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What is Downburst?

A strong, downward wind caused by a localized column of air sinking rapidly, often resulting in damage similar to that caused by a tornado.

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The percentage of water vapor in the air relative to the maximum amount of water vapor the air can hold at a given temperature.

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The occurrence of storms resulting from the horizontal advection of cold air at high levels or the horizontal advection of...

A rapidly rotating column of air extending from a thunderstorm to the ground, capable of causing significant damage.

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