hook echo
Term · Meteorology and atmospheric science · MLC-T-MET-001305
A radar reflectivity pattern characterized by a hook-shaped extension of a thunderstorm echo, usually in the right-rear part of the storm (relative to its direction of motion). A hook often is associated with a mesocyclone, and indicates favorable conditions for tornado development.
| Identifier | MLC-T-MET-001305 |
|---|---|
| Field | Meteorology and atmospheric science |
| References | NWS Glossary |
Record as JSON
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"definition": "A radar reflectivity pattern characterized by a hook-shaped extension of a thunderstorm echo, usually in the right-rear part of the storm (relative to its direction of motion). A hook often is associated with a mesocyclone, and indicates favorable conditions for tornado development.",
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