Explains what tornadoes are, what causes them, and where and when they occur; discusses what happens during a tornado and who helps afterwards; and considers whether tornadoes can be predicted. Includes case studies.
Content Note
What is a tornado? -- What causes tornadoes? -- Where and when do tornadoes happen? -- Case study: Tri-State Twisters, 1925 -- What happens in a tornado? -- Case study: Bangladesh, 1996 -- Who helps after a tornado? -- Case study: Oklahoma and Kansas, 1999 -- Can tornadoes be predicted? -- Can people prepare for tornadoes? -- Can tornadoes be prevented? -- Terrifying tornadoes of the recent past.