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Storm Chasers : How Tornadoes Work : HowStuffWorks : Discovery Channel

Learn more about tornadoes from HowStuffWorks.com

What Causes a Tornado?

Learn about five of the major factors in tornado formation and find out about supercells -- some of the most powerful thunderstorms in nature.

Tornado-Proof Vehicles

Studying tornadoes with a Geo Metro is not advised. High-tech, super-duty vehicles like the SRV Dominator are key to storm chasing success.

Tornado Safety Tips

Learn important tornado protection tips and find out how homeowners' insurance works. And don't forget to batten down the hatches.

Twisted Minds

Why do people chase storms? Some say it's for the adrenaline. Some say it's for the science. Some, well, we just don't know why they do it.

 

Learn More about Tornados

Explore the Science of Tornadoes »

From wind shear and updraft to gravity waves and raindrop size, predicting and analyzing tornadoes is a complex endeavor.

 
Learn What it Takes to Chase Storms »

You'll need extra-sturdy vehicles, high-tech weather equipment and an extra dose of adrenaline.

 
Get Your Tornado Survival Kit Ready »

Find out everything you'll need to help you ride out a tornado. Just hope you don't get swept away!

 
 

Tornado Interactives

Interactive Torando Handbook
Explore twister science while you make your own tornado!
 
 

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