The Associated Press reports that  the death toll for the monster tornado ( EF5 packing 200-m.p.h. winds)  in Joplin, Missouri  on Sunday May 22 has risen to at least 139. That makes this the deadliest year for tornadoes since 1953, based on an assessment of figures from the National Weather Service. If the death toll does stand at 139, it would place this year’s tornado death toll at 520. Until now, the highest recorded death toll in a single year was 519 in 1953.

Beyond the news accounts of these tragic events – is the question “WHY?”   Why do these things happen? What causes Storms?  To prepare for our Wednesday night study, please think through the following options:

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