Tornados

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Tornados


The first step to a tornado is a thunderstorm. The storm starts when warm , humid air rises out of the ground. When they cool in the upper atmosphere it makes clouds. The water droplets start to fall, making a down draft which meets with the updraft. That keep on giving humid air to the thunder cloud. The most violent time in the storm is now. The Tornado forms in the middle of the downdraft and the updraft. The updraft sucks away the air from the ground."Air rushes in to take it's place. The water drops push into the downdraft". That's what forms the funnel-shaped cloud. when the funnel picks up dirt it makes the funnel darker.

A tornado is a violent windstorm usually characterized by a twisting, funnel shaped cloud that is caused by a thunderstorm or a hurricane. It is produced when a cool air mass meets a warm air mass and forces the warm air mass to rise over the cool air mass very rapidly. Most of the damage from a tornado is a result of high wind velocity and wind blown debris. Most tornadoes occur during the months of March through August, but they can occur during any time of the year. They also seem to strike in the afternoon to the evening. What you should do and know You should know all key terms that are used to describe tornado threats. 1. Tornado Watch- This means that tornadoes are possible and you should stay tuned to a radio station for more reports. 2. Tornado Warning- A tornado has been sighted and you should take shelter immediately. 3. Severe Thunderstorm Watch- Severe thunderstorms are possible and they may bring a tornado. 4. Severe Thunderstorm Warning- A severe thunderstorm is here and a tornado may be present. 5. You should know the country and terrain in which you live. This is used in identifying the location of a tornado. 6. You should know the places you can seek shelter such as a cabin or rest area. 7. Practice doing this before you head out into the wilderness. 8. You should have emerg...