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The most dangerous part of a thunderstorm is lightning. Lightning can strike suddenly and cause injuries or fatalities, as well as start fires. It is important to seek shelter indoors during a thunderstorm to stay safe from lightning strikes.
theres lots of dangerous features of thunderstorms like possibilities of tornadoes and hail and heavy rain mostly happens during severe strong and regular thunderstorms but whats most dangerous are tornadoes
Not necessarily. If there is a lot of rain then lighting is no longer the most dangerous part. Because then there would be a flood. Also high winds can knock down trees and/or create missile hazards. If you are driving, visibility can be very low, and braking will not be as effective as on dry pavement. The chances of being in a car accident during a thunderstorm are much greater than the chance of being struck by lightning.
The most dangerous part of a thunderstorm is the middle of the storm because the two fronts are pushing against each other at that point.
Yes, it is dangerous to be near a lake during a thunderstorm as water can conduct electricity, increasing the risk of being struck by lightning. Seek shelter indoors during a thunderstorm to stay safe.
is the northeast part of the eyewall in a hurricane the most dangerous
The cumulus stage, in which the thunderstorm develops, the mature stage, in which the thunderstorm is most intense, and the dissipating stage, in which the thunderstorm declines and ends.
Yes, it is dangerous to stand under a large tree during a thunderstorm because trees are prone to lightning strikes, which can be risky for anyone in close proximity. It is safer to seek shelter indoors or in a hard-topped vehicle during a thunderstorm.
In most cases it is lightning. Any cloud-to-ground lighting bolt can kill while rain is usually harmless. Rain, too, can be dangerous if it leads to flooding.