You must have often seen sudden changes in the weather. Like sometimes it starts raining suddenly in bright sunshine and sometimes strong storms come. There are some storms which the government has to take decisions to deal with. At the same time, you must have also heard the name of cyclone many times. But do you know how different cyclones are from common storms? If not, then let's know.
What are common storms?
A common storm is a local weather phenomenon that comes suddenly with strong winds, rain and sometimes hail. This storm usually affects a small area and calms down in a few hours. Common storms are caused by changes in local atmospheric pressure and usually occur in summer.
What are cyclonic storms?
A cyclonic storm is a large-scale weather phenomenon that occurs in tropical regions. It is also called a tropical cyclone. It is a low pressure area around which strong winds revolve. Cyclonic storms affect a very large area and can cause a lot of damage. Let us tell you that in this, stormy winds blowing at a speed of 150 to 250 kilometers per hour or more rotate around the center of a very low pressure area 30 to 100 feet below normal sea level pressure.
How are cyclonic storms formed?
Let us tell you that cyclonic storms form over warm sea water. When the sea water is heated, it forms vapor which rises and creates a low pressure area. This low pressure area pulls the surrounding air towards itself and a cyclone is formed. However, cyclonic storms can be very destructive. They can cause strong winds, heavy rains, storm waves and floods. These storms can destroy homes, buildings, crops and infrastructure. Apart from this, these storms can also cause loss of life and property.
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