Tornadoes

A tornado is a rotating column of air usually having a funnel-shaped appearance, with rotating wind speeds varying from 72 to 200 MPH.

The information compiled here will give you general facts and information, tornado related activities, myths, history, a section on safety, protection, and helps after the destruction, careers, resources, state standards, and assessments.

General Information

History
Myths
Safety

 Activity Links

Tornado in Sight
Tornadoes! Nature Rules!
Twistin' Tornado
Disaster Math
Storm Chaser Diary
Create a Tornado
Tornadoes
Creating Tornadoes
Dynamic Earth-Tornado

Meet Mr. Twister

Careers

Booklist

Web Resource Links

ESU #11 Resources

Assessment