Storm Chasers

Storm Chasers (2007-2011)

EndedDocumentary show

Anyone who has seen "The Wizard of Oz" knows that an oncoming tornado is nothing to trifle with, but "extreme filmmaker" Sean Casey takes viewers right into the heart of Tornado Alley and inside the storms themselves to capture valuable research data and unprecedented footage

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Scheduleevery Sunday at 21:00 (60 min)

Recent Episodes

EpisodeNameAirdate
S05E08All Or NothingNov 10, 2011
S05E07The Storm WithinNov 3, 2011
S05E06Too Close To HomeOct 30, 2011
S05E05No Rest For The WearyOct 23, 2011
S05E04AftermathOct 16, 2011
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Frequently Asked Questions  Warning: Spoilers

When did the TV show 'Storm Chasers' premiere?

'Storm Chasers' premiered on October 17, 2007.

Who are the three teams that the show follows?

The three teams that the show follows are Sean Casey and the TIV team, Josh Wurman and his team, and Reed Timmer and his team.

What is Sean Casey's TIV?

TIV stands for Tornado Intercept Vehicle, which is a heavily armored vehicle equipped with multiple cameras and sensors.

What is the name of the mobile Doppler radar that Josh Wurman's team uses?

The name of the mobile Doppler radar that Josh Wurman's team uses is the DOW (Doppler on Wheels).

Which team has a custom-built truck with a hydraulically-operated base plate that drops to the ground and anchors the vehicle during storms?

Sean Casey's team has a custom-built truck with a hydraulically-operated base plate that drops to the ground and anchors the vehicle during storms.

What is Reed Timmer's educational background?

Reed Timmer has a Ph.D. in meteorology.

Which storm chaser team has two sisters, both meteorologists, as part of the team?

Josh Wurman's team has two sisters, both meteorologists, as part of the team.

What is the purpose of the data collected by the storm chasers?

The data collected by the storm chasers is used to better understand the formation and behavior of tornadoes and improve early warning systems.

What is the most common time of year for tornadoes to occur in the Great Plains region of the United States?

The most common time of year for tornadoes to occur in the Great Plains region of the United States is during the spring months of March, April, and May.

Which storm chaser team holds the record for the most tornadoes intercepted in a single day?

Reed Timmer's team holds the record for the most tornadoes intercepted in a single day, with 12 tornadoes intercepted on June 17, 2009.

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