They don't only occur in the U.S. Tornadoes have been recorded on every continent except Antarctica and some of the deadliest tornadoes have occurred in Asia. However, the U.S. does have the highest number of tornadoes of any other country. This is due mostly to the climate setup, which has a near perfect setup for combining colliding air masses, instability, and strong wind shear to create strong, rotating thunderstorms called supercells. These storms produce the vast majority of tornadoes. Additionally, the U.S. keeps detailed records of its tornadoes, something most countries don't do.
Yes, tornadoes can occur in New York. While they are not as common as in some other parts of the United States, tornadoes have been known to touch down in New York, particularly during severe weather events. It is important for residents to be aware of the potential for tornadoes and have a plan in place in case one does occur.
Tornadoes can occur in many parts of the world, not just in Tornado Alley in the central United States. They can form in any region where the right atmospheric conditions are present, although Tornado Alley does have a higher frequency of tornadoes.
They don't. The US has 40 times the number of tornadoes that England has, and they tend to be much more intense- less than 10% of English tornadoes are strong, 42% of US tornadoes are strong storms.
Tornadoes are least likely to occur in a polar climate.
75 percent of recorded tornadoes happen in the U.S. The U.S. probably has a much smaller percentage of the world's actual tornado count. This is because the U.S. keeps detailed records on the tornadoes that occur within its borders. Many other countries do not keep such records, and often only the most significant tornadoes are reported.
No. Tornadoes can occur almost anywhere that gets thunderstorms.
Tornadoes occur in other countries besides the US. However, the US heartland has ideal conditions for tornadoes.
Yes. Tornadoes can occur almost anywhere that gets thunderstorms. Tornadoes have been recorded on every continent except Antarctica.
Tornadoes tend to occur during late spring to early summer in the United States.
The can occur almost anywhere but are most common on the central plains.
Tornadoes can occur just about anywhere in the US but are most common on the Great Plains and in the Deep South.
False. Tornadoes can occur almost anywhere; Tornado Alley is just where strong tornadoes are most common.
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Tornadoes occur in all months, but are most common in the spring and summer. On average tornado activity in the US peaks in May.
Yes. The United States gets more tornadoes than any other country.
Tornadoes can occur just about anywhere in the U.S. but they are most common on the Great Plains.
Tornadoes can occur in most climates, but are more common in areas with hot climates. However, temperature is not the only factors. Tornadoes are rare in arid regions, for example.