There are about 100,000 thunderstorms each year in the U.S. alone, but only around 10% of these reach severe levels. So what does it mean to be a “severe thunderstorm?'
CLEVELAND — Across the world, there are roughly 16 million thunderstorms each year, and at any given moment, approximately 2,000 thunderstorms are happening. There are about 100,000 thunderstorms each year in the U.S. alone, but only around 10% of these reach severe levels.A Severe Thunderstorm has three criteria that make it severe and a threat to life and property.
A thunderstorm is classified as “severe” when it contains hail at one inch or greater , winds gusting more than 58 mph or higher , or any tornado.Want the latest Power of 5 weather team updates wherever you go? Download the News 5 App free now: Apple|AndroidClick here to view our interactive radar.Mark Johnson: Facebook & Twitter
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