I remember waking up from a nap in my dorm one afternoon to my phone buzzing. I looked and saw it was a tornado warning and told people in my hall to get to the center of the building. All of them basically said that it pointless to even react because “nothing was going to happen.” Technically, they were right. The tornado was only on the ground for a few minutes in the next town over. However, I find it interesting how people can be so passive to tornado warning. Deadly tornados may not be as common. But it’s never a good idea to tempt fate with them. Panic. No. Be respectful of nature’s power. Yes.
they either haven't been through one, or are just dumb. (no offense, but i really don't like it when people don't take tornado warnings seriously. the reason the death toll in the Joplin EF5 is because people didn't take the warning seriously.)
Dr. Orf was my professor when I got my met degree 15 years ago. This is insane to see how far the computer power and detail has improved over the years. Kudos to both of you for working together in this.
@Moon Shine I don't think it's necessarily that the scientist is toning it down but just that he's capable of punching even higher and more technically if he wanted or needed to, whereas maybe Hank is on the upper end of his capability when discussing it (but who knows, he could know way more than he seemed to indicate even here). But the difference between speaking in loads of technical terms when there's a good reason to and just being a pretentious dick is important, and yeah they're right where they need to be at their level of discourse.
@Moon Shine No. Yourself being less educated in this topic, does not mean the bar should lowered for you, or others like you. It means you recognize the bar is higher than your understanding, so you must learn and seek the knowledge to better understand this. By being here you’re already showing interest in meteorology/ geography. It’s what I’ve done. I’ve had a few videos of his where I’ve said “what does that mean” and I then simply do my own research. I now can confidently spot storms, chase storms and can read radar imagery more than I ever could have thought possible. Hank has a direct, and informative approach to these videos. And I’m thankful for them.
For some reason I have subtitles on. and while they are mostly on point, I got a chuckle at around 1:45 when "violent tornado" read as "smiley tornado"
Finally a video that transcends pure chase and cuts to real, understandable analysis of true Supernatural Earth phenomena... It's been a great ride full of enjoyment watching all of your videos but I have to say I think it's time you took the next step forward.... I'm ready to see Hank in a suit and tie on the television... Complete with ponytail... Who's with me??
Pecos Hank that all depends on who you ask... Whether we are live streaming or broadcasting, I'm sure there is a place for you at the top... You've earned it!
That was really cool. So much of the supercomputer's 'theoretical' tornadogenesis is collaborated by your videos. You may not be a scientist in the purest sense, but you *are* contributing to science in a very *real* sense, and that's more than can be said about the vast majority of people.
This is nice looking and all but this is obviously ran on a script programmed by someone. The only thing that can project something like this are quantum computers with A.I. intelligence. But even then it's totally not done all by a computer. The data isn't just put in a computer and "bam" there's a tornado. There is still a program made by someone who coded it to run the simulation. This isn't new information at all. The same is done with all forecast models for years now.
@@benjy117 of course there is a script below, which is the part containing the laws of physics and making the variables evolve in time to produce the simulation. However you are not right saying that this was not new at the time it came out, weather forecast models cannot resolve such small spatial scales at such a high time frequency. Moreover, larger scale phenomena are much less turbulent than the interior of a supercell, here turbulence in the supercell is simulated directly, while in global and regional models is only parameterized.
@@benjy117 No shit, it's a computer model. Also, you seem to not understand what your talking about. Even quantum computers and AI and programmed by someone. That doesn't make the model any less valid though. What would a model without a script even be good for? It'd just be a black box. The whole point of models is to validate the laws you theorize to govern the system.
Wondering has there been an update to this in the four years that have passed? This already looks amazing. I imagine there's been some progress since then.
Hank, just because you don't have a piece of paper that says your a Dr doesn't mean you're not a Scientist, you are a Scientist my friend, and thank you for all of your hard work 😊 ❤️ 🙏
It's so he doesn't get demonetized. One vid had giant "Tomatoes" instead if tornadoes. There were issues w/YT demonetizing his vids for specific words , I don't know if Hank ever sorted them out, but changing the subtitles was one step.
I really appreciate the fact that you make an effort to include a visual reference and label exactly what you're talking about it really just shows that you want to help your viewers who may not be so knowledgeable of the terminology and it really helps with understanding what you're talking about.
This was so helpful to me. I've loved tornadoes and tornadogenesis for years but wrapping my head about how the theory translates into what I see, not so much. Seeing it listed out here, with the different parts marked both on the model and on the video footage, was super helpful for me.
People don't appreciate the small difference between tornado watch and tornado warning. The simulation graphics are absolutely fantastic...... thanks for making them available, Hank :)
I had to pick my jaw up multiple times during this FANTASTIC animation. WOW, is about all I can say. This was educational on a level that I for one don't understand but it makes sense at the same time. Killer video Hank, thanks for blowing my mind. Safe travels and happy trails sir. Happy Thanksgiving to you.
Woooowwww.... That cold pool discovery is amazing! I had to rewatch that segment 4 times to wrap my head around it (pun intended?). The models and footage side by side was truly a gift to see. I found myself saying "yes, uh huh. I see that". Thanks @Pecos Hank for all the chasing you do. (And yes you ARE a scientist!)
He definitely is a scientist. Remember, Tim Samaras was a high school graduate. No higher education. Never attended a minute of college. Self taught in everything that he did. No one would doubt that he was a scientist in every sense of the word. Same goes for Hank.
Maybe the content of the air(gases of the periodic table) can account for the reason one supercell creates a tornado and one does not. As in some are heavier and some are liter.
This was the most educational video of yours I’ve seen this far. This really taught me so much about tornado genesis. I didn’t think I’d comprehend as much as I did but you and your guest explained it very well.
The fact that this program spits out such accurate models simply by crunching the real data points is insane to me. I can’t even think of another scientific advancement in this field since velocity radar that has the potential to help so much with understanding these storms. Incredible.
The future has to be feeding it real time data of a developing super cell with an algorithm to predict the next 30 mins by using thousands of historical supercells. The data has to be recorded, though. Otherwise, this is never going to go anywhere more. It looks very possible given how good this modeling already is.
I learned SO MUCH from watching this video. I'm going to watch this several times because it will help me watch for those telltale signs of tornado formation. Thank you!!!!!!
This was amazing! The fact that you have such good footage to compare to the simulations is invaluable to confirm the accuracy of the models. I've actually studied engineering physics with focus on numerical methods and supercomputer programming in particular. Very inspiring to see one way that it can be used!
Donna Cloud, Hi, Donna. I understand why it's a good idea to always take cover. I was born in Joplin years ago and, even though we now live in Northern Missouri, Joplin is still my "hometown" and I love it. On May 22, 2011, we saw video and TV coverage of the tornado in 2011, and were horrified at the damage. We were not able to visit until 2012, and saw that the tornado missed the house I was born in by 1 1/2 blocks. I learned to swim at the old Cunningham park. It was so sad to see the massive destruction of homes and businesses that had been there for years. We'll be in Joplin this summer for a high school reunion across in Kansas. Lots of changes in the 4-state area. I don't like to go back each year and remember how it used to be. You, too, stay safe. :0) Donna B.
Your narration pulls everything together, you inspire me to pursue my dream of stormchasing, and I hope that someday I'll be able to thank you in person, love you man!
What I really appreciate about Dr. Orf is how good of a job of explaining his findings in approachable, layman's terms. A lot of sciencists get very excited and get a bit too technical, but I felt like I could follow this well for someone who doesn't know much about atmospheric science!
Really like that you break these storms down with an explanation easy enough for anyone to understand. I saw tornadoes in a whole different way until I came across your channel. I've learned more than I thought possible. Thank you for the hard work in making the videos and for giving so selflessly in working to gather more scientific studies that can one day be used to prevent loss of life and property
You know what I like about Pecos Hank videos? He's caring and his vids don't have that herky jerky camera footage that a lot of others do. I appreciate his professionalism and the fact that he helps people and critters!!!
Watching this again, for the n.th time. Towards the end PH says, "I'm not a scientist". Well, maybe yes maybe no, he'd know better than I. But what he absolutely is, is an artist. From his music to his photos and videos of storms. The thing that stands out about his photography, still or motion, is its artistry, its beauty. They are always invariably hauntingly beautiful. It takes a real eye, it takes an artist's soul, to be able to do that. There are many other storm chasers or storm photographers out there, but only a handful whose output can compare to Pecos Hank's. (I can barely take a still photo myself - been all over the world and I have an extensive collection of photos of my thumb.)
@Dj d Yes, coloration and form/shape are dramatically different in a tornadic storm. Its not always noticeable, especially if its rain wrapped, but its there.
Wow hank that Dr. Leigh Orf guy was super down to earth. What an amazing scientist and guest on your channel. I look forward to seeing any kind of collaborative work that you guys do and I think he also is super lucky to have you help him. I know you said your no scientist but there are only a handful of people that have gone out and filmed tornadoes at your level of understanding. Your a good man hank. Keep it real my friend.
that's awesome Hank, you're not only getting cool videos you're contributing to our understanding of these storms and who knows someday you may be listed as one of the contributors to a Nobel prize ;)
I live a good life, but this is the most amazing thing I have seen/experienced this week. A great idea, interview, comparison between field observations and laboratory work. Thanks for your enthusiasm and great material, Hank.
@@phalanxbrrt8747 WHERE?HOW can I find live VELOCITY on Dopplar radars on my local TV statons/and/or/ my nearest NEXRAD Radar NWS??? Where and How??? PLEASE HELP ME PLEASE,,,,, PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I've watched this video countless number of times and it's still the greatest comparison video of real to simulated I've ever seen. Just great work between science and actual footage. Best I've ever seen.
I really love this sort of stuff, stats, charts, etc. I'll be going to school for meteorology next year, really looking forward to it! Awesome video, makes me want to see these sorts of things in person(at a safe distance of course!).
Chuck congrats on going to meteorology / college! And you're in for a treat; witnessing one of these incredible shows of nature is awe inspiring.. We never want to see any harm to anything or person, but be warned; the adrenaline and the senses are definitely "over-loaded" you may find yourself addicted! Words can't describe all the things; sensations; and again adrenaline you're going to experience.. One humble piece of advice if you don't mind.. Stay storm aware, and have your escape routes pre planned... Storms can be VERY sporadic.. And dangerous.. Stay safe, and enjoy! Best of luck! Peace, Nic G.
That's a silly position to take. This guy's model reflects reality - but he's made no predictions from it. If he starts predicting tornado outbursts based on supercell formation, and he gets it wrong 100% of the time, why would you trust his model?
Did you know most scientists disagree with climate change? It may surprise you, but that test where they say "most scientists agree" was an echo chamber, with the ones that disagree filtered out, and there's tons of scientific evidence debunking it.
The clip starting at 0:36 is by far the most eerie to me. The violence coupled with the ominous background, as well as the radar truck likely being the one providing the crucial data necessary to give this monster the EF5 rating that it earned with the radar estimated wind speeds. Absolute nightmare fuel
What a perfect pairing: the guy who lives to photograph tornadoes up close and the guy who lives to model them on a supercomputer. Brains + collaboration + "the greater good" = amazing human progress. I look forward to more from this collaboration.
Another amazing presentation! Easily one of the best and most informative explanations of tornado formation out there. Thanks for sharing, Hank! Keep up the awesome work, bud.
Like cancer, I believe that there are multiple scenarios for tornado genesis. Looking for just one "magic bullet" may have hindered our understanding of how tornadoes develop.
That would certainly explain why there are cyclonic and anticyclonic tornadoes, which must develop entirely differently I would think. So I agree with you.
Hey Hank, how's it rockin buddy? This was a great video and demo of Dr Orf's computer model animations and I'm curious to see what his computer model would have shown for the El Reno tornado from 2013. I heard the size of that tornado was upgraded from 2.6 to 4.1 miles wide, but I'm not sure if that is accurate or true, but one thing that I could quickly see from the videos of that tornado at the organising stae was that the whole area of rotation for that tornado was alot bigger than anyone could have realised that day.
Leigh Orf that is awesome and I would love to see an animation of it with the completed results. When I heard about the Hallam, NE tornado from May 22nd, 2004 that grew to 2 1/4 miles wide, I had tried various experiments with the info and swirl ratios and noticed that in the rare extremely large tornadoes it seemed to be a common theme that the suction vortices would generally have a much longer, sometime a continuous life span for most of the parent tornado’s mature phase and I was mostly suspect of this being as a result of the tornado’s info and rotation speed being influenced and potentially enhanced by rfd winds, but of course from what your model shows to me about ground level circulation makes sense. Great work indeed sir and if I may, it would be great to subscribe to your channel to keep a look out for any future animations and case studies.
Leigh Orf yes, I personally came to the conclusion that mesocyclones can do have multiple tornadoes in them and as has been shown in many chase video footage over the years, that multiple vortex tornadoes are already dangerous at any time, but a situation where 80% of the tornado is a rain wrapped clear air wind field, then the recipe for potential disaster is so much higher. One of the things I would love to see happen is for there to be an even further advanced version of apparatus such as the mobile Doppler radars being available to scientist that are capable of scanning and recording data, dew points, inflow temperatures and wind speeds at the base and mid level ranges of the tornado that the current DOWs are unable to scan. The amount of data involved for just one particular storm would be mind blowing for most people, including myself, but as you had mentioned in your weather channel interview, the better the technology for super computers improves and the more manageable and accessible the data is made available in the correct format or coding, then the better it would be for good people like yourself to essentially use that data and create new animated models that would help give a much bigger, better and clearer understanding of the ins and outs of tornado formation and likelihood from one supercell to another. Much respect to you on your modelling and helping to further knowledge and understanding to help save lives, which is always the main goal for all the research. Much respect to you Leigh and I sure hope there will be funding to keep your research and model building going forward.
I've watched this video so many times and it is very informative. Really enjoy this type of videos from Hank and Leigh. I've developed my own theory about the cold air versus the warm. Cold air is more easily condensed compared to warm air. It seems that would allow the air from the cold pool to be more easily compressed into a tight rotation there for allowing it to rotate much easier compared to the warm air which would be more easily sperated and harder to keep in tight rotation because of how easily it would spread. Just a thought.
This is the best content for laypeople about the science of supercell storms and tornadoes ever produced (period). This is just a great UA-cam channel. Thank you sir.
Is there actually someone who dislikes Hank?? He's so chilled and matter of fact/nature/animal-loving guy; how not like him? He's got THE best footage accompanied by his good narration-voice. His video's git soul and he touches people as everyone can read in the comments in ALL of his video's.. capturing the imagination... AWESOME. Hank thanks so much for your video's. Stay safe and happy trails
This video made me really like you and your channel. For bringing valuable information to understand the Super Cell formation! To the science and weather community. Plus your personal first-hand experience of 20 years I think that this was a no-brainer...!
How does anyone give this a thumbs down? All of this scientific information and amazing videos of storms and as of now a thousand people give it a thumbs down. Welcome to the millineal world where people love to hate instead of appreciate. Haters will hate anything even facts about mother nature....
Hank I was wondering if anyone has ever shot a tornado with a thermal camera simultaneously? Would it be sensitive enough to differentiate between the warm and cold air flows? Just wondering. Keep it up man and stay safe.
I deeply appreciate a storm chaser doing this not for the adrenalin rush, but because you find storms fascinating and beautiful. And, as a bonus, you want to understand them, help us understand them, give scientists data to help them improve their models, and do what you can to help inform and protect people. I've learned as much from some of your 5 to 6 minute videos as I have from full length Discovery Channel documentaries. And while you acknowledge and include the impact of these storms on people's lives, I never have the feeling you're dwelling on other's misfortunes for voyeuristic entertainment. Thank you. Please take care. You have good equipment, a brain and a lot of experience, but every now and then you get close enough I start thinking of Tim Samaras!
I am glad people are still commenting on this and supporting the two of them. I believe I watched this video shortly after it came out, 2 1/2 years ago...
I'm going with documentary. A little too much geek factor for a typical Joe's pure entertainment. Weather computers are amongst the most comples, powerful computers in the world. Leaving the most scientifically inclined programmers to program them. Weather models are in my opinion are the most complex models known to science. Far too complex for even the most talented scientists to perfectly understand and simply create a program model to fit the sheer amount of data needed to simplify any results at the end of the day. Far too many variables to be considered. My hat is off to the meteorologists working these thesis. Keep up the good work. It will eventually save countless lives.
fluid dynamics is so fascinating. I wonder how complex the physical model used to build that simulation actually is! Thank you so much for this video, I love this stuff.
6:25 Storm Theory. Loving this, and I wish there was more of it. I'd love to actually have a look at one of these in person, to observe for myself, these various quirks, Aelita's work...
I remember waking up from a nap in my dorm one afternoon to my phone buzzing. I looked and saw it was a tornado warning and told people in my hall to get to the center of the building. All of them basically said that it pointless to even react because “nothing was going to happen.” Technically, they were right. The tornado was only on the ground for a few minutes in the next town over. However, I find it interesting how people can be so passive to tornado warning. Deadly tornados may not be as common. But it’s never a good idea to tempt fate with them. Panic. No. Be respectful of nature’s power. Yes.
they either haven't been through one, or are just dumb. (no offense, but i really don't like it when people don't take tornado warnings seriously. the reason the death toll in the Joplin EF5 is because people didn't take the warning seriously.)
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Agreed. I always respect tornado warnings (and even tornado watches). I’m never going to gamble with Mother Nature, because she will always win.
I'd rather take shelter for "nothing" than risking my life through ignorance because you never know...
They probably just want to look cool for not caring about something dangerous lmao
Dr. Orf was my professor when I got my met degree 15 years ago. This is insane to see how far the computer power and detail has improved over the years. Kudos to both of you for working together in this.
MAARSMAAAANNNN!!!! How the heck are you :)
Dr. Orf!!!!
I’m doing amazing. Always an honor to hear from you. The met degree has been useful even in my current work!! Keep it up
😮 sheesh I'm going to be a storm chaser. Any ideas???
@@Mikeyeditzzs bring a towel
I love how Hank can totally keep up with the atmospheric scientist and knows all the jargon. What an instructive and fun to watch video, kudos!
@Moon Shine I don't think it's necessarily that the scientist is toning it down but just that he's capable of punching even higher and more technically if he wanted or needed to, whereas maybe Hank is on the upper end of his capability when discussing it (but who knows, he could know way more than he seemed to indicate even here). But the difference between speaking in loads of technical terms when there's a good reason to and just being a pretentious dick is important, and yeah they're right where they need to be at their level of discourse.
@Moon Shine No. Yourself being less educated in this topic, does not mean the bar should lowered for you, or others like you. It means you recognize the bar is higher than your understanding, so you must learn and seek the knowledge to better understand this. By being here you’re already showing interest in meteorology/ geography.
It’s what I’ve done. I’ve had a few videos of his where I’ve said “what does that mean” and I then simply do my own research. I now can confidently spot storms, chase storms and can read radar imagery more than I ever could have thought possible. Hank has a direct, and informative approach to these videos. And I’m thankful for them.
For some reason I have subtitles on. and while they are mostly on point, I got a chuckle at around 1:45 when "violent tornado" read as "smiley tornado"
Hank actually had go go back and change the subtitles when they say stuff like violent😂
JackTR21 lol
Super silt tornadoes
0:30 a griller is on the ground
Evan Forst lol I just noticed that
Finally a video that transcends pure chase and cuts to real, understandable analysis of true Supernatural Earth phenomena... It's been a great ride full of enjoyment watching all of your videos but I have to say I think it's time you took the next step forward.... I'm ready to see Hank in a suit and tie on the television... Complete with ponytail... Who's with me??
Isn't TV dead?
Pecos Hank that all depends on who you ask... Whether we are live streaming or broadcasting, I'm sure there is a place for you at the top... You've earned it!
I barely watch tv.....I don't even know what i'm sayin' at this point but hi...
But he teaches and communicates it all so well dontcha think>???
Ahhh..."supernatural??"
I learn so much about tornadoes from Pecos Hank, he's gotta be my favorite tornado UA-camr
You are everywhere
I keep seeing you! 😂😂
I always see you in a comment lol
Nice to see you like tornado videos too
*Ah,a fellow man of culture*
People: please an ef1
Nature: 5 take it or leave it
Renegade Art I would leave it
@@krysta.6470 both of these comments made me laugh really hard lmao
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this video is one of the most interesting i've ever seen on tornadoes. it deserves millions of views
oh yea for sure
It finally got the millions of views
a million and a half.!!!!
2.3 Million, share it on FB and other media everyone! :D
This video is still mind-blowing years later. Thanks Hank for putting this together and also to Dr. Orf and team for the models
Who needs National Geographic when you have pecos Hank
Indeed!
Reality shows suck...
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Nicholas Barranco I don't think Pecks Hank will fit on my bedside table.
That was really cool. So much of the supercomputer's 'theoretical' tornadogenesis is collaborated by your videos. You may not be a scientist in the purest sense, but you *are* contributing to science in a very *real* sense, and that's more than can be said about the vast majority of people.
Appreciate it 42
This is nice looking and all but this is obviously ran on a script programmed by someone. The only thing that can project something like this are quantum computers with A.I. intelligence. But even then it's totally not done all by a computer. The data isn't just put in a computer and "bam" there's a tornado. There is still a program made by someone who coded it to run the simulation. This isn't new information at all. The same is done with all forecast models for years now.
@@benjy117 of course there is a script below, which is the part containing the laws of physics and making the variables evolve in time to produce the simulation. However you are not right saying that this was not new at the time it came out, weather forecast models cannot resolve such small spatial scales at such a high time frequency. Moreover, larger scale phenomena are much less turbulent than the interior of a supercell, here turbulence in the supercell is simulated directly, while in global and regional models is only parameterized.
@@benjy117 No shit, it's a computer model. Also, you seem to not understand what your talking about. Even quantum computers and AI and programmed by someone. That doesn't make the model any less valid though. What would a model without a script even be good for? It'd just be a black box. The whole point of models is to validate the laws you theorize to govern the system.
Wouldn't that mean he's a scientist in the purest sense?
Wondering has there been an update to this in the four years that have passed? This already looks amazing. I imagine there's been some progress since then.
i looked it up, Dr. Leigh Orf has his own youtube channel where he posts occasional updates- "Leigh Orf's Thunderstorm Research"!
This channel deserves so many more subs.
oh yea for sure
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Oh my goodness, this is one of the most informative videos I've seen on the subject. Thank you gentlemen!
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Gi the same thing as tornado
Hank, just because you don't have a piece of paper that says your a Dr doesn't mean you're not a Scientist, you are a Scientist my friend, and thank you for all of your hard work 😊 ❤️ 🙏
“Everything’s deployed, everything’s grilled” - subtitles, 2019
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"Despite early warnings nine people lost their wives" what is wrong with these subtitles
It's so he doesn't get demonetized. One vid had giant "Tomatoes" instead if tornadoes. There were issues w/YT demonetizing his vids for specific words , I don't know if Hank ever sorted them out, but changing the subtitles was one step.
I really appreciate the fact that you make an effort to include a visual reference and label exactly what you're talking about it really just shows that you want to help your viewers who may not be so knowledgeable of the terminology and it really helps with understanding what you're talking about.
Yes! 😊
Love your profile pic lol you have arms
my friend died ages ago I was so sad
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This was so helpful to me. I've loved tornadoes and tornadogenesis for years but wrapping my head about how the theory translates into what I see, not so much. Seeing it listed out here, with the different parts marked both on the model and on the video footage, was super helpful for me.
Not a meteorology major but I'd love to take a class with this guy
Ive seen over 60 tornadoes, so I'm A stormchaser.... but Hank is THE storm chaser. Best videos on chasing available
Appreciate it Scott. Only a few cold months to go.
Truth/word
Same and I concur!
Scott Sims your lucky...?
Same Scott I'm one to.
0:51 What would have happened to the truck from "Twister" IRL.
My brain keeps a little free room just to store Pecos Hank video's/info. *thanks for the lesson! :)
The way he identified each component of the doc's simulations and then showed video of him capturing exactly that was brilliant. Great video.
People don't appreciate the small difference between tornado watch and tornado warning.
The simulation graphics are absolutely fantastic...... thanks for making them available, Hank :)
Hank is my go-to procrastination UA-cam-Channel, his videos are so good, they just put me into a trance :D
Wait if I watch Hank I don't need to do school work 🤔🤔
1:54, "Every Spring scientists risk their *wives* hoping to collect the data needed."
Well then...
I was gonig to say he meant "lives", but realized what you posted works, too. :-)
because they are so hard at work in the spring..... and of course the wives always say "you never spend any time with me anymore".....
MrMus TangMan good analogy lolol
No I hear lives
@@LethalNxmba Same
Those tornado sirens raise my hair, I don't know whether I get excited about the drama or scared for people's lives.
I'm a simple person. I see Pecos Hank, I click.
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I had to pick my jaw up multiple times during this FANTASTIC animation. WOW, is about all I can say. This was educational on a level that I for one don't understand but it makes sense at the same time. Killer video Hank, thanks for blowing my mind. Safe travels and happy trails sir. Happy Thanksgiving to you.
Happy thanksgiving HiDog. I spent some time on this video so it means a lot to have feedback like this.
Santa has already delivered an early present for you!
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Woooowwww.... That cold pool discovery is amazing! I had to rewatch that segment 4 times to wrap my head around it (pun intended?). The models and footage side by side was truly a gift to see. I found myself saying "yes, uh huh. I see that". Thanks @Pecos Hank for all the chasing you do. (And yes you ARE a scientist!)
He definitely is a scientist. Remember, Tim Samaras was a high school graduate. No higher education. Never attended a minute of college. Self taught in everything that he did. No one would doubt that he was a scientist in every sense of the word. Same goes for Hank.
What can I say Hank, always a production of the highest quality. See you out there. You get one angle, I'll get the other (Nice Stable footage.. ok?)
You can always shoot some time lapse down there and then flip it in post so that it spins the right way ;)
Very bloody funny.
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Maybe the content of the air(gases of the periodic table) can account for the reason one supercell creates a tornado and one does not. As in some are heavier and some are liter.
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Ik my comment is late, but this simulation is getting me a tad hyped at the possibility of finally understanding super cells :DD
Spring is near....
I’m here almost a year after you getting hyped!
This was the most educational video of yours I’ve seen this far. This really taught me so much about tornado genesis. I didn’t think I’d comprehend as much as I did but you and your guest explained it very well.
The fact that this program spits out such accurate models simply by crunching the real data points is insane to me. I can’t even think of another scientific advancement in this field since velocity radar that has the potential to help so much with understanding these storms. Incredible.
The future has to be feeding it real time data of a developing super cell with an algorithm to predict the next 30 mins by using thousands of historical supercells. The data has to be recorded, though. Otherwise, this is never going to go anywhere more.
It looks very possible given how good this modeling already is.
I learned SO MUCH from watching this video. I'm going to watch this several times because it will help me watch for those telltale signs of tornado formation. Thank you!!!!!!
This was amazing! The fact that you have such good footage to compare to the simulations is invaluable to confirm the accuracy of the models. I've actually studied engineering physics with focus on numerical methods and supercomputer programming in particular. Very inspiring to see one way that it can be used!
I leave east of Joplin. We ALWAYS take cover! Keep up the excellent work and stay safe! 🌀⚡☔
Donna Cloud, Hi, Donna. I understand why it's a good idea to always take cover. I was born in Joplin years ago and, even though we now live in Northern Missouri, Joplin is still my "hometown" and I love it. On May 22, 2011, we saw video and TV coverage of the tornado in 2011, and were horrified at the damage. We were not able to visit until 2012, and saw that the tornado missed the house I was born in by 1 1/2 blocks. I learned to swim at the old Cunningham park. It was so sad to see the massive destruction of homes and businesses that had been there for years. We'll be in Joplin this summer for a high school reunion across in Kansas. Lots of changes in the 4-state area. I don't like to go back each year and remember how it used to be. You, too, stay safe. :0) Donna B.
Donna Blackman what rate did it get
@@juicebox8281 EF5
There is a tornado emoji 🌪
@@starlingbaez6681 no ☁️
Look. 🌪
Your narration pulls everything together, you inspire me to pursue my dream of stormchasing, and I hope that someday I'll be able to thank you in person, love you man!
See you one day under the meso Kolton. I appreciate people like you commenting.
Gabriel
Are you storm chasing yet?
What I really appreciate about Dr. Orf is how good of a job of explaining his findings in approachable, layman's terms. A lot of sciencists get very excited and get a bit too technical, but I felt like I could follow this well for someone who doesn't know much about atmospheric science!
Really like that you break these storms down with an explanation easy enough for anyone to understand. I saw tornadoes in a whole different way until I came across your channel. I've learned more than I thought possible. Thank you for the hard work in making the videos and for giving so selflessly in working to gather more scientific studies that can one day be used to prevent loss of life and property
You know what I like about Pecos Hank videos? He's caring and his vids don't have that herky jerky camera footage that a lot of others do. I appreciate his professionalism and the fact that he helps people and critters!!!
Watching this again, for the n.th time. Towards the end PH says, "I'm not a scientist". Well, maybe yes maybe no, he'd know better than I. But what he absolutely is, is an artist. From his music to his photos and videos of storms. The thing that stands out about his photography, still or motion, is its artistry, its beauty. They are always invariably hauntingly beautiful. It takes a real eye, it takes an artist's soul, to be able to do that.
There are many other storm chasers or storm photographers out there, but only a handful whose output can compare to Pecos Hank's. (I can barely take a still photo myself - been all over the world and I have an extensive collection of photos of my thumb.)
Some people: *Heres tornado siren* It’s probably nothing
Me: sees weird shaped cloud well it’s raining. DUCK AND COVER ITS A TWISTER
Caffeinated Squirrel Animation 😂😭😂
I do that too
I did that until I saw a real one. It's pretty remarkable.
@Dj d Yes, coloration and form/shape are dramatically different in a tornadic storm. Its not always noticeable, especially if its rain wrapped, but its there.
Wow hank that Dr. Leigh Orf guy was super down to earth. What an amazing scientist and guest on your channel. I look forward to seeing any kind of collaborative work that you guys do and I think he also is super lucky to have you help him. I know you said your no scientist but there are only a handful of people that have gone out and filmed tornadoes at your level of understanding. Your a good man hank. Keep it real my friend.
It's an honor collaborating with Dr. Orf. If you get a chance, check out his other videos and lectures. Mind Blowing! Happy holidays Matthew.
that's awesome Hank, you're not only getting cool videos you're contributing to our understanding of these storms and who knows someday you may be listed as one of the contributors to a Nobel prize ;)
I live a good life, but this is the most amazing thing I have seen/experienced this week. A great idea, interview, comparison between field observations and laboratory work. Thanks for your enthusiasm and great material, Hank.
It's an honor being able to work with Dr. Orf. Glad you appreciate it. Thanks Thomas.
This makes me want to study meteorolgy
@@weatherphobia bruh
Whenever we have a bad storm in NC or somewhere else me and my buddy literally pull up velocity, and Doppler radars to see how bad it is
kloudy kate, do it! I'm not even in college yet me and my dad are amateur storm chasers. Just watch chaser training!
@@phalanxbrrt8747 WHERE?HOW can I find live VELOCITY on Dopplar radars on my local TV statons/and/or/ my nearest NEXRAD Radar NWS???
Where and How??? PLEASE HELP ME PLEASE,,,,, PLEASE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
CRACKLES MCFARLEY if you want Doppler and velocity you have to download a this app called my radar and get the pro version should be like 1.99
I've watched this video countless number of times and it's still the greatest comparison video of real to simulated I've ever seen. Just great work between science and actual footage. Best I've ever seen.
I really love this sort of stuff, stats, charts, etc. I'll be going to school for meteorology next year, really looking forward to it! Awesome video, makes me want to see these sorts of things in person(at a safe distance of course!).
You need to binge watch Dr. Orf's videos. Mind Blowing!
Chuck congrats on going to meteorology / college! And you're in for a treat; witnessing one of these incredible shows of nature is awe inspiring.. We never want to see any harm to anything or person, but be warned; the adrenaline and the senses are definitely "over-loaded" you may find yourself addicted! Words can't describe all the things; sensations; and again adrenaline you're going to experience.. One humble piece of advice if you don't mind.. Stay storm aware, and have your escape routes pre planned... Storms can be VERY sporadic.. And dangerous.. Stay safe, and enjoy! Best of luck!
Peace,
Nic G.
Chuck congrats man I will be doi ng so as well soon enough. Good luck to you
Chuck I just got accepted to the University of Oklahoma, and I am going into Meteorology as well!!! Where are you going to school next year?
aaaaaaannd THAT is why I trust scientists, and not politicians, when it comes to issues about our Climate.
Thanks for the video, Hank!
That's a silly position to take. This guy's model reflects reality - but he's made no predictions from it. If he starts predicting tornado outbursts based on supercell formation, and he gets it wrong 100% of the time, why would you trust his model?
Did you know most scientists disagree with climate change? It may surprise you, but that test where they say "most scientists agree" was an echo chamber, with the ones that disagree filtered out, and there's tons of scientific evidence debunking it.
Kakyoin Noriaki Yeah right... Show your source.
What about scientist politicians?
The clip starting at 0:36 is by far the most eerie to me. The violence coupled with the ominous background, as well as the radar truck likely being the one providing the crucial data necessary to give this monster the EF5 rating that it earned with the radar estimated wind speeds. Absolute nightmare fuel
I haven't watched these in ages, just got a notification. Love your videos, keep it up.
Welcome back Frisk.
Hank, you always have the best content along with being very informative. you make learning fun and interesting.
Mission accomplished! Thank Paul.
I have watched your video's many times . I was wondering if you could kill a super cell with a lot of cold air from above?@@PecosHank
Argument sold ! 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼
I'd vote for funding ORF research !
What a perfect pairing: the guy who lives to photograph tornadoes up close and the guy who lives to model them on a supercomputer.
Brains + collaboration + "the greater good" = amazing human progress. I look forward to more from this collaboration.
Another amazing presentation! Easily one of the best and most informative explanations of tornado formation out there. Thanks for sharing, Hank! Keep up the awesome work, bud.
Hank has a catch phrase its "Here it is." He says it in ALMOST all of his videos.
Like cancer, I believe that there are multiple scenarios for tornado genesis. Looking for just one "magic bullet" may have hindered our understanding of how tornadoes develop.
I think most scientists agree. Dr. Orf has stated many times that he's focusing on the violent long track variety vs the little transient ones.
That would certainly explain why there are cyclonic and anticyclonic tornadoes, which must develop entirely differently I would think. So I agree with you.
Hey Hank, how's it rockin buddy?
This was a great video and demo of Dr Orf's computer model animations and I'm curious to see what his computer model would have shown for the El Reno tornado from 2013.
I heard the size of that tornado was upgraded from 2.6 to 4.1 miles wide, but I'm not sure if that is accurate or true, but one thing that I could quickly see from the videos of that tornado at the organising stae was that the whole area of rotation for that tornado was alot bigger than anyone could have realised that day.
Leigh Orf that is awesome and I would love to see an animation of it with the completed results.
When I heard about the Hallam, NE tornado from May 22nd, 2004 that grew to 2 1/4 miles wide, I had tried various experiments with the info and swirl ratios and noticed that in the rare extremely large tornadoes it seemed to be a common theme that the suction vortices would generally have a much longer, sometime a continuous life span for most of the parent tornado’s mature phase and I was mostly suspect of this being as a result of the tornado’s info and rotation speed being influenced and potentially enhanced by rfd winds, but of course from what your model shows to me about ground level circulation makes sense.
Great work indeed sir and if I may, it would be great to subscribe to your channel to keep a look out for any future animations and case studies.
Leigh Orf yes, I personally came to the conclusion that mesocyclones can do have multiple tornadoes in them and as has been shown in many chase video footage over the years, that multiple vortex tornadoes are already dangerous at any time, but a situation where 80% of the tornado is a rain wrapped clear air wind field, then the recipe for potential disaster is so much higher.
One of the things I would love to see happen is for there to be an even further advanced version of apparatus such as the mobile Doppler radars being available to scientist that are capable of scanning and recording data, dew points, inflow temperatures and wind speeds at the base and mid level ranges of the tornado that the current DOWs are unable to scan.
The amount of data involved for just one particular storm would be mind blowing for most people, including myself, but as you had mentioned in your weather channel interview, the better the technology for super computers improves and the more manageable and accessible the data is made available in the correct format or coding, then the better it would be for good people like yourself to essentially use that data and create new animated models that would help give a much bigger, better and clearer understanding of the ins and outs of tornado formation and likelihood from one supercell to another.
Much respect to you on your modelling and helping to further knowledge and understanding to help save lives, which is always the main goal for all the research.
Much respect to you Leigh and I sure hope there will be funding to keep your research and model building going forward.
I just have to comment on this again. I learned so much from this video and it was honestly just amazing. A+
I've watched this video so many times and it is very informative. Really enjoy this type of videos from Hank and Leigh. I've developed my own theory about the cold air versus the warm. Cold air is more easily condensed compared to warm air. It seems that would allow the air from the cold pool to be more easily compressed into a tight rotation there for allowing it to rotate much easier compared to the warm air which would be more easily sperated and harder to keep in tight rotation because of how easily it would spread. Just a thought.
You combine beauty and chaos in the most sophisticated kind of way,love your videos man.
Couldn't get here fast enough when I saw the notification. ..... Love your videos Hank! .... I love showing your chanel to friends and family.
Happy Holidays friend.
And to you and yours as well !
This is the best content for laypeople about the science of supercell storms and tornadoes ever produced (period). This is just a great UA-cam channel. Thank you sir.
Fascinating. Thanks for sharing. I see a lot of useful data coming from this collaboration. Good luck.
Cheers Skip.
Oh yeah, I reallly like your originals as soundtracks too.
Is there actually someone who dislikes Hank?? He's so chilled and matter of fact/nature/animal-loving guy; how not like him? He's got THE best footage accompanied by his good narration-voice. His video's git soul and he touches people as everyone can read in the comments in ALL of his video's.. capturing the imagination... AWESOME. Hank thanks so much for your video's. Stay safe and happy trails
It is really cool to see this collaboration! Two scientists working together! One works in a lab and one works in the field!
This video made me really like you and your channel. For bringing valuable information to understand the Super Cell formation! To the science and weather community. Plus your personal first-hand experience of 20 years I think that this was a no-brainer...!
One of the more interesting videos I have watched today. Thanks for another quality video Hank!
Jpower Hi
How does anyone give this a thumbs down? All of this scientific information and amazing videos of storms and as of now a thousand people give it a thumbs down. Welcome to the millineal world where people love to hate instead of appreciate. Haters will hate anything even facts about mother nature....
Hank I was wondering if anyone has ever shot a tornado with a thermal camera simultaneously? Would it be sensitive enough to differentiate between the warm and cold air flows? Just wondering. Keep it up man and stay safe.
Loved that you put your own footage along side the simulation!
I deeply appreciate a storm chaser doing this not for the adrenalin rush, but because you find storms fascinating and beautiful. And, as a bonus, you want to understand them, help us understand them, give scientists data to help them improve their models, and do what you can to help inform and protect people.
I've learned as much from some of your 5 to 6 minute videos as I have from full length Discovery Channel documentaries. And while you acknowledge and include the impact of these storms on people's lives, I never have the feeling you're dwelling on other's misfortunes for voyeuristic entertainment.
Thank you. Please take care. You have good equipment, a brain and a lot of experience, but every now and then you get close enough I start thinking of Tim Samaras!
Excellent job. I always give you credit when I'm out on a herp trip and spout off tornado facts. That Dr. Orf is one cool cat.
smetlogik did you say my name ??
Dr. Orf is a 'cool cat', but you're THE COOL CAT!
MY FAVORITE GUY IS BACKKKK!!!
I am glad people are still commenting on this and supporting the two of them. I believe I watched this video shortly after it came out, 2 1/2 years ago...
That central Oklahoma area like Moore and el rino is such a tornado magnet
Ikr
Tanner Alabama also is Bull’s-eyes by ef5s
Someone: "Please no tornadoes!!"
Nature:"Well then. Here is a ef5". Edit:dang I didn’t know I would get this many likes
XD
is this a EF5?
EF5
More like.
Humans: Man fuck mother nature. It's too hot.
Nature: You said you wanted an ef5 right? ight, I got you.
@@jessie762 Some nice wind to cool the place down.
5:14 this has got to be one of the most awe-inspiring shots of a tornado I’ve seen. A true force of nature. Respect
I feel like I'm watching a movie. Who else feels like they're watching a movie?
my profile pic is my life right now me
A documentary movie, yes.
I'm going with documentary. A little too much geek factor for a typical Joe's pure entertainment. Weather computers are amongst the most comples, powerful computers in the world. Leaving the most scientifically inclined programmers to program them. Weather models are in my opinion are the most complex models known to science. Far too complex for even the most talented scientists to perfectly understand and simply create a program model to fit the sheer amount of data needed to simplify any results at the end of the day. Far too many variables to be considered. My hat is off to the meteorologists working these thesis. Keep up the good work. It will eventually save countless lives.
Wow! This was so informative! Thanks for the amazing visuals. It made learning fun and the video easier to understand ! 🙏🏼
This guys work is better then any other that I've seen, he deserve more recognition, much love keep doing what you do
Finally, some intelligence on UA-cam. Will wonders never cease? That’s okay because I always click on Pecos Hank.
I learn so much from your videos than any other similar ones. This is incredible information and I love all the work you put into these. Thank you.
“Why one super cell produces smiley tornadoes.” - subtitles 2019
This is amazing As usual great job Hank
Thanks for all the heads up EAS.
This video was awesome! Would love to see more like this! Stay wild Hank!
fluid dynamics is so fascinating. I wonder how complex the physical model used to build that simulation actually is! Thank you so much for this video, I love this stuff.
you need a tv show period.
THIS IS SO DOPE BRO.. too bad this season hasn't brought much action for you to see hank....Pecos Hank is a tornado legend
Spring is coming...
"Despite early warnings, nine people lost their wives"
I saw that too
I remember you were at 80k subscribers to such a long time, and now you’re at 156k! Great job Hank! Keep it up!
Will do Stuff. Thanks for watching again.
Pecos Hank you’re welcome, Hank
Its great to see that maybe we are finally getting somewhere with the science and the knowledge behind why and how tornados form!
Excellent video!
I am a severe weather and tornado junkie, Pecos Hank is the only storm chaser/scientist I follow I follow. Thanks again for another great video Hank
I love your videos! Tornadoes are very interesting but you are very brave to chase them!
Pixie WolfPL ikr they r so scary and dangerous I’m glad I live in Northern Ireland we have a rare chance of getting one
0:08 That view is so scary.
Yet super cool.
This was brilliant, thank you so much. Great discussion, graphics, really helps to get a better understanding. Many thanks to you both 😊🙏
6:25 Storm Theory. Loving this, and I wish there was more of it.
I'd love to actually have a look at one of these in person, to observe for myself, these various quirks, Aelita's work...
At 8 minutes you describe the foundations of a Birkeland current. The cold makes sense.
WHAT an awesome service you provide here Mr. Pecos.
Just love it when i scroll throgh my videos and i just see another pecos hank vid, damn these are good everytime