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Brazil has only ever had one tropical cyclone (the generic term for hurricanes, typhoons etc.) that reached hurricane intensity in its recorded history. The terms hurricane and typhoon are only used to describe such storms in the northern hemisphere, and typhoon only applies in the western Pacific.

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What about hurricanes and tornadoes is true Hurricanes cover a larger area than tornadoes Hurricanes can kill people but tornadoes cannot Hurricanes have strong winds?

Hurricanes cover a larger area than tornadoes. Both hurricanes and tornadoes can be deadly, although hurricanes are more likely to cause widespread destruction due to their larger size and duration. Both hurricanes and tornadoes have strong winds, but hurricanes typically have more sustained, powerful winds over a larger region.


Does a hurricane have a funnel shaped cloud?

No, hurricanes do not have funnel-shaped clouds. They have a wide expanse of swirling clouds that form a dense, circular shape around the storm's center called the eye. Funnel clouds are typically associated with tornadoes, not hurricanes.


Which of the following statements about hurricanes and tornadoes is true hurricanes cover a larger area than tornadoes hurricanes can kill people but tornadoes cannot hurricanes have strong winds?

The statement "Hurricanes cover a larger area than tornadoes" is true. "Hurricanes have strong winds" is also true unless there is a second part to it. Both hurricanes and tornadoes kill people.


Do tornadoes and hurricanes occur together?

Tornadoes can occur in hurricanes, but they are not required for a hurricane to form. Tornadoes in hurricanes tend to be weaker and more short-lived compared to those in severe thunderstorms. The conditions within a hurricane can sometimes spawn tornadoes, particularly in the outer rain bands.


How often do tornadoes and hurricanes happen in the Temperate Rainforest?

Hurricanes do not often impact temperate areas as the are mostly limited to tropical and subtropical regions. Tornadoes are more common than hurricanes in temperate climates, but affect grassland more often than forests.

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Do tornadoes come before hurricanes?

Generally not, although tornadoes are often produced by landfalling hurricanes, most tornadoes are not associate with hurricanes.


Is it true that you should be on the lookout for tornadoes during hurricanes because the two often occur together?

Yes. It is fairly common for hurricanes to produce tornadoes.


Are hurricanes large tornadoes?

no hurricanes differ from tornadoes


Do tornadoes relate to hurricanes?

Not really. Although hurricanes and tornadoes have some notable similarities, they are completely different phenomena. It is not uncommon for hurricanes to produce tornadoes, but most tornadoes are not a result of hurricanes.


What can hurricanes have?

hurricanes can have tornadoes.


Are tornadoes part of a hurricane?

Tornadoes are not part of a hurricane, but they can happen during a hurricane. Tornadoes in hurricanes tend to be weaker and more short-lived compared to standalone tornadoes, and they form under different conditions. They are often associated with landfalling hurricanes and occur as a result of the intense weather patterns within the storm.


Can tornadoes be assoicated with hurricanes?

Tornadoes can be associated with hurricanes, particularly in the outer bands of the storm. These tornadoes are typically weaker and shorter-lived compared to traditional tornadoes. The conditions within hurricanes, such as strong winds and a changing weather environment, can sometimes create the necessary conditions for tornado formation.


Is a tornado associated with hurricanes?

It is not uncommon for a hurricane to produce tornadoes at landfall. But most tornadoes are not associated with hurricanes and not all hurricanes produce tornadoes.


Did any tornadoes devleop from the hurricane?

Hurricanes often do produce tornadoes. If you are asking about a specific hurricane, please say which one.


Are there tornadoes and hurricanes in space?

No. Tornadoes and hurricanes are atmospheric phenomena, and there is no atmosphere in space.


Can their be tornadoes hurricanes and earthquakes at the same time?

Yes, but the chances of such an occurrence are extremely low. Hurricanes often produce tornadoes, but more often in their outer regions beyond the area of hurricane conditions (sustained winds of at least 74 mph). Hurricanes and tornadoes are not related to earthquakes in any way known to science. Many area that are prone to large earthquakes to not typically see hurricanes or tornadoes very often.


What about hurricanes and tornadoes is true Hurricanes cover a larger area than tornadoes Hurricanes can kill people but tornadoes cannot Hurricanes have strong winds?

Hurricanes cover a larger area than tornadoes. Both hurricanes and tornadoes can be deadly, although hurricanes are more likely to cause widespread destruction due to their larger size and duration. Both hurricanes and tornadoes have strong winds, but hurricanes typically have more sustained, powerful winds over a larger region.