Is a microburst the opposite of a tornado, if so why?

Is a microburst the opposite of a tornado, if so why?
by

1 Answer

Answer :

It isn’t the opposite of a tornado, but it is different. A microburst is a sudden downdraft blows straight to the ground; a tornado must by definition be a rotational system, Both involve weather phenomena of high winds descending from high altitude to ground level.
by

Related questions

Has a tornado ever struck a sky-scraper?

Description : Has a tornado ever struck a sky-scraper?

Last Answer : I remember in 97 Miami had a tornado, which is extremely rare. Here's a clip. It's a little long, I fast forwarded a little, skipped around, I didn't watch the whole thing. It wasn't a very strong tornado. ... that's very similar to F1,2,3 at the eye wall. I don't know if you want to count that?

Tornado watch in Red Deer what should I do?

Description : Tornado watch in Red Deer what should I do?

Last Answer : Whatever you do, don’t go out for a 10 mile hike today.

What's it like to live in Tornado Alley?

Description : What's it like to live in Tornado Alley?

Last Answer : answer:How often do tornadoes happen? It varies, just like there are not the same number of hurricanes or snowstorms every year, the number of tornadoes varies. How often do tornado related ... Not much. People that live in hurricane territory have hurricane parties, same happens in tornado alley.

Is there a way to detect a tornado before it gets too obvious?

Description : Is there a way to detect a tornado before it gets too obvious?

Last Answer : The terror on birds faces as they fly like shit to get the hell outta dodge…possibly.

(Warning, Morbid) Is it true that the bodies of tornado victims are usually torn to pieces?

Description : (Warning, Morbid) Is it true that the bodies of tornado victims are usually torn to pieces?

Last Answer : No. They die mostly of blunt trauma. Houses falling on them and stuff.

How many people died in the Great Tri-State Tornado of 1925?

Description : How many people died in the Great Tri-State Tornado of 1925?

Last Answer : 695 dead, 2020 injured.

What's the name of a famous devastating tornado?

Description : What's the name of a famous devastating tornado?

Last Answer : Here

Have you experienced a tornado firsthand?

Description : Have you experienced a tornado firsthand?

Last Answer : 3 times never had fun in any of them.

What would the climate be in each continent if Earth was opposite?

Description : What would the climate be in each continent if Earth was opposite?

Last Answer : There is a phenomenon called Pole Reversal see this which flips North Pole to South, and so on. Apparently it happens frequently (in Geologic time frames) read this too Lots of science fiction has been ... phenomenon. Do a search for Pole Reversal Fiction and you'll see how authors think about it.

For those who live in the northern hemisphere, how has your winter been so far?

Description : For those who live in the northern hemisphere, how has your winter been so far?

Last Answer : We have had below freezing mornings, and a fair amount of rain in our temperate Coastal Norther California Area. Normal winter!

During this extreme cold snap, are you preparing your house so the pipes don't freeze?

Description : During this extreme cold snap, are you preparing your house so the pipes don't freeze?

Last Answer : I also moved stored bedding, towels, toilet paper rolls and food items away from the outside wall so there is an air gap. I don’t want any water to condense where they are in direct contact with the wall. That can damage the wall and the food.

How has the winter weather been where you live so far, and how does it compare to last winter's weather?

Description : How has the winter weather been where you live so far, and how does it compare to last winter's weather?

Last Answer : Oregon… Totally warm and overcast today. I walked to the store in a t-shirt and was fine. We got about two days of snow. Just enough to be annoying. Pretty normal winter here. Tons of rain but I like that.

Why is the side walk on this side bone dry, and on the other side snow from 48 or so hrs ago?

Description : Why is the side walk on this side bone dry, and on the other side snow from 48 or so hrs ago?

Last Answer : Sunlight blocked on other side?

So - how much snow did you get?

Description : So - how much snow did you get?

Last Answer : We (eastern MA) got about 18 inches. It was very light snow, however. It was a strange storm. There were towns near us that got < 10 inches, while a few miles away had near 25 inches.

Why is Mother Nature so pissed at us?

Description : Why is Mother Nature so pissed at us?

Last Answer : answer:Mother Nature is like always pissed at us, dude. Besides, it was probably like a lot more extreme in the beginning phases of Earth like forming and stuff. You know, like with volcanoes and stuff going crazy.

What has spring been like so far where you live?

Description : What has spring been like so far where you live?

Last Answer : Everything is budding and there are flowers everywhere. It’s surprising, because I’m in Colorado. It’s been regularly warm for almost a month now….we’ve had multiple days over 70 degrees and this week the highs are in the high 70s! It’s so beautiful out right now! Best spring eva.

Why is my hair so tangly and dry?

Description : Why is my hair so tangly and dry?

Last Answer : You got it right in your first tag. The weather this time of year is probably the culprit. Use a good moisturising conditioner.

I don't feel cold, so why are my hands and feet freezing?

Description : I don't feel cold, so why are my hands and feet freezing?

Last Answer : Poor circulation to the outer extremities, try opening and closing your fist and wiggling your toes habitually. It might help. You might also be anemic, almost every woman is. Anemia can make you feel very, ... supplements is what you'll be given, fixes ya right up. Assuming anemia is what you got.

Why do gray days make me so happy?

Description : Why do gray days make me so happy?

Last Answer : Where do you live? If you live in a place that's normally sunny, the gray is a nice change. If you live in a dreary place, the gray days start to really drag on you. I think suicide ... Northwest probably peak around April, right when the chance to see the sun is inches away, yet still so far

What month does it start cooling down in so cal?

Description : What month does it start cooling down in so cal?

Last Answer : usually mid September-early october

Why is the month of March so windy?

Description : Why is the month of March so windy?

Last Answer : mass temperature changes. the last remnants of cold arctic air being met and swept away by warm fronts coming from the oceans which are getting warmer as the season changes.

Why are there so many immature maple seeds this year?

Description : Why are there so many immature maple seeds this year?

Last Answer : I would think you had a very dry year and with lots of wind knocked them off. It happens sometimes. Also if the squirrels have had a hungry time they will race to get the mature seeds so fast your head may spin. :-) Could one of these things have happened ?

So when is everyone just going to move out of Louisiana?

Description : So when is everyone just going to move out of Louisiana?

Last Answer : I think it will never happen. Re-building something that was destroyed has a high symbolic meaning that goes beyond economical matters.

How's the weather where you are?

Description : How's the weather where you are?

Last Answer : It was 7°F when I left for work this morning, which is an improvement from yesterday’s -1°F. It’s currently a balmy 23°F, however (in MA).

Northeast US jellies, are you prepared for the coming blizzard?

Description : Northeast US jellies, are you prepared for the coming blizzard?

Last Answer : Making chili tomorrow and chocolate bars on Saturday so I guess I’m prepared!

Are any of our southeastern Jellies experiencing the storm yet?

Description : Are any of our southeastern Jellies experiencing the storm yet?

Last Answer : Redacted by me because apparently I can’t tell the difference between north and south.

Are there ever days where there is precepitation in all 48 contiguous states on the same day?

Description : Are there ever days where there is precepitation in all 48 contiguous states on the same day?

Last Answer : I wonder if there’s proof of rain/snow covering the whole earth for a prolonged period.

Do you have a feeling that the world's weather is going a bit crazy?

Description : Do you have a feeling that the world's weather is going a bit crazy?

Last Answer : No

Weather app with past events?

Description : Weather app with past events?

Last Answer : I don’t know about apps, but there is at least one great web page that does that, for the known history of weather around the world, even.

Anyone here familiar with Farmers Almanac?

Description : Anyone here familiar with Farmers Almanac?

Last Answer : I just saw an online article, that Farmers Almanac is predicting another tough winter for Texas. We don’t want to deal with that crap again. Someone tell me they are full of it. Please.

Does the State of Texas’ Weather Modification program impact storms in the Gulf?

Description : Does the State of Texas’ Weather Modification program impact storms in the Gulf?

Last Answer : No, they wouldn’t waste the money on cloud seeding that produced no good for the state. Cloud seeding is usually done to promote rainfall for crops or to eliminate fog around air ports.

Does it really start to rain most frequently between 5:00 - 6:00 PM, or does it just seem that way?

Description : Does it really start to rain most frequently between 5:00 - 6:00 PM, or does it just seem that way?

Last Answer : She’s like it sometimes. Just relax and enjoy it.

Are you getting an early Summer heat wave, similar to the one we are experiencing here in Western Canada?

Description : Are you getting an early Summer heat wave, similar to the one we are experiencing here in Western Canada?

Last Answer : Hell to the no. But I know it’s coming.

How do you think Biden caused the Texas power outage?

Description : How do you think Biden caused the Texas power outage?

Last Answer : I can't even believe that total bullshit. I do have Texans on my Facebook writing that Texans got out and helped each other, we don't need the government. I'm pretty sure every single ... . I have just as many Texans furious about the situation and certainly are not blaming the central government.

Are you in the US Southern states dealing with the frigid weather?

Description : Are you in the US Southern states dealing with the frigid weather?

Last Answer : Nope. I’m in the frozen northlands. The winters suck here, but we at least know how to deal with them.

Will the cold blast in Texas and other parts of the south help push solar energy for houses?

Description : Will the cold blast in Texas and other parts of the south help push solar energy for houses?

Last Answer : Better to institute a carbon tax and let people sort it out for themselves. Texans should probably have solar panels everywhere, anyway, considering their massive needs for cooling. If they don’t it’s probably because other energy sources are improperly cheaper.

Do you believe that no two snowflakes are alike?

Description : Do you believe that no two snowflakes are alike?

Last Answer : I’m checking. This could take awhile…

Why is it called a nor'easter when the weather actually arrives from the south or southwest?

Description : Why is it called a nor'easter when the weather actually arrives from the south or southwest?

Last Answer : It is moving to the North East

Do you think that nuclear war would stifle plans to reduce global warming, curtail settlement on other planets and lead to less globalisation of consumer products?

Description : Do you think that nuclear war would stifle plans to reduce global warming, curtail settlement on other planets and lead to less globalisation of consumer products?

Last Answer : I think this is something that we really need to try, to be sure. I think that any speculation about what would happen (or not happen) as a result of nuclear war is just pure spitballing. No ... billions of people would be dead but the environment would be much improved. The Sierra Club's wet dream.

How's the weather over there?

Description : How's the weather over there?

Last Answer : I am in NY today.. The 89 F here is much more uncomfortable than the 95 F in California on Saturday when I went running at noon.

Do you think they're making mountains out of mole hills about the weather again?

Description : Do you think they're making mountains out of mole hills about the weather again?

Last Answer : Don’t confuse weather with climate. Climate change refers to the worldwide, long term changes, which scientists have been tracking for years. And yes, changing our habits worldwide could delay the inevitable.

What is hydrocution?

Description : What is hydrocution?

Last Answer : Thanks for pointing this out. The take away message is: “Enter cold water gradually.”

Do some cities water plants during rain, and why?

Description : Do some cities water plants during rain, and why?

Last Answer : Probably to make sure that each has there designated amount of water as rain only covers the surface.

Will our Tweeter-In-Chief call today's record high temperature in Western NY an example of Global Warming?

Description : Will our Tweeter-In-Chief call today's record high temperature in Western NY an example of Global Warming?

Last Answer : Our sixth graduate will cluck and crow about how he’s smarter than all the scientists and generals, and members of Congress. He is singularly the smartest person he knows !! Just ask him.

Midwesterners in the frozen zone: are you ok? Please check in.

Description : Midwesterners in the frozen zone: are you ok? Please check in.

Last Answer : I live in a place that is 65 degrees. I texted my cousin in Chicago and she texted me back a picture of an upraised middle finger. I called my other cousin who is a farmer in Illinois and he is ... of Michigan had her pipes freeze up but the heat was working. She called a plumber and got it fixed.

What's the coldest temperature you have ever been out in? and where was it?

Description : What's the coldest temperature you have ever been out in? and where was it?

Last Answer : Well, I can’t really answer the question. I can tell you the coldest cold I’ve ever felt, but I didn’t stay out in it. And really, I haven’t spent the time outside in winter like I did as a kid so all the cold I experience is brief.

Does a little bit of rain or snow damage a building being constructed?

Description : Does a little bit of rain or snow damage a building being constructed?

Last Answer : Like mold.

Can you help me figure out if this is real, or the weather reporter is actually faking it?

Description : Can you help me figure out if this is real, or the weather reporter is actually faking it?

Last Answer : Snopes says it's real, but there is something about the kids that doesn't seem right to me. The wind doesn't seem to be blowing their clothes and they seem totally unaffected by it. They never go ... meridian. Their stroll doesn't seem to be actually natural for the scene but Snopes says I'm wrong.

Do we have any jellies in the path of Hurricane Florence?

Description : Do we have any jellies in the path of Hurricane Florence?

Last Answer : Yupper Doodles, Forecast is for Hurricane 1 or 2. We are about 120 miles inland from the coast. The wind forecast is 74 MPH to about 100 MPH. This is not going to be a parade with pretty hats. I don’t ear pretty hats. Rainfall up to 3 and half feet.

Is it snowing where you are?

Description : Is it snowing where you are?

Last Answer : Beautiful California Spring here in the Bay Area, should be gtting into the 70s to low 80s everyday here. @janbb This is the time to be visiting your family.