Explore the fascinating science behind tornado formation in this 32-minute video lecture by Eric Snodgrass. Delve into the process of tornadogenesis, learn about storm chasing techniques used by meteorologists, and discover breakthrough scientific data on these powerful weather phenomena. Gain insights on various aspects of tornadoes, including wall clouds, supercells, vortex breakdowns, and the Fujita scale. Examine famous tornado events, fire tornadoes, and the evolution of tornado research. Understand the challenges of increasing warning times and learn crucial safety precautions, including why avoiding overpasses is essential and where to seek shelter during a tornado. This comprehensive overview of tornado science offers valuable knowledge for weather enthusiasts and those seeking to understand these awe-inspiring natural events.
How Do Tornadoes Form - The Science of Extreme Weather
Overview
Syllabus
Is a Tornado Simply Air Masses Pushing against Each Other?
What Is a Wall Cloud?
Get an Up-Close View of What It's like to Go Storm Chasing
Why Are Only about 30% of All Supercells Able to Produce Tornadoes?
See How One Supercell Produced Multiple Tornadoes in Illinois
What Happens During a Vortex Breakdown?
What is a Telltale Sign that a Tornado is Near the End of Its Life?
What is the Most Famous Tornado Family Event That Ever Occurred?
How Do Tornadoes Form in Fire?
The Pioneer of Tornado Research
What is the Fujita Scale?
Enhanced Fujita Scale
Most Powerful Tornado in Recorded History
The First 5-Ranked Tornado on the New Scale
Increasing the Tornado Warning Time
Why We May Not Want to Extend the Warning Time
The Researcher Who Inspired the Movie Twister
Tornado Research Takes a Giant Leap Forward With Doppler on Wheels
Precautions for Storm Chasing
Why You Shouldn't Take Shelter Under an Overpass
Best Place to Seek Shelter If Caught in a Tornado
Taught by
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