Question

During the night, you woke up to strong rains and wind. You’re not exactly sure which kind of storm occurred. In the morning, you see that a tree in your yard is split in two. This is the only damage and debris in the area.

What type of storm most likely caused the damage?

cyclone
hurricane
thunderstorm
tornado

Answer 1

Based on the description of strong rains and wind accompanied by a split tree as the primary damage with no widespread debris in the area, a **thunderstorm** is the most likely cause of the damage. Thunderstorms often bring strong winds and heavy rain, which can result in localized damage such as splitting trees. While tornadoes can also cause similar damage, they typically produce more widespread destruction and debris. Cyclones and hurricanes usually affect larger areas and would likely cause more significant damage.