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a strong downdraft from the thunderstorm
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Just a few minutes later, however, the balloon was reportedly caught in a downdraft and descended into some trees.
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With so much available moisture in our air, the downdrafts of any storms that develop will be able to tap into the greater supply of water vapor and transport more rain to the surface.
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1849
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1849
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