Giant Tsunami-Shaped Clouds Roll Across Alabama Sky

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The discussion centers around the unusual appearance of giant tsunami-shaped clouds observed in Alabama, which sparked fascination and comparisons to fantastical imagery, such as scenes from Tim Burton films. Participants express awe at the clouds' bizarre shapes and share links to similar phenomena in the UK. There is a concern about the proximity of these clouds to recent tornado activity in the area. The conversation also touches on the scientific explanation behind such cloud formations, specifically referencing Kelvin-Helmholtz instability, which contributes to their unique characteristics. Overall, the thread highlights a mix of wonder and apprehension regarding these striking weather phenomena.
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I don't think we're in Kansas anymore...

Very weird
 
Wow, those clouds or so cool! Nice picture :!)
 
That's so bizarre! And cool!
 
Looks like something from a Tim Burton set, I love it!
 
just great. so now we're going to have tornadoes that are upside down.

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yikes, i just noticed that the line that those clouds are sitting on is right near where the tornado came through. it might have just been a bit north of that, but not by far.
 
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AlephZero said:
More strange clouds, in the UK. http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-leeds-16302606
Those are cool. We had a thread on clouds a few years ago, some were pretty scary. I think the lenticular coulds 6 of 7 is pretty scary.

Thanks for the link!
 
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