Central Illinois Skywarn: Not Reached Ground


Correct. A funnel cloud is a tornado that has not reached the ground.

Actually, it is touching down that "converts" a funnel cloud into a tornado. However, tornado warnings are issued both for funnel clouds and tornadoes on the ground. I suppose tornado warning sounds more dramatic than funnel warning.

But, being serious, when a tornado warning is issued for your area, take cover immediately.

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