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thunderstorms  

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  • Thunderstorms are convection storms comprising cumulonimbus clouds that are accompanied by lightning and thunder and moderate to heavy precipitation. Additional attributes may include strong winds, hail, and/or tornadoes. [Source: Encyclopedia of Geography; Thunderstorms]

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