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Severe Storms

Thunderstorms form in cumulonimbus clouds called . Huge electric sparks, or , heats the air. This produces the named thunder. Thunderstorms usually feature strong winds and heavy . Thunderstorms begin when strong , or upward rushes of heated air, form inside clouds. Then the rising air rubs against the air going , building up static electricity. When the weather is hot and humid with a(n) front approaching, thunderstorms are probable. These conditions cause the warm air to rapidly.