What Causes a ‘Tornado’ and How Is It Different from a ‘Hurricane’?

Tornadoes are like little whirlwinds that form in big thunderstorms, while hurricanes are giant spinning storms that happen over warm oceans. Tornadoes can be super fast and very small, but hurricanes last longer and cover much bigger areas.

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A tornado can tear a house apart in seconds, like a giant spinning wind funnel hitting the ground.
A hurricane can flood entire cities with its powerful winds and heavy rain, lasting for days.
Tornadoes are fast but small, you might see one on your way to school. Hurricanes are slow but huge, they can cover whole countries.

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