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The power of a tornado comes from the thunderstorm that produces it. A thunderstorm is powered by the energy that water vapor releases when it condenses.

Differences in wind speed and direction wind altitude, a condition called wind shear, sets these storms rotating. This rotation can then tighten and intensify to form a tornado.

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The force of a tornado comes from the strong winds associated with the rotating column of air. As warm, moist air rises and cold air sinks, it creates a swirling motion. The force is intensified by the low pressure at the center of the tornado.

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If a tornado is dissipating which direction will the next tornado come from?

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Where did the McConnel Air Force Base tornado form?

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Does a tornado come before or after rain?

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