Added: 03/19/2006 |
Destructive extreme stormsWhat is actually a storm? Storm means very bad weather with strong winds, rain, thunder, snow and etc. Thus, there are different kinds of storm such as snowstorm, thunderstorm, rainstorm, sandstorm, and dust-storm. Storms are created when a center of low pressure develops, with a system of high pressure surrounding it. This combination of opposing forces can create winds and result in the formation of storm clouds, such as the cumulonimbus. A strict meteorological definition of a storm is a wind measuring 10 or higher on the Beaufort scale, meaning a wind speed of
Extreme storms are accompanied by extreme weather conditions. Extreme storms are destructive as well as tornadoes, tsunami or hurricanes. So it is very important to know beforehand about brewing extreme storms. Life decisions depend on the weather forecasts. The earlier people know about the coming extreme storms the more chances they will be able to survive, to leave their homes if it is necessary.
Anyone who has ever witnessed any extreme storm remembers it for the whole life. It is impossible to forget it. In such cases a man understands that he/she is not able to fight against the nature and he /she is a part of it as really is. Evolution and the inventions - electricity, communications, high technologies, cars, plants, factories - let us think that nature is under our reign. And it is look like nature rebels against it and from time to time shows us who is the king in our universe. One of the ordeals that the nature put to us is extreme storms.
I offer you to learn some precautious measures that should be taken in case of thunderstorm. If the area that you live in is susceptible to thunderstorms it is advisable to check the latest weather forecast before starting any journey outdoors. Normally weather warnings are issued on a county basis. To be on a safer side make sure you carry a portable radio along with you to keep yourself updated with the latest weather warnings and news in your city. Thunder is followed by lightning so take refuge immediately to avoid getting struck by it. While taking refuge avoid trees or any old vintage cars instead opt for more robust strong shelter just like a concrete building. When a thunderstorm strikes stay away from water. Water can turn out to be very dangerous at the time of a storm as it can pull anything that comes its way at this time. Power fluctuations would be a common sign a thunderstorm strikes any place. Anything that is running on electricity must be switched off if not required temporarily. It is sensible to stay higher from ground and away from water to avoid getting caught up with possible after effects of storms such as floods.
Extreme ice storms are less raging that thunderstorms. In January 1998: an ice storm in northern New England and
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