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It is only when the circulation reaches the ground that it is considered a tornado. Prior to that it is merely a funnel cloud.
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What are tornadoes called when they hit the ground?
A tornado that touches the ground is simply a tornado. Before it touches down it is called a funnel cloud.
What happens if 2 tornadoes collide?
If 2 tornadoes collide they will merge into one tornado.
Why do tornadoes stay off the ground?
They don't. By definition, a tornado must be in contact with the ground.
What happens when 2 tornadoes run into each other?
When two tornadoes meet, they merge into one tornado.
How do tornadoes come down to the ground?
Tornadoes come down to the ground by a lowering wall cloud. It is basically a wall of dark clouds descending. If the conditions are right, it can tighten up to become a tornado.
What are the names of all the tornadoes that have hit the ground?
not tornadoes do not have names they only get named by the place where they touch down
Do tornadoes usually hit earth or ground?
Well, touching the Earth is the same as the ground, so both.
Why do some people call tornadoes twisters?
Because when tornadoes hit the ground they spin in a cyclone-like vortex of wind, dust and debris.
What are tornadoes called when they hit the ground?
A tornado that touches the ground is simply a tornado. Before it touches down it is called a funnel cloud.
Has a tornado ever hit an airport?
Yes. Tornadoes have hit airports. When this happens it often results in heavy damage to airplanes.
What happens to a crop after a tornado?
Crops can be flattened by tornadoes. In some cases the plants may be pulled out of the ground.
When did the tornadoes hit us?
Tornadoes hit the U.S. every year.
Years which tornadoes hit in the US?
Tornadoes hit the U.S. every year.
How hard can tornadoes hit?
tornadoes hit very hard very hard
Where do tornadoes form you the sky or on ground?
Tornadoes form from the sky.
How many tornadoes hit Texas in 2009?
There were 129 tornadoes in Texas in 2009.
Do tornadoes never touch the ground?
Yes, tornadoes do touch the ground. If the don't they are not considered tornadoes. However, in order to qualify the visible funnel does not have to reach ground winds, just the vortex of wind.
