Becoming A Storm Chaser

About Dr. Reed

The host of the hit show Storm Chasers for four seasons, Dr. Reed Timmer has been chasing tornadoes, hurricanes, blizzards, and wildfires his entire life. His fascination with extreme weather led him to earn a PhD in meteorology from the University of Oklahoma, naturally situated in the heart of Tornado Alley. For decades he’s been roaming the country in a series of custom storm-chasing vehicles named “Dominator,” educating the world on weather safety and the causes of some of nature’s most powerful weather events.

About the class

What is it like chasing the world’s most powerful storms? How do storm chasers stay safe in the middle of swirling winds, sharp hailstones, and violent storm surges? And what should students do to be ready when it’s their turn to chase storms? Join world-famous chaser Reed Timmer for an action-packed exploration of how chasers track down their next storm, prepare for safety and stay calm amidst chaos, and capture both exhilarating video and valuable scientific data to make the danger worth the trip.