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What’s behind the Nationwide Outbreaks of Deadly Tornadoes?

Posted on May 29, 2011 by Weather Guys Editor

The enormous loss of life associated with the 2011 tornado season thus far is truly staggering.

After the Joplin, Mo., tornado May 22 and the recent . . . Continue reading →

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What Causes Tornadoes?

Posted on May 1, 2011 by Weather Guys Editor

A tornado is a powerful column of winds that rotate around a center of low pressure. The winds inside a tornado spiral inward and upward, often exceeding speeds of 300 mph. For a thunderstorm to produce a tornado requires warm humid air near the surface with cold dry air above. Continue reading →

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