Tornadoes

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air.

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How are tornadoes formed?

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Tornadoes are formed when warm, moist air collides with cold, dry air.

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What are the different stages of a tornado?

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formation, mature, and decay

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What is the Enhanced Fujita Scale used for?

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Measuring the intensity of tornadoes based on the damage they cause.

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What are the typical wind speeds of a tornado?

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65 mph to over 200 mph

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What is the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning?

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A tornado watch means that weather conditions are favorable for the formation of tornadoes, while a tornado warning means that a tornado has been sighted or indicated by radar.

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What are the most tornado-prone areas in the world? Options: Tornado Alley, Hurricane Alley, Cyclone Corridor, Typhoon Zone

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Tornado Alley

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What are the safety precautions to take during a tornado?

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Seek shelter in a basement or an interior room on the lowest level of the building.

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What are the signs that a tornado is approaching? Options: Dark sky, large hail, loud roar, visible funnel cloud; Foggy conditions, light drizzle, cool temperature, calm winds; Sunny sky, light breeze, clear visibility, gentle rain; Strong winds, heavy rain, lightning, calm conditions

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Dark sky, large hail, loud roar, visible funnel cloud

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Can tornadoes occur at night?

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Yes