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Tornadoes and Severe Storms

Tornadoes are deadly storms. With an average of 60 deaths per year, you need to know the signs of a tornado. How do tornadoes form? Where do tornadoes form? The information below may just save your life!
  1. Famous Tornadoes (8)
  2. Storm Chasing (2)
  3. Tornado FAQs (6)
  4. Tornado Safety (3)

Top 10 Deadliest Tornadoes
A list of the top 10 deadliest tornadoes in the United States.

Storm Damage Surveys
A meteorologist's job doesn't necessarily end when severe weather watches and warnings are issued. After storms occur, there is still much work to be done, including an "on location" review of the event and the damages caused.

Storm Stats: Tornadoes
An at-a-glance guide to tornadoes. Learn how to recognize the signs, interpret watches/warnings, and swiftly seek shelter wherever you may be.

Tornado Images
Tornadoes are one of the most destructive forces in nature. These images are live images taken at the scene of a tornado in Oklahoma.

Fact Sheet on Tornadoes
This Canadian fact sheet on tornadoes is informative and easy to follow. It includes important safety procedures to follow in the event of a warning.

United States Tornado History
Find information, dates, and explanations for famous tornadoes in the US.

What is a derecho?
Derecho FAQs including types, associated severe weather, and U.S. occurrences.

Severe Weather (From the Safety of Your Computer)
Severe storm types are detailed.

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