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The tri-state tornado formed just the way most tornadoes form:
First, a condition called wind shear, in which the speed or direction of the wind changes with altitude. If the shear is strong enough it can essentially tilt a thunderstorm, this separates the updraft and downdraft of the thunderstorm, preventing them from interfering with one another. This allows the storm to become stronger and last longer.
Additionally, if the wind shear is strong enough it can start the air rolling in what is called horizontal vorticity. This horizontal vorticity can then be turned vertical by a thunderstorm's updraft. When this happens, the thunderstorm may start rotating. The rotation is especially strong in an updraft called a mesocyclone. If the storm intensifies rapidly enough, a relatively warm downdraft called a rear-flank downdraft or RFD can wrap around the bottom part of the mesocyclone. This can then tighten and intensify its rotation and bring it down to the ground to produce a tornado.
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How big was the tristate tornado?
The Tri-State tornado had a path of 219 miles long and 3/4 mile to 1 mile wide across 3 states and numerous mining towns.
What makes a wedge tornado?
A wedge tornado is a tornado that appears wider than it is tall.
Is a tornado bigger than a twister?
No. A tornado and a twister are the same thing.
How many times can a tornado form in one day?
The current record for most tornadoes in a 24 hour period is 208, set on April 27, 2011.
Can a tornado pass over a fork in a river?
Yes. A river, forked or not, will not affect a tornado.
How many town did the tristate tornado hit in 1925?
It hit nine towns and the only one I remember the name of was Gorham which was completely destroyed by the tornado.
How big was the tristate tornado?
The Tri-State tornado had a path of 219 miles long and 3/4 mile to 1 mile wide across 3 states and numerous mining towns.
A tornado warning means that a tornado is likely to form?
Partially. A tornado warning means that a tornado is likely to form or already has formed.
Can a tornado form in England?
well i think a tornado can form anywhere
Is it true that a tornado warning means that a tornado might form?
No. A tornado warning means that a tornado is likely to form or has already been spotted.
What is a fire tornado?
a tornado in the form of fire
What is the tristate area of New York?
The "tristate area" of New York consists of New York, New Jersey and Connecticut.
What is a wild fire tornado?
a tornado in the form of fire
What is an electric tornado and how do they form?
There is no such thing as an electric tornado.
Why tornadoes form in tornado alley?
They form in Tornado Alley for a couple of reasons. One of them is because of the weather. It is humid there. But, tornadoes can also form outside of Tornado Alley. They can form anymore!
Is a tornado watch better than a tornado warning?
Yes. A tornado watch simply means that general conditions are favorable for tornadoes to form. A tornado warning means that a tornado has been detected or may form at any moment.
Does it make a few twisters to form a tornado?
No. A twister is a tornado.
