Freelance science journalist Sushmita Pathak, an expert on tornado geography, joins guest host Berly McCoy to discuss Tornado Alley, home to around 1,200 tornadoes each year. They dive into why this region sees so many more tornadoes than other parts of the world, attributing it to geographical factors. Pathak contrasts conditions in Central South America, revealing intriguing disparities. The duo also examines the impact of climate change on tornado activity, highlighting the complexity of environmental influences beyond just increasing temperatures.
