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* The heavy precipitation, high winds, and attendant flooding and/or storm surges that directly result from these atmospheric disturbances, can result in the deaths of thousands. The Galveston, Texas Hurricane of 1900, caused 8,000 deaths when a storm surge of 15.7 feet, completely inundated the Island who's highest altitude was 8.7 feet.

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Is 400 tornadoes in one month abnormal?

It is unusual. The months of April, May, and June are generally the most active. Looking at those 3 months in the years 1990-2011 shows that only 4 of them had 400 or more tornadoes: May of 2003 with 542 tornadoes May of 2004 with 509 May of 2008 with 462 April of 2011 with a record 758 tornadoes. June of 1992 and May of 1999 came close, with 399 and 392 tornadoes respectively.


Are tornadoes and hurricanes one storm or the other?

Tornadoes and hurricanes are different weather phenomena. Tornadoes are rotating columns of air that extend from a thunderstorm to the ground, while hurricanes are large, rotating storms that form over warm ocean waters. They are not the same and have different characteristics and impacts.


Are traffic collisions the number one killer of children in America?

ya it is cuh


Why is Florida at risk for high number of hurricanes tornadoes and thunderstorms?

Florida has a very warm, moist climate. Warm, moist air is essentially what fuels thunderstorms. It is affected by both tropical weather and weather systems from the middle latitudes farther north. These systems can produce thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes. Florida is alsu situated right next to the tropical Atlantic and Gulf of Mexico. These are very warm bodies of water, which is one of the most important factors in hurricane formation.


Which cloud is associated with severe weather?

Mammatus. Mammatus is cloud that hangs from an anvil of a mature storm cloud and brings severe weather especially tornadoes. Another one is called Cumulonimbus. These clouds bring VERY heavy rain or thunder storms.

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What is the number one weather-related Killer in the US?

Heat


What is the highest number of tornadoes in one year?

The highest number of tornadoes recorded in one year in the United States is 1,817, which occurred in 2004. This was due to multiple weather events throughout the year that produced numerous tornadoes across various states.


What one month do tornadoes least occur?

December has the least number of tornadoes, closely followed by January


In which year did the most deadly tornadoes strike the US?

The greatest number of deadly tornadoes in the U.S. struck in 1974. That year there were 79 killer tornadoes in the U.S. which resulted in 366 deaths. The deadliest year for tornadoes, however, was 1925 with 794 people killed by tornadoes. 695 of these were from one tornado, the deadliest in U.S. history.


What are isolated tornadoes?

Isolated tornadoes are tornadoes that do not occur in association with an outbreak. The tornado is generally the only one produced by that weather system or one of only a few scattered ones.


Number one killer in the Civil War was who?

Who was the number one killer in the civil war? DISEASE


Do you see tornadoes in New York City?

Yes. They are not very common. But NYC has seen a few weak tornadoes, including one killer tornado in 2010.


What can one find on the Tornados website?

The Tornadoes website offers a variety of information about tornadoes. These include: types and categories of tornadoes, weather conditions that signify tornadoes forming, and safety tips.


How many tornadoes have there been in one year?

The number of tornadoes in a year can vary greatly. On average, the United States experiences about 1,000 tornadoes annually, but this number can be higher or lower depending on various factors such as weather patterns and climate conditions.


Is bone disease is the number one killer of HIV?

TB is the number one killer of people with HIV, not bone disease.Bone disease is not the number one killer of people with HIV, TB is.


How many tornadoes can hit one place at one time?

While it's rare, multiple tornadoes can occur in the same area simultaneously, especially during severe weather outbreaks. The most notable instance of this was during the 2011 Joplin tornado outbreak, where several tornadoes touched down in proximity. However, typically, one area might experience multiple tornadoes in a short span of time, but they usually do not overlap in their paths. The exact number can vary based on weather conditions and geography.


What is the annual number of tornadoes in Alabama per year?

Alabama averages around 45 tornadoes per year, making it one of the states with a higher frequency of tornado occurrences. These tornadoes can vary in intensity, from weak EF0 tornadoes to stronger EF5 tornadoes. It is important for residents in Alabama to stay informed and prepared for severe weather events.