funnel cloud
noun
: a funnel-shaped cloud that projects from the base of a thundercloud and that often precedes the formation of a tornado
also
: tornado sense 1a
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If a funnel cloud is spotted move indoors and report your sighting to the National Weather Service.
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Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2025
There were reports, not immediately confirmed, of funnel clouds striking the ground near Cammack, west of Muncie in the Yorktown area, as well near Nebo Road and Indiana 28.
—Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 3 Apr. 2025
About two weeks ago, on May 20, funnel clouds reported near the Quad Cities airport forced travelers to take cover in the basement and federal air controllers to leave the glass tower that overlooks the landing strips.
—Evan Bush, NBC news, 6 June 2025
Conditions are favorable for the development of weak, brief funnel clouds.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 10 June 2025
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Ca Weather Bot, Sacbee.com, 2 July 2025
There were reports, not immediately confirmed, of funnel clouds striking the ground near Cammack, west of Muncie in the Yorktown area, as well near Nebo Road and Indiana 28.
—Katie Wiseman, IndyStar, 3 Apr. 2025
About two weeks ago, on May 20, funnel clouds reported near the Quad Cities airport forced travelers to take cover in the basement and federal air controllers to leave the glass tower that overlooks the landing strips.
—Evan Bush, NBC news, 6 June 2025
Conditions are favorable for the development of weak, brief funnel clouds.
—Southern California Weather Report, Oc Register, 10 June 2025
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“Funnel cloud.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/funnel%20cloud. Accessed 18 Jul. 2025.
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