Tornado and Hurricane Flashcard

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a violent rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm.

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Where do tornadoes more often occur?

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Tornadoes more often occur in the central and southeast United States.

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Can tornadoes occur during a severe thunderstorm?

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Yes, tornadoes can occur during a severe thunderstorm.

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What does the National Weather Service issue when a tornado is detected?

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The National Weather Service issues a Tornado Warning.

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What is the most powerful part of a hurricane?

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The most powerful part of a hurricane is the Eye Wall.

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What is a Tornado Watch?

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A Tornado Watch means conditions are favorable for tornadoes to form.

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What is the difference between a Tornado Watch and a Tornado Warning?

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A Tornado Watch indicates potential for tornadoes, while a Tornado Warning means a tornado has been sighted or indicated by radar.

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What is the Eye of a hurricane?

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The Eye of a hurricane is a calm area at the center of the storm.

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What is storm surge?

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Storm surge is the rise in sea level caused by a hurricane's winds pushing water toward the shore.

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What scale is used to measure tornado intensity?

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The Enhanced Fujita Scale (EF Scale) is used to measure tornado intensity.