Thunderstorms are capable of growing higher than the cruising altitude of airplanes, and twice the height of Mt. Everest.

Knowing how thunderstorms develop and identifying cloud formations can help you prepare for whatever the weather brings. “Everything is bigger in Texas,” and thunderstorms in the state are no ...

Stronger winds in the upper atmosphere contribute to the tilted appearance of a thunderstorm cloud. Directional shear induces a rolling motion in the lower atmosphere. When that air is warmed and ...

Understanding how to identify distinct types of thunderstorm clouds can give you a significant advantage in preparing for severe weather season in Texas. Even observing how the wind behaves ahead ...

They are capable of growing higher than an airplane flies and taller than ... of Freedom Tower in New York City. As the storm matures, the clouds grow taller. On average, thunderstorm clouds ...