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Raining Milk!
Did you know that it was possible for rain to be different colors? Scientists didn't! There was milky rain falling from the sky in Washington last week, but scientists are still tryin…
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Tornadoes Hit the Midwest
Tornadoes are really dangerous events, especially when they are unexpected! Multiple tornadoes hit Oklahoma, Arkansas, and Iowa. This left people devastated!
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When Thunder Roars, Go Indoors!
Do you know what to do when you hear the roar of thunder? This article offers some safety tips.
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Experts answer tornado questions
Read this article to get answers about misconceptions regarding tornado safety.
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Train Vs. Tornado
Trains are large, heavy, and strong enough to last through a tornado, right? Think again. This video looks like a scene from a movie, but it's not! This is a reminder to show you how …
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Cars Vs. Tornadoes
Do not stay in a car if you're caught in a tornado! It's better to be outside in a low ditch than to be inside in your car trying to ride out the storm. Be sure to share this article …
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What is Thunder?
Why does thunder only occur when there's lightning? What causes thunder to be so loud? Find out the answers to these questions in this article.
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The Different Types of Lightning
Did you know that lightning can form from the ground? View and read about the different types of lightning here!
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Lightning Imaging Sensor: Observing Lightning from Space
Did you know lightning can be detected from space? NASA and the National Space Development Agency of Japan are able to using the Lightning Imaging Sensor (LIS). Learn about the LIS here!
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Clouds
Do I see a storm cloud? Find out about the different types of clouds. You can "predict" the weather just by looking at the clouds!
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Anatomy of a Thunderstorm
In this animated video, the formation of a thunderstorm is described. You'll be an expert on thunderstorms once you've watched this!
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Tornadoes Are Natures Most Violent Storms
Tornadoes are no laughing matter. Did you know that they kill abut 60 people each year? Find out a lot of scary facts about tornadoes here!
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Can Skyscrapers Prevent Tornadoes?
Why do cities typically not get hit by tornadoes, but the country folk do? Is it because there are skyscrapers present? Find out here if skyscrapers can actually prevent or affect to…
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How does hail form?
It can't snow during the summer, but did you know it can still hail? Hail can come during any season, so it's best to always stay prepared. Hail can be extremely dangerous; to find ou…
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Video of a Destructive Tornado
Tornadoes are so violent! See sparks fly as this tornado knocks down power lines. Note: Don't ever try this! These people are professionals.
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Inside a Tornado: Riding through the Storm
Storm Chasers strategically place a probe (a 7-camera device that collected other data like wind speed) right in a tornadoes path. Watch this unique view of a tornado here!
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Tim Samaras: Storm Chaser
If you're interested in becoming a storm chaser, watch this interview! Tim Samaras discusses his life as a professional storm chaser. He talks about his techniques, the equipment he u…
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Video Inside a Tornado
Have you ever wondered what it's like inside a tornado? Now you can see for yourself here! Note: Don't ever try this! These people are professionals.
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Make Lightning Strike
Did you know that people have a 1 out of 5000 chance of being struck by lightning? Yet, 9 out of 10 people who were unfortunate to be struck by lightning have survived. Find out more…
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Interactive Weather Maker
Make your own weather! Controlling the humidity, equator temperature, and the pole temperature, you can make a wide range of weather situations like blizzards to stormy days. Try it o…
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Lightning Safety
Lightning can be cool to look at but they can also be very deadly! Find out how to protect yourself from lightning in this article.
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Stormchasers
Have you ever wonder what it's like in a dangerous, yet exciting life of a storm chaser? These people are brave (and sometimes even crazy) to go close up to a storm. Why do they do th…
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How is Lightning Formed?
Lightning is so fascinating! This article explains how lightning is formed, and why they are so special. Find out why lightning and thunder are related, and learn about unique forms o…
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