Severe Weather

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What is lightning?

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Lightning is the electric spark that occurs between positive and negative areas in a thunderstorm.

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What fuels a hurricane's strength?

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Warm water fuels a hurricane's strength.

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What is a tornado?

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A tornado is a rapidly rotating column of air that extends from a thunderstorm to the ground.

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How can you protect yourself from lightning?

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To protect yourself from lightning, lay on the ground to reduce your height.

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What is a hurricane?

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A hurricane is a powerful tropical storm with strong winds and heavy rain.

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What is thunder?

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Thunder is the sound produced by the rapid expansion of air heated by lightning.

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What is a storm surge?

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A storm surge is an abnormal rise in sea level during a storm, caused by strong winds and low pressure.

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What conditions are necessary for a tornado to form?

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Tornadoes typically form in severe thunderstorms when warm, moist air meets cold, dry air.

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What is the difference between a hurricane and a tornado?

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A hurricane is a large storm system that forms over warm ocean waters, while a tornado is a smaller, more localized storm that forms from thunderstorms.

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What is the Saffir-Simpson scale?

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The Saffir-Simpson scale is a classification system for hurricanes based on their wind speed and potential damage.