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  • How common are December tornadoes in the US and why are they so dangerous?

    Dec 14, 2021 8:30 am by Lois YoksoulianExpert Viewpoints
    atmospheric sciences professor and department head (Robert) Jeff Trapp. Photo by L. Brian Stauffer

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    • atmospheric sciences professor and department head (Robert) Jeff Trapp. Photo by L. Brian Stauffer

    Even though December tornadoes are rare, they pose a significant threat because of their unexpectedness and tendency to occur after sunset while people are sleeping, unaware of the impending danger, says Professor (Robert) Jeff Trapp.