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Is a tornado quiet?

Often they are not. Many tornado produce a loud roar often said to be similar to that of a freight train.


Can a tornado lift a freight train?

Most tornadoes can't but one EF3 or stronger can.


When people say that a tornado sounds like a freight train do they mean the train whistle or do they mean the chug chug sound as the train goes over the railroad tracks?

Neither. The sound they refer to is the general rumble or roar of the train going down the tracks. The "chug chug" is characteristic of steam steam trains which are rarely used nowadays.


Why is the eye of the tornado?

The eye of a tornado is a relatively calm area that can sometimes be found at the tornado's center, similar to the ey of a hurricane.


What are the signs that a tornado is approaching?

Signs of an approaching tornado include dark, often greenish skies; large, low-lying clouds; a sudden increase in wind or a change in wind direction; and a loud, continuous roar similar to a freight train. It is important to seek shelter immediately when these signs are observed.


What is a sentence for the word tornado?

That air raid siren you hear also serves as a tornado warning. The shrieking winds of the tornado will sound like a freight train passing by.


Can a tornado pick up a bus?

Yes. A strong tornado in the range of EF2 to EF5 can pick up a bus or even a train.


Where is the Safest place during a tornado?

The safest place during a tornado is in a basement or similar underground shelter.


What does it mean when you hear a train but there is no train around?

Prob a tornado ! Take cover!


What is similar between a tornado and an earthquake?

They are both natural disasters.


Who are some bands similar to train?

No one, they are to unique to be similar.


What natural disaster do most people use the word train the most to describe its effects or sound?

Tsunami- i guess as i am studying them & the waves go like a train over land