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A thunderstorm is a weather condition characterized by lightning, thunder, and heavy rainfall. These atmospheric disturbances can be intense, sudden, and potentially dangerous.

Thunderstorms typically form when warm, moist air rises and meets cooler air. The rising warm air cools, and the water vapor it contains condenses into clouds. As the cloud grows larger, it can develop an electrical charge. The electrical charge then creates lightning, which travels from the cloud to the ground, or from one cloud to another.

Thunder is caused by the sudden expansion of air that occurs when lightning heats the surrounding air. Thunder can often be heard up to ten miles away from the point of the lightning strike.

Thunderstorms can generate very strong winds, hail, and flash floods. The National Weather Service defines a severe thunderstorm as one that produces wind gusts of at least 58 miles per hour, hail at least one inch in diameter, and/or a tornado.

It is important to take precautions during thunderstorms to avoid injury or damage to property. If outside during a storm, seek shelter indoors or inside a vehicle. Avoid open fields, tall trees, and standing bodies of water. Stay off of corded phones and away from plumbing, as they can conduct electricity.

In conclusion, thunderstorms are fascinating natural occurrences but can be dangerous. When experiencing a thunderstorm, it is important to understand the potential hazards they pose and take precautions accordingly.