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Most tornado injuries are caused by debris carried or thrown by the tornado.

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What is the worst thing that happens during a tornado?

The worst thing is the damage caused by tornadoes. They can cause significant amounts of property damage as well as indirectly cause deaths by people getting struck by flying objects that have been damaged.


How powerful is a F6 tornado?

A F6 tornado does not exist on the Enhanced Fujita scale, which ranges from F0 to F5. The most powerful tornado category, an F5 tornado, has wind speeds exceeding 200 mph and can cause catastrophic damage.


Why do you need to hide where there are no windows during a tornado?

Windows can break easily even in a weak tornado. The broken glass, which can be carried by the wind at high speed, can pose a serious risk of injury or death. Additionally, since windows are so fragile the offer virtually no protection from debris. While a wall will stop most projectiles, a glass pane will not, and flying debris is the thing most likely to kill you in a tornado.


Where is the best place for your dog during a tornado?

a horse needs a place to escape any thing that might hurt them during a tornado noo they can go in the basement or something with u if they have a place to escape then the tornado will kill them


What is the hardest thing to do when dealing with tornadoes?

This is largely subjective. In terms of physical and financial barriers the hardest thing is probably rebuilding after a tornado or dealing with injuries. From an emotional standpoint the hardest thing is probably recovering, identifying, and burying the dead.


Can a thunderstorm cause a tornado?

Yes, a severe thunderstorm can create the conditions necessary for a tornado to form. Thunderstorms with strong updrafts and rotation can produce tornadoes when other factors align, such as atmospheric instability and wind shear.


What is an electric tornado and how do they form?

There is no such thing as an electric tornado.


How long does it take for a tornado to destroy some thing?

The time it takes for a tornado to destroy something can vary depending on the tornado's intensity, size, and the durability of the object. In many cases, a tornado can cause significant damage within seconds to minutes as it passes through an area.


Was the tri-state tornado an F6?

No. The Tri-State tornado was an F5. There is no such thing as an F6 tornado.


How does a chemical tornado happen?

There is not such thing as a "chemical tornado" a tornado is the result of thermodynamic physical processes.


What is the safest thing to do if your caught outdoors during a tornado?

The safest thing to do if you are caught outdoors during a tornado is to seek shelter immediately in a sturdy building. If there is no building nearby, lie flat in a low-lying area, cover your head with your hands, and be aware of flying debris. Do not try to outrun a tornado in a vehicle or on foot.


Is there such thing as an f6 tornado?

No. The highest rating a tornado can attain is F5.