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The sudden volume of water delivered by a thunderstorm creates unique challenges:

: It is frequently accompanied by sudden temperature drops (caused by downdrafts), gusty winds, and occasionally hail. 3. Impacts on Infrastructure and Nature Gewitterregen

: It often begins abruptly with a "burst" of large droplets. The rain rate can exceed 30–50 mm per hour, which is much higher than standard rain. The sudden volume of water delivered by a

: As the air rises, it cools and condenses into massive Cumulonimbus clouds . These clouds can reach heights of over 10 kilometers, where temperatures are well below freezing. where temperatures are well below freezing.