a tornado warning), but cannot predict exactly where or when a tornado will touch down.
When is Arizona going to have or next tornado?
It is impossible to predict when the next tornado will happen anywhere.
How do scientists catch a tornado?
It is impossible to catch a tornado. However, using a combination of forecast models and Doppler radar it is possible to predict where a tornado might occur. Scientists will try to use this information to find a tornado and study it.
When do you think the next tornado will happen in New York State?
It is impossible to predict when then next tornado will strike for any location.
Can scientists and meteorologists predict tornadoes?
yes, to a limited degree. By using tools like Doppler radar meteorologists can predict approximately where and when a tornado is likely to occur. Still, even with a combination of radar and weather spotters we cannot predict the exact path a tornado will take with certainty.
When will mtpinatubo erupt?
virtually it is impossible for the scientists to predict when the next eruption will happen
Do scientists predict another mount pelee eruption will happen soon?
yes
What instruments do scientists use to predict tornadoes?
For long-term outlooks, scientists use computer models to predict the behavior of weather systems. This can predict the general risk for tornadoes across a region, but not wehat specific areas will likely be hit. On the short term, the rotation in a storm that may produce a tornado is detected using Doppler radar. The radar may also detect the tornado itself.
How could you predict a tornado was coming?
If you can see the tornado
What measures are humans taking to minimise the impact of a tornado?
Scientists are studying tornadoes so that they can better predict them and warn people when they need to get to safety.
How often should large earthquakes happen?
Large earthquakes - scientists predict they should happen every 80 years.
