Thunderstorms and Tornadoes

Thunderstorms dissipate quickly, often within hours, as downdrafts of cool air overpower the warm, moist uplift that fuels them. Tornadoes, on the other hand, emerge from supercells—large, severe storms characterized by wind shear that creates a spinning effect in the atmosphere. Despite their fascinating nature, the precise mechanisms behind tornado formation remain partially understood, highlighting the complexity of these powerful weather phenomena.