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Can a tornado pick up a bus?
Yes. A strong tornado in the range of EF2 to EF5 can pick up a bus or even a train.
What did the tornado say to the car?
"I'll pick you up later."
Could a tornado pick up the CN tower?
No. Though a very strong tornado might cause it to collapse.
What are somethings that a tornado can pick up?
Debris, wood and brick from houses, people, trees, water. Anything that the tornado is strong enough to carry.
Can tornadoes pick up semis?
No. Most tornadoes could not pick up a typical car. However, a fair portion still can.
Can a tornado pick up a 16 ton steel car?
On rare occasions, yes. Such massive objects have been known to be lifted up by tornadoes of F4 and F5 intensity. Only about 1% of tornadoes are this strong.
Is it safe to be in your car in the garage during a tornado?
It is generally not safe to be in your car in the garage during a tornado. The car could be damaged or lifted by the tornado, putting you at risk. It is better to seek shelter in a sturdy building or underground if possible.
How does objects being sucked into a tornado occur?
Air in and near a tornado spirals inward and upward very rapidly. The strong winds can pick up objects to carry with them.
What does a tornado do to make dust?
Tornadoes can pick up dust and debris from the ground as they travel, creating a dusty appearance. The strong winds within a tornado can lift dirt particles into the air, making them visible as swirling dust clouds.
Can a tornado pick up an airplane?
It is highly unlikely for a tornado to pick up an airplane due to its heavy weight and design. Airplanes are built to withstand strong winds and turbulence, and they are not easily lifted off the ground by tornadoes.
Is it really impossible for a vortex or tornado to pick up an inverted cone and can someone point out examples?
It would be entirely possible for a tornado to pick up such an object. One misconception about tornadoes is that their winds only travel vertically. The truth is that their rotation gives the very strong horizontal velocity as well, so even if the updraft alone could not pick up a cone, the horizontal winds could tip it over and allow the tornado to pick it up that way.
Can a tornado pick up an elephant?
It is highly unlikely for a tornado to pick up an elephant due to their size and weight. Tornadoes are capable of lifting smaller objects such as debris and farm animals, but the sheer mass of an elephant would make it extremely difficult for a tornado to lift.
