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Derecho Wind Storm FAQ
http://www.spc.noaa.gov/misc/AbtDerechos/derechofacts.htm
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This document provides facts about windstorms called derechos and shows examples of major derecho events that have occurred in North America.
Intended for grade levels:
  • Primary (K-2)
  • Middle (6-8)
  • High (9-12)
  • College (13-14)
  • College (15-16)
  • Graduate / Professional
  • General public
Type of resource:
  • Text:
    • Ref. material
Subject:
  • Atmospheric science
  • Climatology
  • Natural hazards
Technical requirements:
No specific technical requirements, just a browser required
Cost / Copyright:
No cost
Copyright Storm Prediction Center
DLESE Catalog ID: DLESE-000-000-010-437
Resource contact / Creator / Publisher:
Publisher: National Weather Service
Storm Prediction Center
http://www.spc.noaa.gov/