Meteorologists: Leave storm chasing to the experts

[Dan Robinson]

I've seen this article making the rounds as the latest anti-chaser spiel, but I didn't find it to be all that bad. If anything, *we* are the experts on storm structure and meteorology out there in the field. If anything, it's a nod toward us and against the opportunistic/locals saying that only the knowledgeable and experienced should be out there. Although I'm sure not all will agree with that assessment.

Meteorologists: Leave storm chasing to the experts

Although it may sound like a job for adrenaline junkies, it's more serious than that. Storm spotters at across the state work with our meteorologists to keep you safe during severe weather.

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[rdale]

It's just one of those "don't do this yourself, tune in to our station and we'll keep you safe" type of promo stories. Nothing legit.

 

[JamesCaruso]

Worthless fluff piece. Poorly written, spelling errors, etc. Agree it’s basically telling the locals to stay home and not risk their lives getting pictures. Not really attacking “real” storm chasers, whether amateur or professional.

 

[Randy Jennings]

Re: "Some have degrees in meteorology and spotting." Which College/University offers degrees in spotting? I'd like to sign up,.

 

[Shane Adams]

It's probably more of a "Do you drive a $60,000 tricked out, wrapped chase ride?" EXPERT.
"Do you have 15 years or more experience than the chaser in the $60,000 tricked out chase ride_but_drive a 20-year-old beater?" AMATEUR