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Tornadoes are some of the most destructive forces of nature. Learn how tornadoes form, how they are rated, and the country ...

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At any moment, about 2000 thunderstorms are occurring worldwide. Learn how thunderstorms form, what causes lightning and ...

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They are naturally-created machines that operate with the energy of 10000 nuclear bombs. They're tropical storms with wind ...

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Tornadoes, nearly three-quarters of which occur within the U.S., are unpredictable and can cause massive damage. New tools ...

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