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Why will tornadoes never form in Vancouver?
Tornadoes can occur in Vancouver. One struck in 2008. However, they are rare in that area because the cold water nearby stabilizes the atmosphere.
Has there ever been a tornado on Vancouver island?
According to Wikipedia there have been two recorded tornadoes on Vancouver Island. April 25, 1955: A tornado in Nanaimo, British Columbia on Vancouver Island, where few tornadoes occur, causes minor damage to the southern end of the city. March 7, 1966: A tornado affected Ucluelet, British Columbia. Unknown but significant damage.
Does the desert ever get tornadoes?
Tornadoes do form in deserts, but very rarely. Deserts often see whirlwinds called dust devils. They look like tornadoes but are weaker and form on sunny days while tornadoes form from thunderstorms.
Can tornadoes form?
Yes, tornadoes can form. Hundreds, even thousands of tornadoes form every year.
Are there ever tornadoes in the tundra?
We are not aware of any tornadoes occurring in the Arctic Circle. Tornadoes need moisture and warm air to form, which is unusual at that lattitude. Plus tornadoes or their evidence have to be observed by someone, and the Arctic Circle has few residents!
Do tornadoes form on mountains?
Tornadoes can form in mountains, but most do not.
Can two tornadoes ever form one giant tornado?
Tornadoes can merge, but it is rare. Most often it occurs when one large tornado absorbs a smaller one.
Do tornadoes form from stratus clouds?
No. Tornadoes form from cumulonimbus clouds.
Why do tornadoes not form in antarcica?
Antarctica is too cold for tornadoes to form. Tornadoes need energy from warm air.
Do tornadoes come form clouds?
Yes. Tornadoes form from the clouds of a thunderstorm.
Does tornadoes form by land or water?
Tornadoes most often form on land, but they can form over water.
Will there ever be tornadoes in California?
Yes, there are tornadoes in California as strong as F3.
