As with hurricanes the strongest winds are generally on the right side of a tornado.
Chat with our AI personalities
The strongest winds in a tornado are typically on the right side of the tornado's path, known as the "right-front quadrant." This area can experience wind speeds exceeding 200 mph, making it the most dangerous part of the tornado.
The hurricane with the strongest recorded winds is Hurricane Patricia in 2015, which had sustained winds of 215 mph. It made landfall on the western coast of Mexico.
The strongest winds of a tornado are thought to occur near the ground, typically within the lowest 100 feet or so. Wind speeds in tornadoes can exceed 200 mph, causing significant damage close to the surface.
The strongest tornado to hit Arkansas was an EF4 tornado that struck Vilonia on April 27, 2014. This tornado had estimated winds of up to 190 mph and caused significant damage along its path.
The side of a hurricane that typically has the most rain is the front right quadrant. This area of the storm tends to have the strongest winds and the greatest amount of moisture, leading to heavier rainfall.
No. The core of a tornado is the area in which the strongest winds occur. Although the center itself may be calm in some tornadoes, you would still have to get through the intense winds of the tornado both going in and going out. Additionally, this eyelike structure is much smaller than the eye of a hurricane and would not likely be over any particular spot for more than a few seconds.