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If an announcement indicates a general possibility of tornadoes, but not that there is an imminent danger, then it is called a tornado watch. If there is an imminent threat of a tornado, then a tornado warning is issued.

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A term signifying that tornadoes are possible in an area?

This is called a tornado watch.


What do you call the area of the Us that has a high occurrence of tornadoes?

The area that gets the most tornadoes in the U.S. (or in the world for that matter) is called Tornado Alley.


When and where are most tornadoes occur?

Most of the world's tornadoes happen in an area called "Tornado Alley". It is between the Rocky Mountains and Appalachian Mountains. It's a huge area.


The area with the worst and most frequent tornadoes is know as what?

This region is called Tornado Alley.


Are tornadoes in Calgary?

It is possible. Keep in mind, however, that records of weak tornadoes that occurred before the late twentieth century are inconsistent an unreliable. Many tornadoes that probably occurred were never documented. Calgary is in an area where tornadoes are rare, though, so it is possible than none have struck the city since it was built.


What front would likely bring hail and possible tornadoes into an area?

Tornadoes, hail and other forms of severe weather most often form ahead of cold fronts.


Is it possible for tornadoes to occur in other areas of the us other than the Texas area?

Yes. Tornadoes have occurred in all 50 U.S. states. Florida has one of the highest rares of tornadoes, and some of the worst U.S. tornadoes have impacted Missouri, Illinois, and Mississippi.


Where in the world do tornadoes pass?

The land in the central United States is the best breeding ground for the storms which produce tornadoes. . . Most tornadoes in the United States form in an area called "Tornado Alley". This area includes parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska.


What is a group of tornadoes?

A group of tornadoes produced by the same storm system withing a day or so is called a tornado outbreak. A series of tornadoes produced in succession by the same supercell is called a tornado family.


What type of front would likely bring hail and possible tornadoes into an area?

Hail and tornadoes are most often associated with cold fronts, but can occur with dry lines or, lest often, warm fronts.


What is the area of central US that features many tornadoes is known as tornado?

The area of the central US that features many tornadoes is known as Tornado Alley. It is region that typically includes parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, and Nebraska where atmospheric conditions are conducive for the formation of tornadoes.


When is an announcement made that a tornado is possible?

If a thunderstorm is capable of producing a tornado in the immediate future or if a tornado has been detected then a tornado warning is issued. If general conditions are favorable for tornadoes but there is not necessarily an immediate threat, then a tornado watch is issued.