Decoding Weather Maps and Tornado Dynamics

Chief Meteorologist Brad Bennett introduces the topic of weather maps, with Meteorologist Aisha Scott explaining high and low pressure systems, warm and cold fronts, and their effects on weather. The video covers thunderstorms, cumulonimbus clouds, and tornado formation, emphasizing the importance of understanding weather maps. Tornado safety tips and the EF scale for tornado damage are also discussed, providing viewers with essential knowledge for severe weather preparedness.

What is the current temperature in Charlotte as mentioned in the introduction?

• Mid 40s

• Mid 50s

• Mid 60s

• Mid 70s

What type of weather is typically associated with high pressure systems?

• Cloudy and rainy

• Stormy

• Snowy

• Sunny and clear

What happens to the air in a low pressure system?

• It moves horizontally

• It stays still

• It rises

• It sinks

What does a warm front indicate?

• No change in temperature

• A storm is approaching

• A warmer air mass is moving in

• A cooler air mass is moving in

What kind of weather is often associated with cold fronts?

• Calm and clear

• Snowfall

• Strong storms

• Light drizzle

What type of cloud is known as the thunderstorm cloud?

• Cirrus

• Cumulus

• Stratus

• Cumulonimbus

What is wind shear?

• A change in wind direction and/or speed with height

• A type of cloud

• A type of precipitation

• A warm front

What should you do if you are outside during a tornado?

• Stay in your vehicle

• Find a ditch and lie flat

• Run to the nearest building

• Stand under a tree

What wind speed range does an EF-3 tornado have?

• 136-165 mph

• 111-135 mph

• 86-110 mph

• 65-85 mph

What is the damage level of an EF-5 tornado?

• Incredible

• Light

• Moderate

• Considerable