<ul><li>Powerful winds that create dust storms, blizzards, and more are caused by changes in air pressure from high to low pressure regions.</li><li>Air moves based on pressure differentials, with greater differences resulting in faster winds.</li><li>Earth's rotation causes winds to spiral around areas of high and low pressure.</li><li>Pressure gradients, influenced by Earth's round shape and rotation, lead to strong winds.</li><li>The jet stream, strong winds at high altitudes, affects surface winds with its waves and variations.</li><li>Changes in pressure over distance create pressure gradients, which cause winds to spiral around pressure systems.</li><li>Strong winds from high to low pressure can lead to dust storms, wildfires, tornadoes, and blizzards.</li><li>Local factors like terrain and thunderstorms can intensify winds, with tornadoes having some of nature's strongest winds.</li><li>Tornado winds are associated with intense pressure gradients and may reach speeds of 300 mph.</li><li>Overall, powerful winds result from air seeking stability between high and low pressure areas.</li></ul>

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