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Electrical theory of tornadoes draws expert debate
A long, clipped discussion surveys historical views on tornado electricity from 19th and early 20th century scientists. It notes observations of lightning inside funnels, debates by Vonnegut and others, and the idea that electrical winds could drive tornado formation, while acknowledging later refutations and ongoing inquiry.
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Cambridge
Mass
Kansas
Elmo
Thandstorm
United States
Oeert Hare
J. C. Spall
Peltier
Paris
J. P. Finkey
Scientia
Dr. Vonnegut