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Has Canada ever experienced thunderstorms?
Yes, thunderstorms occur regularly in Canada.
What three things are needed to form a thunderstorm?
Moisture, unstable air, and a lifting mechanism.
How can thunderstorms affect human health?
They can trigger asthma attacks and cause stress or anxiety.
About how many thunderstorms are happening on Earth right now?
Around 1,800.
Where is the safest place to be during a thunderstorm?
Inside a sturdy building or hardtop vehicle.
Which province experiences the most thunderstorms in Canada?
Ontario
What type of cloud forms during a thunderstorm?
Cumulonimbus cloud.
How do thunderstorms affect animals?
Animals can become disoriented, panicked, or lose shelter and food.
200 How many thunderstorms occur globally each year?
Approximately 16 million.
What should you avoid touching indoors during a thunderstorm?
Metal, electrical devices, or plumbing.
Name the two other provinces besides Ontario that commonly experience thunderstorms.
What causes thunder during a thunderstorm?
The heat from lightning causes the air to expand rapidly, producing thunder.
How can thunderstorms affect the environment?
They can cause flooding, soil erosion, and pollute rivers and lakes.
What percentage of U.S. thunderstorms are classified as severe?
About 10%.
What should you do if you can’t find shelter during a thunderstorm?
Crouch low in a small dip, keep only your toes on the ground.
True or False: Thunderstorms only happen in Canada.
False – they also happen around the world.
What happens when warm, moist air rises and cools in the atmosphere?
It condenses into clouds, leading to thunderstorm formation.
What effect can downdrafts in a thunderstorm have on the ground?
They push cool air down, causing sudden gusty winds and temperature drops.
Where is the world’s biggest thunderstorm hotspot located?
The Congo Basin in Central Africa.
How long should you stay sheltered after the last clap of thunder?
At least 30 minutes.
Name two other countries where thunderstorms commonly occur besides Canada(that we stated).
Paraguay and Australia (also Bhutan)
Describe the full life cycle of a thunderstorm.
Warm air rises and forms clouds, the storm grows with strong updrafts and downdrafts, lightning and rain occur, and the storm fades when cold air cuts off the warm air supply.
In which city did a thunderstorm trigger a massive asthma outbreak in 2016?
Melbourne, Australia.
What was the record voltage of the most powerful thunderstorm in history, recorded in India in 2014?
1.3 billion volts.
Name three unsafe places to be during a thunderstorm.
Open fields, near water, or under tall trees."