Originally posted by Joel Wright
What causes an LP storm to form instead of an elevated supercell? Or are they essentially the same? Is it that everything needed to form a classic supercell comes together, with the exception of abundant moisture? My thought is the elevated supercell has a richer suply of moisture well above the surface, which is why it is based so high. I just don't understand how that can differentiate it from an LP.
I know all thunderstorms need the same basic ingredients to exist, but just take on different characteristics according to their environment.
I've seen plenty of powerfull elevated supercells in my area, but no LP's.