'Rain bomb', mini tornadoes: Debunking Australia's greatest weather myths

Weather is widely considered one of the most discussed topics of conversation in the world, and since we all live in it everyone has an opinion on the subject.

However, meteorologic rhetoric in Australia, including from the media, can at times be inaccurate, misconstrued or just completely fictitious.

So, in no particular order, let's explore some of the most common atmospheric misconceptions that circulate when Australians are shooting the breeze.

Mini tornadoes and cyclones do not exist

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'Rain bombs' were invented by a mayor

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El Niño declarations are not a forecast

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Winds from the alps do not bring chills

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