Tilted updraft

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A tilted updraft (also known as a tilted storm) is a thunderstorm which is not vertically erect.[1] This happens as a result of unidirectional wind shear, or a change in wind speed with height. In such an environment, the top of the updraft is pushed further downstream than the lower parts as a result of stronger winds pushing the top, as it is higher in the atmosphere. Storms that occur in environments with wind shear are more likely to be severe.[1]

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  1. ^ a b Michael Branick (March 11, 2008). A COMPREHENSIVE GLOSSARY OF WEATHER TERMS FOR STORM SPOTTERS. NWS - Norman. Retrieved on 2008-05-18.
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