Tornadoes

Not really, tornado alley is one of the areas most frequented by the strongest tornadoes, rated EF4 and EF5.

However, even in tornado alley you are unlikely to be hit by such a strong tornado.

The area affected by a tornado can vary widely, but on average, the diameter of a tornado is about 150-500 meters (500-1,600 feet). However, larger tornadoes can have a path that is several kilometers wide.

If two Tornadoes collide, two things could happen. One, they could whipeout or destroy each other (in other words, stop turning.) Two, they could from an even more destructive torndoes by forming together.

It depends on where the crawl space is. If it is under the house or in the foundation it may be a good place to go. If it is a space just under the roof then it would be one of the worst possible places to go. When a tornado hits a house the roof is usually the first thing to go, which may either exposed the crawlspace or take the crawlspace with it.

It depends what hemisphere your in. If your in the northern hemisphere, 999 out of a 1,000 Tornadoes will spin counter clock wise. In the southern hemisphere 999 out of a 1,000 with spin clock wise. BUT that doesn't mean you will never see a clock or counter clock wise tornado in the same hemispheres. If you get a counter clock wise or clock wise tornado in the opposite hemispheres (which would be rare or... EXTREMELY rare! Which would be 1% of the spin cycle) the normal one will be coupled with the non normal one.

There were 126 tornado fatalities in 2008.

Tornado season in Ohio typically occurs from April to July, with peak activity in May and June. The state experiences an average of 19 tornadoes per year. Residents should stay informed about weather warnings and have a plan in place to seek shelter if necessary.

A supercell thunderstorm is a highly organized and powerful type of thunderstorm that can produce intense winds, large hail, heavy rainfall, and tornadoes. These storms are characterized by a rotating updraft called a mesocyclone, which can sometimes lead to the development of tornadoes.

A standard porcelain bathtub is very heavy which makes it an unlikely candidate to be swept away. Most baths are installed very securely as they must support the weight of dozens of gallons of water. Should a structural collapse occur, the tub will act like a coffin, burying you alive :)

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Please note, however, that most bathtubs are no longer made of porcelain. Instead, they are made of lightweight fiberglass, which would provide very limited protection during a tornado. Additionally, if winds are strong enough, even a porcelain tub won't offer protection, as you (and the tub) can easily be picked up by the storm. Go underground to be safe.

No, most tornadoes in the southern hemisphere rotate clockwise.

Additionally, some tornadoes, called anticyclonic tornadoes, rotate clockwise in the northern hemisphere. Fewer than 1% of tornadoes are anticyclonic.

Yes, tornadoes are rare in England compared to other parts of the world, but they can and do occur. They are typically much weaker than tornadoes seen in the United States, and tend to cause less damage. England's relatively milder climate and landscape make it less prone to frequent and severe tornado activity.

The infamous 1979 Wichita Falls tornado was an F4.

No, tornadoes can occur without a visible wall cloud. While a wall cloud can be a precursor to tornado formation, tornadoes can also develop from other types of storm clouds or even from the cloud base itself.

Natural tornadoes are not constructive. They cause damage and kill people, so they are destructive; however, there are people who believe stationary "tornadoes" can be created and used for a source of power. If it is possible, those man-made "tornadoes" would be constructive by providing inexpensive power.

a thunder can get a lot of energy. when you get near to a thunder you can die for the shock they also take out your lights in your house.

A thunder storm is frightening, raging, dangerous, windy,when a lightening bolt comes down its like the sky is split in two! Tempest, Ra-gin skies, violet clouds, flashes of light!

It hit nine towns and the only one I remember the name of was Gorham which was completely destroyed by the tornado.

Tornadoes are most common in the central United States, often referred to as "Tornado Alley," which includes parts of Texas, Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, and South Dakota. However, tornadoes can occur in many other regions of the world, including Australia, Argentina, and parts of Europe. Areas with favorable atmospheric conditions, such as warm, moist air colliding with cool, dry air, are more prone to tornadoes.

If you are outdoors and cannot seek shelter, the best option is to find the lowest lying area such as a ditch and lie flat, covering your head. If you are in a vehicle, try to drive at right angles to the tornado's path to get out of its way. Always stay informed about tornado warnings and have a plan in place before an emergency situation occurs.

Hot water is more effective in separating marker pigment from filter paper as it helps to dissolve and lift the pigment more easily compared to cold water. However, it is important to consider the type of marker and paper used, as some markers may have pigments that are more soluble in cold water.

Tornadoes form in areas where both thunderstorms are present and wind speeds and directions change with height. You do not necessarily have to have a front present for a tornado to occur, however frontal boundaries often increase the amount of lifting to help develop thunderstorms and can serve to increase changes in with direction with height, all of which can increase the threat of tornadoes. The main type of front that increases the risk of tornadoes is called a dry line. Cold fronts and sometimes warm fronts can increase tornado risks and occasionally a sea-breeze front can cause a slight increase in tornado potential over a small, localized area.

Florida has actually had two violent F4 tornadoes in the past 60 years, but the reason such strong tornadoes are so rare has to do with the climate.

Tornadoes form in very strong thunderstorms called supercells, which form best near boundaries with large contrasts in temperature and/or moisture content. In Florida, which is nearly tropical, the temperature contrasts tend to be small, and so the storms are generally not intense enough to produce strong tornadoes.

There are different types of tornadoes based on their size, strength, and formation. The most common classification system for tornadoes is the Enhanced Fujita (EF) scale, which ranges from EF0 to EF5 based on the tornado's estimated wind speeds and damage potential.