Tornadoes

By Brandon

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What is a tornado?

What is a tornado?

A tornado is a rapidly spinning column of air extending from the the base of a thunderstorm to the ground.
Cumulonimbus Clouds

Cumulonimbus Clouds

Cumulonimbus clouds are the only clouds that can cause tornadoes.

Tornado severity scale

Tornadoes are measured by how fast they spin and how much damage they do. They measure from 0-12.
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Where do they form?

Tornadoes usually form in the US. They need lots of space to form.