How is global climate change expected to impact thunderstorm activity in the United States over the next century?
A) Climate change will have no definable impact on thunderstorm days.
B) Thunderstorm days are expected to decrease in the Southeastern United States.
C) More thunderstorms will occur in every state of the nation.
D) The environment necessary for severe thunderstorms will occur on more days for most locations east of the Rockies.

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According to research, the environment needed for severe thunderstorms, including the formation of large hail, tornadoes, and damaging winds, is expected to occur more frequently over the eastern two-thirds of the United States due to climate change. While the overall number of thunderstorm days may not increase, the potential for more intense and damaging storms will be higher.

How Is Global Climate Change Expected to Impact Thunderstorm Activity