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Transverse Rolls - elongated low-level clouds, arranged in
parallel bands and aligned parallel to the low-level winds but
perpendicular to the mid-level flow. Transverse rolls are one type
of transverse band, and often indicate an environment favorable for
the subsequent development of supercells. Since they are aligned
parallel to the low-level inflow, they may point toward the region
most likely for later storm development.