Are waterspouts usually more dangerous than tornadoes?

Answer 1

No, in fact, they are much less powerful. ----- A waterspout is a tornado that forms over water instead of land. Unless you are on water, in its path, a tornado would be worse, because more people live on land.

Answer 2

Not usually. Most waterspouts are weaker than ordinary tornadoes and often dissipate when they hit land.

However, some waterspouts, called tornadic waterspouts, are simply ordinary tornadoes that form or move onto water.

Answer 3

Yes. Tornadic waterspouts are more dangerous than fair weather waterspouts as they are generally stronger.

Answer 4

No. While they are a danger to small boats, waterspouts are generally less dangerous than ordinary tornadoes as they are usually fairly weak and rarely strike land.