Tornadoes

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What is a tornado?

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A fast spinning column of air that reaches from the clouds to the ground.

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What combinations of air cause tornadoes to form?

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Cold/dry and warm/wet air.

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Around how wide is the typical tornado in the United States?

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About 500 feet.

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What is the region in the Midwest called where most of the tornadoes in the United States form?

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Tornado Alley.

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What are the people called that follow big storms?

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Storm Chasers.

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What is the main danger of a tornado?

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It can cause destruction to buildings and harm to people.

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What do tornadoes look like?

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They often look like a funnel cloud that extends from the sky to the ground.

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How fast can tornado winds go?

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Tornado winds can exceed 300 miles per hour.

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What scale is used to measure tornado strength?

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The Enhanced Fujita Scale (EF Scale).

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What should you do if a tornado warning is issued?

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Seek shelter in a sturdy building, preferably in a basement or an interior room.