Is storm chasing really like the movies?
The article explores the reality of storm chasing compared to its portrayal in movies. It features an interview with storm chaser Cyrena Arnold, who discusses the challenges and excitement of tracking tornadoes. The discussion highlights the differences between cinematic depictions and actual storm chasing experiences.
- ▪Storm chasing involves tracking severe thunderstorms where tornadoes are likely to form.
- ▪The United States experiences the highest frequency and most dangerous tornadoes in the world.
- ▪Peak tornado season in the Southern Plains occurs from May to early June.
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| Original publisher | Popular Science |
| Canonical URL | https://www.popsci.com/environment/what-is-storm-chasing-podcast/ |
| Publication time | Fri, 29 May 2026 16:07:37 -0400 |
| Retrieval time | 2026-05-29T20:10:02.997Z |
| Last seen | 2026-05-29T20:10:02.997Z |
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Storm chaser drives towards massive mesocyclone with lightning in Vivian, South Dakota. Image: Shutterstock Get the Popular Science daily newsletter💡 Breakthroughs, discoveries, and DIY tips sent six days a week. Email address Sign up Thank you! By signing up, you confirm you are 16+, will receive newsletters and promotional content and agree to our Terms of Use and acknowledge the data practices in our Privacy Policy. You may unsubscribe at any time. We’ve all seen the movies. Scientists gear up to chase tornadoes across the Oklahoma plains, competing with each other to get there first.
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