Storm Chaser Journal

As May 2009 comes to an end, one thing is for sure….. its been a boring severe weather season in Tornado Alley. Last year, May recorded over 460 tornadoes. This year, May has only recorded a preliminary 213 tornadoes, with a revised count to likely be under 200. This has been especially trying for VORTEX2, [...]

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May 11, 2009: Heading back towards Tornado Alley. Things are looking up for activity this week. VOTEX2 will be in the region starting tomorrow, complete with over 40 chase vehicles! It will be interesting to see how we can all find a parking place along the highway — or a motel room later in the [...]

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April 24, 2009: Alamogordo, NM.
Hello everyone!
Departed Tucson on April 23, heading for Tornado Alley.
Looks like an interesting multi-chase day event setting up for at least the next 5-7 days. Do not get too many opportunities like this for prolonged chasing, day after day.  It is always exhausting, but a blast.
Will update soon.
Warren

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Report from Galveston:
September 12. 5:10 AM CDT.  Galveston, TX. Woke up by concussion of large waves crashing into seawall, with water spilling over the highway. Water level still has a way to go, maybe 5-6 feet. I think the expected 25 foot surge will top the wall(s) in some areas. Water appears (with night vision) [...]

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