Tornado

How do tornadoes form?

• Tornadoes form due to excessive rainfall and thunderstorms.

• Tornadoes form when cold, dry air collides with warm, moist air, creating an unstable atmosphere.

• Tornadoes form when there is no collision between warm and cold air masses.

• Tornadoes form when warm, moist air collides with cold, dry air, creating an unstable atmosphere.

What are some safety measures to take during a tornado?

• Stand outside to watch the tornado

• Open windows to equalize pressure

• Drive towards the tornado to get a closer look

• Seek shelter in a basement or interior room, avoid windows, cover yourself with a mattress or heavy blankets, and listen to weather updates.

How do tornadoes impact the environment?

• Tornadoes cause destruction to vegetation, buildings, and infrastructure, disrupt ecosystems, and alter landscapes.

• Tornadoes promote biodiversity

• Tornadoes have no impact on the environment

• Tornadoes help improve air quality

What are some tornado warning systems used to alert people?

• Sirens, NOAA Weather Radio, Wireless Emergency Alerts (WEA), smartphone apps

• Tornado whistle

• Smoke signals

• Carrier pigeons

Can you name a historical tornado event and its impact?

• The Blizzard of 1888 in the Northeastern United States was a severe snowstorm, not a tornado event.

• The Hurricane of 1900 in Galveston, Texas caused widespread destruction but was not a tornado event.

• The Tri-State Tornado of 1925 was one of the deadliest tornadoes in U.S. history, impacting Missouri, Illinois, and Indiana. It traveled 219 miles, lasted for about 3.5 hours, and resulted in approximately 695 fatalities.

• The Great Chicago Fire of 1871 was a devastating fire incident, not caused by a tornado.

What are the key ingredients needed for a tornado to form?

• Warm, moist air at the surface, strong winds aloft, change in wind direction and speed with height

• Weak winds aloft

• Consistent wind direction and speed with height

• Cold, dry air at the surface

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

• A tornado watch is issued for severe thunderstorms, while a tornado warning is issued for heavy rain.

• A tornado watch is issued after a tornado warning, while a tornado warning is issued before a tornado watch.

• A tornado watch indicates a confirmed tornado, while a tornado warning indicates possible tornado activity.

• A tornado watch indicates favorable conditions, while a tornado warning indicates an imminent threat.

How fast can tornado winds reach?

• 300 mph (480 km/h)

• 400 mph (640 km/h)

• 500 mph (800 km/h)

• 200 mph (320 km/h)

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

• Run towards the tornado

• Stand in an open field

• Find a low-lying area, lie flat, and cover your head with your hands.

• Hide under a tree

How can technology help in predicting tornadoes?

• By using advanced weather monitoring systems like Doppler radar, satellites, and computer models.

• By asking animals to predict the weather

• By reading tea leaves and consulting a crystal ball

• By analyzing the phases of the moon