Tornadoes

Minor tornado damage typically includes missing shingles, damaged siding, and downed gutters.

Minor Earthquake damage would included cracks in walls.

More severe tornado damage would include the removal of the roof and sometimes walls with some debris blown down wind.

Earthquake damage might include partial collapse and/or damaged supports.

In the very strongest of tornadoes structures can be torn clean off their foundations, and are sometimes carried significant distances.

The very strongest of earthquakes will cause most structures to completely collapse, leaving behind piles of rubble.

The best place to seek shelter during a tornado in a split level house with no basement is on the lowest level of the house, in an interior room such as a bathroom or a closet. Stay away from windows and doors, and cover yourself with a mattress or heavy blankets to protect against flying debris. Consider having a safety kit ready in case of emergencies.

Yes, strong winds often accompany tornadoes, known as the outflow winds or downdrafts. These winds can be felt before the tornado actually touches down, indicating that a tornado may be approaching.

No, it is not a smart idea to run after a tornado. Tornadoes can change direction quickly and their paths are unpredictable, putting you at risk of getting caught in its path. It's safer to seek shelter in a sturdy building or underground if possible.

I am unable to provide real-time information on the current location of a tornado. Please refer to a local news source or weather service for up-to-date and accurate information on tornado activity in your area. Stay safe and follow any alerts or warnings issued by local authorities.

Hurricanes typically occur in coastal regions or islands near warm ocean waters, such as the Caribbean, Gulf of Mexico, and southeastern United States. When hurricanes make landfall, they can impact areas along the coast before weakening as they move further inland.

Thunderstorms form when warm, moist air rises rapidly in an unstable atmosphere, leading to the development of cumulonimbus clouds that produce lightning, thunder, heavy rain, and sometimes hail. Key ingredients for a thunderstorm include moisture, instability, lifting mechanism, and a source of heat energy.

Hurricane Emily was a very bad Hurricane. In fact, it was one of the most powerful hurricanes of the 2005 Hurricane Season; it just didn't really make landfall in the United States. However, it did make landfall on the Yucatan Peninsula and later made landfall on the Mexico/Texas border.

Hurricane Emily reached winds of 160 mph at its height in the Caribbean.

Oklahoma has more tornadoes per year on average compared to Texas. Oklahoma is located in an area known as "Tornado Alley" where tornadoes are more common due to environmental conditions that favor their formation. Texas also experiences a high number of tornadoes, but Oklahoma typically has more.

Hurricanes typically move over water, but they can also impact areas along the coastlines and move over land as well. The path of a hurricane is influenced by various factors such as atmospheric conditions and the topography of the land it encounters.

Tornadoes can occur at any time of year and at any time of day or night. They are merely most common in the spring and early summer and int he late afternoon. In simplest terms, tornadoes most often occur when a cool air mass collides with a warm, moist air mass, triggering thunderstorms. These thunderstorms then encounter wind shear, which gives them the rotation they need to produce tornadoes.

A tornado is a narrow funnel of air that extends down from a cumulonimbus cloud, usually associated with severe thunderstorms.

The tornado caused damage to the house, but it is repairable. With the necessary repairs and renovations, the house can be restored to its original condition.

It depends on the tornado. Most tornadoes are weak and don't last long. These tornadoes snap weak trees, break glass and damage roofs

The very worst of tornadoes can travel dozens of miles and level or even completely blow away well built structures.

Some of these tornadoes carve damage paths over a mile, or even two miles wide.

A tornado warning is when someone has seen a funnel cloud or when a tornado touchdown has been reported. A tornado warning is in play for the people near, or remotely near, or even right next to the tornadic activity area.

I agree, but when they give out a warning, it is most likely they'll do it by county.

It depends on floor level too; assuming you are on the ground floor, the pipe work and tubing acts like a cage that helps to hold materials together, meaning, less flying debrix. Additionally most bath tubs are extremely heavy.

Kentucky gets tornadoes but is too far inland to get hurricanes.

The term cyclone can describe any large-scale low pressure system with a closed circulation, so Kentucky gets cyclones just like any other part of the world.

The worst tornado chased by storm chasers was probably the Joplin, Missouri tornado of May 22, 2011. It killed at 158 people, injured over 1,100 destroyed about 7,000 homes and caused $2.8 billion in property damage. Rated EF5.

There are 4 honorable mentions that are also among the worst tornadoes ever chased:

The Wichita Falls, Texas tornado of April 10, 1979. Killing 42 people, leaving 20,000 (3,000+ homes destroyed), homeless and causing damage worth over $800 million in today's values. Rated F4.

The Moore, Oklahoma (Oklahoma City) tornado of May 3, 1999. Killing 38 people, destroying over 8,000 homes and businesses, and causing damage worth $1.3 billion in today's amounts. Rated F5.

The Tuscaloosa-Birmingham, Alabama tornado of April 27, 2011. Killing 64, , injuring over 1,500, and costing $2.2 billion. Rated EF4.

The Hackleburg-Phil Campbell, Alabama tornado of April 27, 2011. Killing 72, and costing over $1.2 billion. Rated EF5.

Supercell thunderstorms are typically the most dangerous type, as they have the potential to produce tornadoes, large hail, damaging winds, and flash floods. These storms can cause significant destruction and loss of life due to their intense and long-lasting nature.

Not in the tornado itself. However, tornadoes occur during thunderstorms, so they are usually accompanied by thunder.

To avoid a water spout, it is best to stay away from stormy weather conditions where water spouts are likely to form, such as during thunderstorms or tropical cyclones. If you are out at sea and spot a water spout, steer clear by navigating away from its path and seeking shelter in a safe area until it dissipates.

The Enhanced Fujita Scale takes a more detailed look at tornado damage, making it easier to come up with an accurate rating than in the original scale which was more arbitrary.

In addition, scientists believe the wind estimates in the old scale to have been inaccurate, especially for F4 and F5 tornadoes, so they adjusted those values.

It is generally not safe to camp in a pop-up camper during a thunderstorm due to the risk of lightning strikes. If caught in a storm, it's best to seek shelter in a sturdy building or a hard-topped vehicle. If you have no other options, stay inside the camper away from metal surfaces and avoid using electrical devices.

No, although it likely is hailing somewhere nearby.

Yes, "tornado" is a noun. It refers to a rapidly rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground.