Tornadoes

Part of the definition of a tornado is "a violently rotating column of air." Air is a mixture of gasses. Therefore a tornado can be considered to be made of gas. The tornado is made visible, however, by a combination of droplets of liquid water that condense from water vapor and solid particles and objects lifted by the wind. Air is still the primary component, however. In this case a tornado may be considered an aerosol.

The Wichita-Andover tornado occurred on April 26, 1991, while hurricane Andrew Lasted August 16-28, 1992, which is a gap of about 1 year and 4 months.

If you mean how long they lasted, the Wichita-Andover tornado was on the ground for over an hour. Hurricane Andrew Lasted 12 days.

Not exactly common. Only a few cities can claim that they are frequently hit by tornadoes, though Tuscaloosa has had more than its fair share. The northern half of Alabama is a major hot spot for tornado acivity.

Lilapsophobia is the fear of both hurricanes and tornadoes. In it's most severe form, it is known as astraphobia. The correct pronounciation of the word would be lie-lap-so-fo-bee-ya.

There are severe thunderstorms in Ontario today, and the potential tornadoes exists in Ontario and Quebec. However, the ptential is marginal and any tornadoes that do form will probably be short lived and weak. We will have to wait for surveys to see if any tornadoes are confirmed.

Tornadoes are most common in Tornado Ally, a region that stretches from Texas, to South Dakota and Iowa. Other states with a high incidence of tornadoes include Florida, Alabama, and Mississippi.

The largest tornado to hit Kansas appears to have been The F5 tornado that struck several towns on May 17, 1896, killing 25 people. The tornado devastated the towns of Seneca, Oneida, Sabetha, and Reserve, killing 21. It then crossed into Nebraska where it killed 4 more people.

At its peak this tornado was about 2.2 miles wide.

There are no specific records of how many people died in 1054 due to tornadoes as historical data on tornado impacts is limited and not well-documented. Tornadoes were likely less reported and understood during that time period.

There are three scales used to assess tornado intensity. The oldest and most well-known is the Fujita scale or F scale. This scale uses the severity of damage cause by a tornado to estimate wind speed and sort it into one of six categories ranging from F0 tor the weakest tornadoes to F5 for the strongest. A few countries, including the United States, now use the Enhanced Fujita or EF scale. It is similar to the Fujita scale, but uses more specific damage standards. It ranges from EF0 to EF5 with ratings essentially equivalent to their F-scale counterparts.

A few countries in Europe use the TORRO scale or T scale. This scale has 12 intensity levels ranging from T0 to T11. Every two levels on this scale is equivalent to one level on the Fujita scale for example a T0 or T1 is equivalent to an F0.

Yes, tornadoes can occur in England, but they are relatively rare compared to regions like the United States. Tornadoes in England tend to be weaker and shorter-lived than those in other parts of the world.

Tornadoes do not directly benefit soil. In fact, tornadoes can be destructive, causing soil erosion by displacing and removing topsoil. The aftermath of a tornado may require soil remediation efforts to restore soil health and fertility.

Hills do not stop tornadoes, as tornadoes can pass over or through hills with varying effects. The presence of hills can affect the strength and behavior of a tornado, but they do not act as a barrier that will prevent a tornado from occurring.

Most snorkels are around 12 to 18 inches long, but some can be shorter or longer depending on the brand and design. It's important to choose a snorkel length that feels comfortable for you while swimming and diving.

There is no particular term for the bottom of a tornado. The base of a tornado may be shrouded in a debris cloud.

Technically, yes. EF0 is the weakest, EF1 the second weakest, and EF2 the third weakest. However, Some meterologists consider EF2 and stronger tornadoes as strong, as only about 10% of tornadoes are rated EF2 or higher.

There are many weather events that are believed to be cyclical. These weather events include, but are not limited to, hurricanes, snow, rain, and tornadoes.

It is possible. It is in a region that gets tornadoes fairly regularly, though not as often as northern Texas. However, there is no way of knowing when a tornado will hit the town until it actually happens.

There have been two major tornadoes in the El Reno area in recent years. The first, an EF5 on May 24, 2011, killed 9 people. The second one on May 31, 2013 was rated EF3 (though it may have reached EF5 strength). It killed 8 people including storm chaser Tim Samaras.

Supercell tornadoes are easier to detect. They arise from the larger circulation of the mesocyclone or rotating updraft of a supercell. This rotation can be detected by doppler radar, which can measure wind speed from a distance. In somce cases the rotation of the tornado itself may be detected. This is more difficult for landspouts, which tend to be smaller, and do not arise from a larger mesocyclone. Since radar cannot scan ground level winds, visual confirmation is often used to determine if a tornado has touched down. There are people, called spotters, who are trained to identify and report tornadoes and other weather hazards. A new advancement in doppler radar, called dual polarization has futher improved tornado detection. Before this development, radar could detect material in the air, but could not actually tell the difference between raidrops, hailstones, and other objects such as tornadic debris. If a dual polarized radar picks up on debris, that's a good sign that a tornado has touched down.

Yes. Tornadoes are not uncommon in Ohio, and contrary to what some believe, no location is "protected." Modern records, which date back to 1950, show that at least one tornado has hit Zanesville.

There probably will be eventually, as Houston is in a fairly tornado-prone area and has been hit before. However, there is no way of knowing when such an event will occur.

Pull over at the nearest safe spot. ... Stay with the group. If you are traveling in a group, do not venture off during a dust storm. You can quickly become hopelessly lost. Members of the group should stay together and hold hands or lock arms.

The "E" in EF2 tornado stands for Enhanced Fujita Scale, a classification system used to measure tornado intensity based on the damage they cause. The EF scale ranges from EF0 (weakest) to EF5 (strongest).

A full figure cannot be given. Official record only extend back to 1950, with relatively accurate figures only going back to about 1990. Montana's sparse population means that many tornadoes are likely missed. That said, since official records began in 1950, there have been 389 tornadoes recorded in Montana.

The powerful winds and flying debris in a tornado can damage or destroy property, ranging anywhere from minor roof damage and downed fences to the complete destruction of well-constructed buildings. People caught in such storms may be struck or crushed by debris and collapsing building, or picked up and hurled by the winds.