EarthProfessor

The "Professor" represents our team of researchers and writers. Both adults and kids have tons of questions about our planet. Our job is to answer them!

Are tornadoes formed from thunderstorms?

The Short Answer: A tornado forms from a large thunderstorm. Inside thunderclouds, warm, humid air rises, while cool air falls–along with rain or hail. Can tornadoes occur without thunderstorms? Forget tornado weather — these twisters can develop without a strong thunderstorm Scientists are working to learn about this sneaky species of tornado, notoriously difficult to …

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Where does tornado alley go through?

Although the official boundaries of Tornado Alley are not clearly defined, the main alley extends from northern Texas, through Oklahoma, Kansas, Nebraska, Iowa, and South Dakota. States such as Minnesota, Wisconsin, Illinois, Indiana, Missouri, Arkansas, North Dakota, Montana, and Ohio are sometimes included in Tornado Alley. Some articles claimed while most people associate intense tornado …

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Are tornadoes covered by homeowners insurance?

Homeowners insurance covers damage to your home and personal belongings caused by wind, rain, and fallen trees during a tornado. And if a tornado displaces you from your home and you’re forced to live elsewhere, homeowners insurance also covers your additional living expenses. Homeowners insurance covers your home and personal belongings from many types of …

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