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Today, Explained

Chasing the storm

May 29, 2024
27:01
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Aaron Rigsby, a storm chaser, discusses documenting extreme weather like tornadoes and hurricanes. Topics include the increasing intensity of storms due to climate change, ethical dilemmas of capturing storm footage, and the impact of climate change on hurricanes and heatwaves.
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Quick takeaways

  • Documenting extreme weather educates public and influences building codes.
  • Transitioning from a warehouse job to freelance storm chaser requires dedication and passion.

Deep dives

The Unpredictability of Tornado Season and Storm Chasing

Storm chaser Aaron Riggsby discusses the unpredictability of tornado season, highlighting a major tornado outbreak in Nebraska and Iowa with over 100 tornado reports. Riggsby recounts his close call with a massive tornado in Iowa, emphasizing the methodical and calculated techniques used in storm chasing to capture up-close tornado shots. He explains that capturing these images not only serves for marketability but also educates the public on the raw power and impact of tornadoes, influencing building codes and tornado resistance in the future.

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