Important Questions on Winds, Storms and Cyclones What is a thunderstorm? Name two important characteristics of thunderstorm. How does a thunderstorm become a cyclone? State any three precautions to be taken in case of a thunderstorm. State three precautions to be taken in a cyclone hit area. How will you help your neighbours in case cyclone approaches your village/town? Why is it advisable not to shut all the doors and windows during a storm? A flat in Mumbai with a balcony facing the sea has some clothes hung on a clothes line in the balcony. Towards which direction the clothes will be blown in the afternoon? Explain. Suggest some precautions to be taken to prevent the roof of a tin sheet from flying away during a fierce wind storm. 
