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Microbursts occur when the evaporation of rain within a thunderstom cools the air, causing it to lose buoyancy. The air then descends rapidly. When it reaches the ground it spreads out, producing strong, sometimes damaging, winds.
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∙ 10y ago
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∙ 7y agoMicrobursts generally occur during thunderstorms. They are downward winds that can get up to speeds of around 150 mph and destroy the same amount or more as a tornado.
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∙ 7y agoA microburst happens during a strong thunderstorm when rain cools the air, causing it to become negatively buoyant and descend rapidly toward the ground.
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∙ 9y agoMicrobursts form as a result of dry layer of air in the lower levels of atmosphere. These forms under the conditions of a moist layer of air.
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∙ 11y ago5-15 minutes. Typically not longer than 15 minutes
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Are microbursts stronger than macrobursts?
No. Overall a macroburst is simply larger. Both are capable of producing winds well over 100 mph.
What month of the year tropical cyclones occur most?
it usually occur from september to november.
What regions do earthquakes mostly occur?
earthquakes usually occur at tectonic plate boundaries
What month of the year do tropical cyclones occur most?
it usually occur from september to november.
What region do hurricanes usually occur in?
Carribeans
Is there any significance to a Microburst occurring within 40 miles of each other almost one year apart?
No there isn't. Microbursts are not all that uncommon, and they usually occur in the same season, increasing the liklihood they would occur near the same time of the year. And if the climate in one area permits microbursts, then it isn't surprising that they will occur more than once.
What are down drafts?
Downdrafts are damaging winds on or near the ground. They are called downbursts or microbursts if caused by a thunderstorm which they usually are
Were do microbursts happen?
Microbursts are spawned by heavy to severe thunderstorms (if the microburst results in strong enough winds, the thunderstorm will become severe by definition).
Can hurricane force winds occur in Missouri?
Yes, although hurricanes can't make it that far inland other events such as microbursts, derechos, and tornadoes, can produce hurricane force winds.
What technology is being used to detect microbursts?
The main technology that is being used to detect microbursts is Doppler radar. Another one called LIDAR is also growing in popularity.
What term is used to describe powerful downdrafts that originate in thunderstorms?
microbursts
Where does the flood usually occur?
Floods usually occur in florida. {I think}
Which occurs more microburst or tornado?
Microbursts are more common. Most wind damage from thunderstorms comes from microbursts, and damaging wind is the most common type of severe weather report. By contrast only about 10% of severe thunderstorms produce tornadoes.
When hurricanes occur?
they usually occur in summer
How strong can thunderstorms winds get without a tornado?
Microbursts can produce winds of up to 150 miles per hour.
Earthquakes usually occur at what time of the day?
they can occur at anytime.
Where do swamps occur?
They usually occur in desert or places on the equator.
