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: Conditions are favorable for tornadoes. Stay alert and keep an eye on the sky.

: For a regular storm to become a "supercell"—the most dangerous type—it needs wind shear. This is when wind speed or direction changes at different altitudes, creating an invisible, horizontal spinning effect. Weather, Storms & Tornadoes

: Most injuries are caused by flying debris. Use blankets, pillows, or even a bicycle helmet to protect your head and neck. : Conditions are favorable for tornadoes

: The storm's powerful updraft grabs that horizontal spin and tilts it vertically, creating a rotating column of air known as a mesocyclone . When a Storm Becomes a Tornado This is when wind speed or direction changes

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