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Myth 1: Opening windows during a tornado equalizes pressure, saving your house from major damage.
The truth: Opening windows does nothing to save a house. To date research shows that the pressure drop in a tornado is not significant enough to cause damage, and pressure equalizes fairly quickly on its own as houses are not airtight. Tornado damage results from very powerful winds and the debris they carry.
Myth 2: An overpass provides good shelter in a tornado.
The truth: An overpass provides little or no shelter from a tornado and taking shelter under one can make a situation more dangerous. An overpass does not protect from flying debris, the main killer in a tornado, and the bridge itself can create a wind tunnel, speeding up winds that move under it.
Myth 3: Tornadoes can only occur on flat land.
The truth: On numerous occasions tornadoes, ranging anywhere from weak to extremely violent, have struck towns on hills and in valleys. Tornadoes have also been observed in mountains at elevations as high as 12,000 feet.
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What is the name of the state that had an f5 tornado on May 3 1999?
The F5 tornado of 1999 May 3, 1999 does not have a name, nor does any tornado. It is often called the Oklahoma City tornado, the Moore tornado, or the Bridge Creek-Moore tornado in reference to the areas it hit.
How many syllables are in tornado?
There are three syllables in the word "tornado:" tor-na-do
What are 4 myths?
the four myths are : 1.vampires 2. werewolfs 3.ghosts 4.mermaids
3 myths about the titanic?
it got ugly
What are the release dates for Head Rush - 2010 Flaming Tornado 3-3?
Head Rush - 2010 Flaming Tornado 3-3 was released on: USA: September 2010
What was the thinnest tornado ever?
The narrowest damage path on record for a tornado was 3 feet wide.
What is the average path length of a tornado?
The average tornado has a path length of 2 to 3 miles.
What are the release dates for The Tornado - 1917?
The Tornado - 1917 was released on: USA: 3 March 1917
What are some myths about tornadoes?
Top 5 Myths and Misconceptions Myth or Misconception #5 .... Highway overpasses are a safe place to shelter if you are on the road when you see a tornado coming. Myth or Misconception #4 .... Opening windows to equalize air pressure will save a roof, or even a home, from destruction by a tornado. Myth or Misconception #3 .... Tornadoes never strike big cities. Myth or Misconception #2 .... Some towns are "protected!" Myth or Misconception #1 .... The southwest corner of a basement is the safest location during passage of a tornado. Other Myths & Misconceptions: You can always see a tornado coming. Tornadoes always travel southwest to northeast. Tornadoes can't cross rough terrain, water, or occur at high elevation. You can outrun a tornado in your car. Radar will give you plenty of warning. Opening windows will equalize air pressure and prevent an explosion A highway overpass provides good shelter from a tornado.
Tornado on the groud the longest?
The longest lived tornado on record lasted 3 hours and 29 minutes. This tornado, known as the Tri-State tornado holds several other records as well.
What are the worlds top four famous tornadoes?
It is difficult to say. But four likely candidates would beThe Oklahoma City tornado of May 3, 1999The Tri-State tornado of March 18, 1925The Tuscaloosa-Birmingham, Alabama tornado of April 27, 2011The Andover, Kansas tornado of April 26, 1991
What two numbers appear in myths and legends frequently?
12 and 3 appear in myths and legends and literature frequently. Example: The 12 Olympian Gods and the 3 Muses
