Thunderstorms Flashcards
all basic information about thunderstorms
What cloud is most associated with thunderstorms?
Cumulonimbus
What kinds of fronts come with thunderstorms?
Cold Fronts
What is the first stage of the life cycle of a thunderstorm?
Developing Stage
What is the second stage of the life cycle of a thunderstorm?
Mature Stage
What is the third stage of the life cycle of a thunderstorm?
Dissipating Stage
What is a derecho?
Widespread, long -lived wind storm associated with a band of fast moving showers
What is a Mesoscale Convective Vortex (MCV)?
A low-pressure center that pulls wind into a vortex
What is a Mesoscale Convective Complex (MCC)?
large, circular, long-lived cluster of showers and thunderstorms
What are some effects of thunderstorms?
Lightning, hail, rain, flooding, wind, etc.
What are some thunderstorm safety tips?
Avoid windows and large open rooms, stay low, and stay inside (vehicle or building)