Understanding Tornadoes

What is a tornado?

• A type of heavy rainfall.

• A cloud formation without wind.

• A peaceful wind phenomenon.

• A type of violent windstorm with a fast turning column of air.

Which area is known as 'tornado alley'?

• The western territories of California.

• The area from northern Texas into Illinois.

• The southern parts of Alaska.

• The coastal regions of Florida.

What is the weakest tornado on the Enhanced Fujita Scale?

• EF-0

• EF-3

• EF-5

• EF-1

How many tornadoes approximately occur each year in the United States?

• About 10,000

• About 100

• About 500

• About 1,000

What colors can tornadoes appear as?

• White, black, dark brown, gray, or red

• Only gray

• Only white

• Blue and green

What causes the most powerful tornadoes?

• Extremely high winds

• Light breezes

• Snowstorms

• Moderate rainfall

When do most tornadoes occur in the United States?

• In the winter months

• All year round

• Between July and September

• Between March and June

What is the role of the National Weather Service during a tornado?

• They issue tornado warnings.

• They provide shelter.

• They distribute food supplies.

• They control traffic.

What is an EF-5 tornado capable of doing?

• Causing light damage to buildings.

• Completely destroying a strong house.

• Uprooting small plants.

• Breaking windows only.

Where do tornadoes not occur?

• In coastal regions.

• In the North and South poles.

• In Tornado Alley.

• In the United States.