Severe Weather

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What type of cloud is associated with severe weather events like hurricanes and tornadoes?

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Cumulonimbus clouds are associated with severe weather events such as hurricanes and tornadoes.

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True or False: Both hurricanes and tornadoes are rated based on their wind speeds.

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False. Hurricanes are rated based on their category, which considers wind speed, but tornadoes are rated using the Enhanced Fujita Scale based on damage.

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What do hurricanes need to strengthen?

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Hurricanes need warm air and warm water to strengthen.

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What type of weather is typically caused by hurricanes but not by tornadoes?

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Flooding is typically caused by hurricanes, while tornadoes primarily cause high winds.

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What is a key difference between hurricanes and tornadoes?

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Hurricanes can last for a week, while tornadoes happen very quickly.

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What scale is used to rate tornadoes?

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Tornadoes are rated using the Enhanced Fujita Scale.

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What is the main cause of hurricanes?

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Hurricanes are caused by warm ocean waters and atmospheric conditions.

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What is the typical duration of a tornado?

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Tornadoes usually last from a few minutes to an hour.

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What is the primary danger of hurricanes?

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The primary dangers of hurricanes include high winds, heavy rainfall, and flooding.

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What is the difference in wind speed between hurricanes and tornadoes?

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Tornadoes can have wind speeds exceeding 300 mph, while hurricanes typically have maximum sustained winds of up to 215 mph.