Tuesday, October 22, 2019

Tornado essays

Tornado essays A tornado is a violent windstorm usually characterized by a twisting, funnel shaped cloud that is caused by a thunderstorm or a hurricane. It is produced when a cool air mass meets a warm air mass and forces the warm air mass to rise over the cool air mass very rapidly. Most of the damage from a tornado is a result of high wind velocity and wind blown debris. Most tornadoes occur during the months of March through August, but they can occur during any time of the year. They also seem to strike in the afternoon to the evening. You should know all key terms that are used to describe tornado 1. Tornado Watch- This means that tornadoes are possible and you should stay tuned to a radio station for more reports. 2. Tornado Warning- A tornado has been sighted and you should 3. Severe Thunderstorm Watch- Severe thunderstorms are possible 4. Severe Thunderstorm Warning- A severe thunderstorm is here 5. You should know the country and terrain in which you live. This is used in identifying the location of a tornado. 6. You should know the places you can seek shelter such as a cabin or 7. Practice doing this before you head out into the wilderness. 8. You should have emergency supplies on hand such as: Portable battery operated radio with extra batteries First aid kit with all supplies and manual 9. Make an inventory of all your possessions and take pictures of them so if they are lost they you can replace them. Calmness and clear skies after the tornado ...

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