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Doppler radar tracks the movement of the storm and can determine how fast it's going and, to a very limited degree, how fast its winds are. However, in nearly all cases the wind speeds reported in a tornado are estimated based on the severity of the damage that has been done.

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How fast were the winds of the Flint-Beecher tornado?

It is impossible to know exactly how fast the winds were as we did not have the tools to measure a tornado's winds back then. But since the tornado was rated F5 (equivalent to EF5 on the new scale) winds were probably well over 200 mph.


How do you know how strong a tornado is?

Tornado strength is typically measured using the Enhanced Fujita (EF) scale, which ranges from EF0 (weakest) to EF5 (strongest) based on damage caused. Observations made by trained storm spotters, meteorologists, and damage surveys help determine the tornado's intensity. Advanced technology like Doppler radar and photogrammetry also aid in assessing a tornado's strength.


What is the pressure of a tornado?

No one really know pressure can vary for the type or category of a tornado.


How does tornado hapeen?

Well, first of all, there is warm\hot air moving around and it's a little higher. Cool\cold air does the same thing, but lower. Now that you know that, a tornado occurs when the cool and warm air are moving past each other and then they mix together and spin and build to make a tornado! :-)


How do you sense a tornado?

There is no special sense for detecting tornadoes. Aside from keeping and eye on weather advisories, the best way to know a tornado is nearby is to see it. Seeing a tornado is not always possible as the tornado may be shrouded in heavy rain, hidden in the dark of night, or blocked from view by buildings, trees, or hills. Tornadoes also make sound, but it is not a reliable indicator, as simple thunderstorm winds can make a similar roaring sound, and the tornado itself may not be audible until it is dangerously close. The pressure drop in a tornado can cause your ears to pop, but the tornado has to be practically on top of you for this to happen.

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How do people know how fast a tornado goes?

In terms of how fast a tornado is moving, the tornado is tracked on radar. The forward speed is calculated based on how far it moves in a given period of time. The wind speed of a tornado is estimated based on the severity of the damage it causes.


How fast was the natchez tornado?

We do not know. The Natchez tornado was in 1840, and it is hard to get reliable information from records that old. The tornado itself was probably an F4 or F5, which would put wind speeds in the range of 200 mph or more, but that does not indicate anything about how fast the tornado itself moved.


Is there going to be a tornado in Orlando Florida?

It is inevitable that Orlando will eventually have a tornado, as it is in a tornado prone area. However we won't know when the next one will be until it actually happens.


How fast can wild horses go per hour?

I am a professional scientist and I know that wild horses can go ....... REALLY FAST


When is there going to be a tornado in Texas?

Tornadoes cannot be predicted in advance like that. So it is impossible to know that. watch the weather channel for tornado warning (s)


Why is average speed needed?

To know how fast your going


Is there going to be a tornado in glenview?

It is possible, but long term predictions for tornadoes are not possible. If a place is going to be hit, we will know a few minutes in advance.


When does scientist think the world is going to end?

I do not know but I know that it will not end until at least billions of years will pass.


How can you use black tornado in shadow the hedgehog?

It is impossible to use black tornado, I know sega is such n00bs and I was totally looking forward to flying in circles, really fast around aliens too! (nOoB)


Why is it important to know a tornado's speed?

It is useful to know the wind speed of a tornado because it provides an understanding of tornado intensity and dynamics. It is important to know the forwards peed of a tornado because that is needed to know when a tornado might reach a location in its path.


What does the speed control sensor do?

It is important to know how fast a vehicle is going for many reasons. Since speed effects handing and braking times, you can't make proper driving decisions if you do not know how fast you are going. Speed sensors measure how fast a vehicle is going.


How fast were the winds of the Flint-Beecher tornado?

It is impossible to know exactly how fast the winds were as we did not have the tools to measure a tornado's winds back then. But since the tornado was rated F5 (equivalent to EF5 on the new scale) winds were probably well over 200 mph.