Tornadoes

Actually there are tornadoes in Ontario. Some as strong as F4. In 2009 an F2 tornado hit the Toronto area. On May 31, 1985 13 tornadoes touched down in Ontario, including anf F4 that Devastated Barrie, north of Toronto, killing 8 people. Tornadoes are not particularly common in Ontario because its relatively cool climate limits the intensity of thunderstorms, and upper-level wind patterns generally favor types of storm less likely to produce tornadoes.

The 1925 Tri-State tornado, which traveled through Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana, holds the record for the longest continuous track on the ground at approximately 219 miles. It left a path of destruction and devastation in its wake, causing widespread damage and casualties.

A funnel cloud is a rotating, cone-shaped cloud that extends downward from a thunderstorm. While it is not considered a tornado until it touches the ground, a funnel cloud can still produce strong winds and hail. If a funnel cloud does touch down, it can cause the same type of damage as a tornado, including destruction of buildings, trees, and other structures.

Some precursors to tornadoes include a supercell thunderstorm with a rotating updraft, a noticeable change in wind direction and speed with height (wind shear), and a large temperature difference between the surface and the upper atmosphere. Other precursors can include a rapidly lowering cloud base, the presence of a wall cloud, and the occurrence of large hail or intense lightning.

Tornadoes have existed since the beginning of the planet's atmosphere. They are a natural and common occurrence in certain regions with the right weather conditions, such as the central United States.

A radar can detect rotation within a supercell thunderstorm, which is a key ingredient for tornado formation. When a tornado forms within a supercell, the radar can detect the rotation associated with the tornado, providing valuable information for forecasting and warning purposes.

The tornado itself is not the cause of the hail. Hail is a phenomenon that occurs with thunderstorms that have strong updrafts. The hail forms as the updraft holds ice pellets aloft as layer after layer of supercooled water freezes to their surfaces. Eventually they become too heavy and fall out of the storm. The strongest updrafts are found in thunderstorms called supercells, which due to their rotation, are also the primary producers of tornadoes.

Studying tornadoes is important because it helps us understand their formation, behavior, and potential impacts on society. This knowledge can lead to improved forecasting techniques, better warning systems, and more effective disaster preparedness strategies to mitigate the risks associated with tornadoes.

Yes, Texas is prone to tornadoes, particularly during the spring and early fall months. Tornadoes can occur throughout the state, with certain regions like North Texas experiencing a higher frequency of tornadoes. It's important for residents to stay informed and prepared for severe weather events.

Signs that a tornado may be near include a dark, greenish sky, large hail, a loud roaring sound, and a visible funnel cloud. If you hear a tornado warning or see these signs, seek shelter immediately.

No, the eye of a tornado is not safe. While it may appear calm, the most dangerous part of a tornado is the surrounding eyewall, where the strongest winds and most intense damage occur. It is not advisable to seek shelter in the eye of a tornado.

Michigan experiences tornadoes mainly due to the clash of air masses with different temperatures and humidity levels in the region. When these conditions create a strong rotating updraft, it can lead to the formation of tornadoes. Michigan's proximity to the Great Lakes also contributes to the volatility in weather patterns that can spawn tornadoes.

Meteorologists study hurricanes and tornadoes. They use data from satellites, radars, and weather stations to monitor and track these weather phenomena. Their research helps improve our understanding of these severe storms and how they form.

Most tornadoes occur in sparsely populated areas, making it less likely for someone to witness and report them. Additionally, some tornadoes may touch down in remote regions or dissipate quickly, making them difficult to detect or document.

This is my personal theory only. A tornado develops during a thunderstorm as part of the thunderstorms. It is a spinning warm updraft starting from the ground and reaching toward the cloud. The condensation you see is at the top of the funnel; forming when the spinning updraft begins to cool, and giving the appearance of the funnel dropping DOWN. As the tornado progresses it lifts up dirt and debris into the air giving it a darker appearance like the "black cloud" often seen in the movies.

Eventually the tornado collapses as it becomes clogged with air, roping out and finally dissipating, unless conditions remain favorable for the development of a subsequent tornado. Hope this helps.

A serve storm that forms as a rapidly rotating funnel cloud is called a tornado. Tornadoes are characterized by their destructive winds that can cause significant damage to the surrounding area. It is important to take shelter and follow safety precautions when a tornado is approaching.

That is unknown as there have been tornadoes in what is now California since before there were people there to record them.

Approximately 75% of tornadoes occur in the United States, which is in the western hemisphere. Therefore, around 25% of tornadoes hit the eastern hemisphere in a year.

The first tornado accurately predicted before it struck was in 1948. The tornado was forecasted by Air Force Capt. Robert C. Miller near Tinker Air Force Base in Oklahoma.

That is difficult to determine. There have been many thousands of F0 and EF0 tornadoes with winds possibly as low as 40 mph. However it is difficult to determine which were the weakest as many took place in open fields and caused no damage and all but perhaps a few never had their winds measured. Even then, it could be debated whether a tornado with winds as low as 40 mph could actually be counted as a tornado as such winds usually cannot cause significant damage.

In terms of total energy output no. That title would probably go to hurricanes which are much bigger and longer lasting than tornadoes.

However, tornadoes are the most intense storms on earth, with winds that can exceed 300 mph.

There is no given size for a tornado of any rating. The ratings of tornadoes are based on the severity of the damage caused by the tornado. A rating of F4, for example, indicates that well-built houses were completely leveled. While tornadoes of F4 strength are typically very large they don't have to be. Some have been only 100 yards wide while other have been over 2 miles wide.

Tornado formation can happen very quickly, often within minutes, when the right atmospheric conditions come together. However, the exact amount of time it takes for a tornado to form can vary depending on the specific conditions present in the storm.