This photo is a good illustration of the value of an extreme wide-angle lens, in this case a Canon FD 24mm f2.8 on an FTbN.
For an excellent discussion of cloud heights and types, along with tips on short-term weather forecasting based on your own observations of the sky, click here.
For a great and simple explanation of the mechanics of storm fronts, visit this page.
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