Does the UK get tornadoes?
Yes! A tornado is a swiftly spinning column of air that connects a storm cloud to the ground. These powerful phenomena develop during highly unstable weather, often as a result of severe thunderstorms.
England experiences more tornadoes per square mile than any other nation, but most of these are relatively weak. |
The Met Office reports that approximately 30 tornadoes occur in the UK annually, with the majority being minor and fading away without causing major harm. Birmingham has seen its share of tornadoes over the years.