watersprouts

watersprout pics for today:

Waterspouts are similar to tornadoes - both are formed by air rushing into an area of low pressure, such as when cold air rushes into an area of warm air.

As the air converges, strong convection currents are formed and a funnel starts to form at the surface of the sea and extends vertically.

The water column in a waterspout is not drawn up from the sea but is caused by the condensation of water vapour around the low-pressure centre.

The average diameter of a waterspout is 50 metres and it has average wind speeds of up to 150 kilometres per hour.

Despite its appearance, water spouts in general are not dangerous.

This is because it dissipates as it grows closer to the shore as moisture is being cut off.

But while it is safe for people on shore, waterspouts can cause considerable damage to small boats

a short video-from CNA








Today's watersprouts...multiple ones!



a video of today's waterspouting


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