Which threats are most common during a thunderstorm over land?
Which threats are most common during a thunderstorm over land?
Severe Thunderstorms: Preparing for 5 Major Threats
- Destructive Winds. One of the most common forms of severe weather in the U.S. is caused by straight-line winds, not associated with tornadoes. ...
- Heavy Rains & Flooding. ...
- Damaging Hail. ...
- Frequent Lightning. ...
- Tornado Formation.
What is the biggest threat from a thunderstorm?
The number 1 thunderstorm killer is flash flooding. Flash flooding from thunderstorms kills about 140 people/year in the U.S. Fortunately, the Keys do not experience major problems with freshwater flooding due to the lack of rivers, creeks etc.