Severe Tornado
Severe Tornado
Scientists say 2012 could be a year of severe tornadoes, partially because waters in the Gulf of Mexico are unusually warm. As explained at Accuweather.com, warmer waters in the Gulf often equate to intense tornadoes. This makes sense if you consider how tornadoes form.
Although scientists are still mystified by many aspects of tornado development, this much they know: twisters occur when dry, cool air meets moist, warm air. When these different types of air meet, wind begins to spiral near the earth. Should rising air cause this spinning motion to turn vertical, a twister is Continue reading
