The Birth of a Tornado

Let’s take a trip with a little tornado as it begins its path of exploration. A tornado is a powerful column of rotating air that touches both the ground and the clouds above. But how does such a thing start? Well, when warm, moist air meets cool, dry air, they create instability in the atmosphere. Add some wind changing direction and increasing in speed with altitude, and you have a recipe for a tornado!

The Path It Takes

As our tiny tornado starts to move, it might travel over fields, forests, and sometimes near towns. Most tornadoes in the Northern Hemisphere spin counterclockwise, and they can move at speeds of 65 to 180 kilometers per hour (40 to 110 miles per hour). They’re not just one size either; they can be as narrow as 30 meters (98 feet) or as wide as 1.6 kilometers (1 mile)!

Tornado Alley: A Famous Path

There’s a famous place called Tornado Alley in the United States where our little tornado might find many friends. It’s a region where tornadoes are more common due to the right weather conditions being often present. But tornadoes can and do happen in many parts of the world!

A Rainbow After the Storm

After the winds calm and our tornado’s journey ends, something beautiful can happen. If the sun peeks out while rain is still falling, a rainbow may form. This colorful arc is a lovely sight and brings joy after the stormy adventure.

Join the Whirling Wonder

Imagine if you could whirl around with the wind, where would you go? What would you see? Each tornado is unique, just like you and your ideas! Why not download the tornado coloring page and add your own colors to this whirling wonder’s journey?

Remember, while tornadoes are fascinating, they’re also powerful and can be dangerous. It’s important to have respect for nature’s might and to always stay safe. Now, let your colors swirl on the page as you dream up your own adventurous explorations!