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In the first stage of tornado prediction scientists look for general weather conditions. The conditions include wind shear and systems that can form strong thunderstorms such as a cold front, dry line, or low pressure system.

If such general conditions are in place a tornado watchis issued.

The second stage scientists look for conditions that may soon produce a tornado, or if a tornado is forming. These include using Doppler radar to look for strong rotation in thunderstorms or possibly even the signature of an actual tornado. Storm spotter are also sent out to report strong rotation, funnel clouds, and tornadoes. If strong enough rotation is detected or if an actual tornado or funnel cloud is spotted or detected a tornado warning is issued.

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Is a tornado coming to Arizona Apache Junction?

It is impossible to predict if a specific location is going to be hit by a tornado unless that tornado is already close to striking. That said, while tornadoes do occur in Arizona, they are rare so you probably don't have much to worry about.


Is there going to be a tornado in 2012 in Chicago?

It is impossible to make long term predictions of whether or when a specific location will have a tornado. When we do determine that a town or city is going to be hit, the time to the tornado's impact is measured in minutes.


Is a tornado going to happen?

Somewehere, eventually, yes. In the United States alone, even in the quietest time of the year we generally don't go more than a few weeks without a tornado touching down somewhere. However, we cannot predicte exactly where or when the next one will occur.


Can you predict whether a tornado is forming or is going to hit if so how?

Tornadoes cannot be accurately predicted in terms of exact time and location. Meteorologists can issue tornado watches when conditions are favorable for tornado formation, and tornado warnings when a tornado has been spotted or indicated by radar. It is essential to have a plan in place and take immediate action when a tornado warning is issued to stay safe.


Is there going to be a tornado in Naperville Illinois tonight June 12 2013?

It is impossible to predict a tornado so far in advance. While there is a risk of tornadoes across northern and central Illinois, we will not know where specific tornadoes will occur until they occur. Given the risk, though you should stay alert not just for tornadoes, but for destructive thunderstorm wind, hail, and lightning. Stay indoors if at all possible.

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Can you predict if a tornado is about to happen?

Not exactly. If a tornado is imminent then Doppler radar will probably detect the rotation wand a warning will be issued that a tornado may soon form. Often, especially with areas of major damage, the tornado has already been on the ground for at least a few minutes and moves into the area. Meteorologists can often detect the signature of a tornado on radar will announce where the tornado is and where it is going.


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No one can predict the future.


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It is 'technically' impossible to predict if an earthquake is going to happen.


To guess What is going to happen?

Predict. Foretell. Forecast. Prognosticate. Prophesy.


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When will the next tornado warning be?

Such a thing is impossible to predict. A tornado warning itself is a prediction that the threat of a tornado is imminent. As soon as signs indicate that a tornado warning is warranted, then one is issued. So there is no way of nowing when a tornado warning is going to be issued until it actually happens.