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Storm Chasers
Legacy Name: Storm Chasers

The Storm Bumbus
Owner: Lighthouse

Age: 13 years, 1 month, 3 weeks

Born: February 23rd, 2011

Adopted: 13 years, 1 month, 3 weeks ago

Adopted: February 23rd, 2011

Pet Spotlight Winner
February 27th, 2018

Statistics

• Level: 4
   
• Strength: 14
   
• Defense: 10
   
• Speed: 10
   
• Health: 10
   
• HP: 10/10
   
• Intelligence: 2
   
• Books Read: 2
• Food Eaten: 0
• Job: Stock Worker

About Storm Chaser's first Chase

Hi, I'm Storm Chasers, but my friends call me Chase for short, I know what your thinking.Probably got the name cause I chase storms right? Nope, not all all.Its been my name since I was born.I pratically been chasing these things, since I was a wee little boy.Couple years ago, before I met my fellow team members, I was outside taking photos of this gi-normous thuderstorm brewing outside of Centropolis, I'd drive for a whlie, jump out, take a couple pictures, trying to find my perfect shot.I wasn't paying attention to what the storm was doing.When all of a sudden, it started poring.Then it started to hail, first pea sized, then dime sized, then baseball sized hail! One busted through my windshield and landed in my lap.Turns out I was face to face with a HP Supercell.(HP Means High Precipation) and a supercell is a cloud formation capable of producing severe thunderstorms.The center is the worst part, where violent updrafts can produce huge hailstones....to say nothing of Tornadoes.From that day on, I went from run of the mill photographer to top storm chaser for Subeta National Weather Service.

Come with me as I recall some of the most tragic tornadoes in history.

Gainsville, Georgia, 1936

On the Eve of 1936, a rare double tornado struck the town of Gainsville, Georgia.The Tornado was classified as an EF -4 Tornado.The storm basically tore the businessdistrict to shreds, killing 203 innocent souls.More than 1600 folk were injured that night.

Tri State Tornado

March 18th, 1925, one of the deadliest outbreaks in Tornado history, struck the states of Missouri, Illinois and Indiana.The storm was first spotted in Illinois and lasted nearly 7 hours on the ground.The strongest tornado, reaching EF-5 rating, the highest rating a tornado can be given.Sadly 747 souls lost their lives that night, and 1.5 billion in damage.What people don't realize is knowing the difference between a tornado watch and a tornado warning could save your life! Below is a a brief description, thanks to the national weather service.

Jouplin, Missouri, May 22nd 2011

On a Sunday afternoon, in May of 2011, the town of Jouplin, Missouri went about their business.Little did they know that mother nature would unlease a monster EF-5 tornado on their town.The Storm caused more 2.5 billion in damages, and killed 158 souls.Winds exceeded 200 MPH, one of the strongeest tornadoes to be recorded, unfortunately most folks weren't prepared.The Storm took them by suprises.But below is some helpful information to help you prepare, should you ever look the monster in the eye.

• Be Weather-Ready: Check the forecast regularly to see if you're at risk for tornadoes. Listen to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio to stay informed about tornado watches and warnings. Check the Weather-Ready Nation for tips.
• Sign Up for Notifications: Know how your community sends warnings. Some communities have outdoor sirens. Others depend on media and smart phones to alert residents of severe storms capable of producing tornadoes.
• Create a Communications Plan: Have a family plan that includes an emergency meeting place and related information. Pick a safe room in your home, such as a basement, storm cellar, or an interior room on the lowest floor with no windows. Check more ideas for your family plan here.
• Practice Your Plan: Conduct a family severe thunderstorm drill regularly so everyone knows what to do if a tornado is approaching. Make sure all members of your family know to go there when tornado warnings are issued. Don't forget pets if time allows.
• Prepare Your Home: Consider having your safe room reinforced. You can find plans for reinforcing an interior room to provide better protection on the Federal Emergency Management Agency website.
• Help Your Neighbor: Encourage your loved ones to prepare for the possibility of tornadoes. Take CPR training so you can help if someone is hurt.

Tuscaloosa, AL, 2011.

The 2011 storm season was certainly an active one, and Tuscaloosa had seen its share of the monster.The Storm Predicition team started monitoring a rapidly developing cyclone just outside of Tuscaloosa, Al.Shortly before 12 Noon, a large Wedge tornado formed.It caused. 2.4 bill in damage, and killed 64 souls.Though the storm only lasted an hour, its winds speeds reached a max of 190 MPH.Most of of us will never have to face such a storm, but if you follow the preparedness steps below, you can increase the likelyness of survival.

• Stay Weather-Ready: Continue to listen to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio to stay updated about tornado watches and warnings.
• At Your House: If you are in a tornado warning, go to your basement, safe room, or an interior room away from windows. Don't forget pets if time allows.
• At Your Workplace or School: Follow your tornado drill and proceed to your tornado shelter location quickly and calmly. Stay away from windows and do not go to large open rooms such as cafeterias, gymnasiums, or auditoriums.
• Outside: Seek shelter inside a sturdy building immediately if a tornado is approaching. Sheds and storage facilities are not safe.
• In a vehicle: Being in a vehicle during a tornado is not safe. The best course of action is to drive to the closest shelter. If you are unable to make it to a safe shelter, either get down in your car and cover your head, or abandon your car and seek shelter in a low lying area such as a ditch or ravine.

Moore, OK 2013.

This storm hits me hard.On May 20th, 2013 a destructive EF- 5 tornado, wrecked terror on the town of Moore Ok.It had touched down just northeast of Newcastle, and quickly developed into a monster capable of blowing a home off its foundation.Sadly 24 folks died, include reknowned storm chaser Tim Samaras and his son Paul Samaras.Their chase team was hit head on by the deadly storm.We miss him dearly.But he provided excellent tips in his life of chasing, below you can find them should you need them.

• Stay Informed: Continue to listen to local news or a NOAA Weather Radio to stay updated about tornado watches and warnings. Multiple rounds of thunderstorms capable of producing tornadoes are possible during severe weather outbreaks.
• Contact Your Family and Loved Ones: Let your family and close friends know that you're okay so they can help spread the word. Text messages or social media are more reliable forms of communication than phone calls.
• Assess the Damage: After the threat for tornadoes has ended, check to see if your property has been damaged. When walking through storm damage, wear long pants, a long-sleeved shirt, and sturdy shoes. Contact local authorities if you see power lines down. Stay out of damaged buildings. Be aware of insurance scammers if your property has been damaged.
• Help Your Neighbor: If you come across people that are injured and you are properly trained, provide first aid to victims if needed until emergency responders arrive.

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