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How much damage a tornado causes depends on how strong it is, how big it is, how far it travels and where it hits. The weakest tornadoes are rated EF0, capable of peeling shingles, toppling some trees, and destroying weak sheds and outbuildings. The strongest tornadoes, rated EF5, will wipe well-built houses clean off their foundations. Tornadoes range in width from just a few yards to over a mile. Obviously a very wide tornado will cause damage across a larger area than a narrow one. Similar, a tornado that travels far will cover more ground. This damage potential is increased by the fact that large, long-lived tornadoes tend to be strong ones. Finally, where a tornado hits is important. Many tornadoes have stayed in open fields and never caused any damage because they didn't hit anything. Many of large, long track tornadoes have stayed in rural areas have had their damage limited to a few farms. In the worst cases, however, tornadoes have destroyed entire towns and large swaths of cities, leaving thousands homeless.
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What is the name of the scale used to rate tornado damage?
Tornado damage has traditionally been rated on the Fujita scale. However, the United States and Canada now rate tornado damage on the similar Enhanced Fujita scale.
What is the magnitude length and damage of Chiles earthquake in 1939?
the magnitude is 111.2 the length is 24 days and the damage there was no damage
What type of relationship do earthquake magnitude and extent of damage to structures have?
Earthquake magnitude and extent of damage to structures are positively correlated, meaning as the magnitude of an earthquake increases, the likelihood and severity of damage to structures also increases. This relationship is due to the fact that higher magnitude earthquakes release more energy, resulting in stronger shaking that can cause more damage to buildings and infrastructure.
How do forecasters predict the amount of damage that will result from a tornado?
Forecasters predict the amount of damage from a tornado by analyzing factors such as the tornado's size, intensity, path, and the type of structures in its path. They use computer models and historical data to estimate potential damage levels.
When is a tornado considered a tornado?
A tornado is considered a tornado when a rotating column of air descending from a thunderstorm cloud reaches the ground, causing damage and visible debris swirling in a vortex. The National Weather Service confirms tornadoes based on eyewitness reports, damage assessment, and radar data.
What was the magnitude of the new Richmond tornado?
The New Richmond, Wisconsin tornado of 1899 was an F5.
Is there a scale that is used to measure the magnitude of a tornado?
yes
What is the length Magnitude and damage of the 1939 Chile earthquake?
the magnitude is 111.2 the length is 24 days and the damage there was no damage
Do you call your lawyer after a tornado?
it depends on the tornado damage
How long can the damage path of a tornado be?
The longest tornado damage path on record is 219 miles.
Where does the damage come from the most in a tornado?
Most damage in a tornado is caused by the extremely fast winds.
How do you stop tornado damage?
Unfortunately there is no way to prevent tornado damage, but it can be reduced with improved building standards.
What causes most damage from a tornado?
The greatest amount of damage in a tornado is caused by extremely strong winds. Additional damage is from flying debris.
What was the monetary damage of the Manchester Tornado?
The cost of damage from the Manchester, South Dakota tornado of 2003 was $3 million.
Did you have tornado damage to the farm in logansport In?
There was significant tornado damage in and around Logansport IN in 1965. The 2011 tornado there resulted in no deaths or injuries. See link below.
What does a tornado bring?
The tornado itself brings damage to property and vegetation ranging from minor damage to complete devastation. This damage can be accompanied by injuries and death.
What is the name of the scale used to rate tornado damage?
Tornado damage has traditionally been rated on the Fujita scale. However, the United States and Canada now rate tornado damage on the similar Enhanced Fujita scale.
