Today, Explained Chasing the storm
May 29, 2024
Join storm chaser Aaron Rigsby, who merges journalism with extreme weather adventures, and Umair Orfan, a Vox correspondent analyzing unusual weather patterns. They dive into the increasing ferocity of storms in recent years, sharing gripping personal anecdotes from the field. The conversation highlights the profound impact of climate change on storm behavior, the urgency for preparedness, and the ethical dilemmas faced by those documenting nature's wrath. It's an exhilarating look at the beauty and terror of severe weather!
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Close Call in Iowa
- Aaron Rigsby had a close call with a tornado in Iowa, highlighting the calculated risks storm chasers take.
- They use radar and GPS to get close, prioritizing safety while capturing dramatic footage.
Journalist and Storyteller
- Rigsby views himself as a journalist, documenting the raw power of storms and their aftermath.
- He aims to educate the public and provide data for scientific study and improved building codes.
From Warehouse to Storm Chaser
- Rigsby turned his fear of storms into his passion, leaving a warehouse job in 2018 to chase storms full-time.
- With family support, he built a career working with Netflix and major news networks.