funnel clouds
Rotating storm formations
A funnel cloud is a rotating column of air extending downward from a storm cloud, forming a cone or funnel shape.
If it touches the ground, it becomes a tornado.
Funnel clouds are visible because of condensed water vapor and debris: We watched the funnel cloud descend toward the field.
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- cumulonimbusTowering storm-producing cloud
- storm chasersPeople pursuing severe weather
- supercellRotating severe thunderstorm
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Absence of cloud cover
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