Definition of Severe Thunderstorm

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Severe Thunderstorm

The term 'Severe Thunderstorm' as it applies to the area of the weather can be defined as ' A thunderstorm that produces a tornado, winds of at least 58 mph (50knots), and/or hail at least 1' in diameter. Structural wind damage mayimply the occurrence of a severe thunderstorm. A thunderstorm wind equalto or greater than 40 mph (35 knots) and/or hail of at least 1' isdefined as approaching severe'.

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