THE MOST INSANE TORNADO VIDEO ever captured in Westmoreland, Kansas

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  • Опубліковано 29 кві 2024
  • Powerful tornado forms just west of Westmoreland, Kansas and destroys the north side of town. Powerful roar. #Tornado funnel tied in knots with destructive jet-like winds at grown level. Team Dominator in full intercept mode

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  • @Hi98765
    @Hi98765 5 днів тому +51

    NOT clickbait HOLY CRAP.... thats the wildest tornado footage ive ever seen. bravo brave mofos

    • @ReedTimmerWx
      @ReedTimmerWx  5 днів тому +6

      Thank you!!

    • @elev8yall
      @elev8yall 4 дні тому +2

      Yall get close close!!🤯🤩😍

    • @peterc504
      @peterc504 3 дні тому

      @@ReedTimmerWx Was there anyone in that house?

  • @joshhothan2476
    @joshhothan2476 18 днів тому +1601

    My mother's best friend, Ann Miller, was the lone fatality in this tragedy. She was a kind soul and a member of a wonderfully tight-knit community, the kind that I hope everyone can experience someday. She will be dearly missed. ❤

    • @ImGinaMarie
      @ImGinaMarie 17 днів тому +90

      So very sorry for your mother's loss! 💔

    • @juneramirez8580
      @juneramirez8580 17 днів тому +57

      So sorry for your loss during this storm.

    • @kdawson020279
      @kdawson020279 17 днів тому +29

      My condolences. I used to live in Pottawatomie County when I was going to school, in St. George. I am very sorry for your loss.

    • @patriciastaton6182
      @patriciastaton6182 16 днів тому +11

      🎉❤🎉🙏🏾

    • @wrennknits6048
      @wrennknits6048 16 днів тому +25

      May her memory be a blessing ❤

  • @charlesbrown4483
    @charlesbrown4483 20 днів тому +2028

    Not only is this one of the “cleanest” tornadoes I’ve ever seen but it also has the most intense curl I think I’ve ever seen. Just wow! Incredible footage, thank you Reed & team.

    • @rosewetzel8284
      @rosewetzel8284 20 днів тому +15

      Agreed but still no EF5 tornadoes yet unfortunately

    • @user-tr8yk1ku8m
      @user-tr8yk1ku8m 20 днів тому +200

      @@rosewetzel8284 Unfortunately!? What are you crazy????

    • @billrobbins5874
      @billrobbins5874 20 днів тому +14

      Terrifying to see. Do hope you will remain safe.

    • @Maplelust
      @Maplelust 20 днів тому

      @@rosewetzel8284 scumbag.

    • @rosewetzel8284
      @rosewetzel8284 20 днів тому +30

      @@billrobbins5874 Well it’s terrifying and mesmerizing to see yet beautiful at the same time

  • @libertyvilleguy2903
    @libertyvilleguy2903 13 днів тому +224

    No clickbait, no hyperbole, no exaggeration. Stunning footage.

    • @ezraangel1449
      @ezraangel1449 11 днів тому

      PIN THIS COMMENT TO THE TOP OF THE COMMENT SECTION

    • @mikehess9213
      @mikehess9213 11 днів тому +9

      @@ezraangel1449 but lots of debris big debris

    • @4houndswhoheal479
      @4houndswhoheal479 9 днів тому +1

      But obnoxious narrative throughout.

  • @EternallyThankful-os6pz
    @EternallyThankful-os6pz 15 днів тому +217

    This actually truly IS some of THE best tornado footage ever seen...being almost directly underneath that curved vortice - without a bunch of rain , darkness or debris obstructing the detail was amazing - thanks for posting this !

    • @kravitz1999
      @kravitz1999 15 днів тому +4

      I totally said the same thing! I thought it was click bait, but then I was like WOW! that was one demonic looking vortice!

    • @Kivuh
      @Kivuh 14 днів тому +1

      Discrimination in any form, including in the housing market, is not only morally wrong but also illegal. When it comes to buying homes, everyone should have the right to equal access to housing opportunities regardless of their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, or disability.
      Here are some key points to emphasize when explaining why it is never okay to discriminate against people when it comes to buying homes:
      1. **Fair Housing Laws**: In the United States, the Fair Housing Act was enacted to protect individuals from discrimination in housing-related transactions. This law prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, national origin, sex, familial status, or disability.
      2. **Equal Opportunity**: All individuals should have the same opportunities to purchase homes in the neighborhoods of their choice. Discrimination denies individuals the ability to live where they desire and can perpetuate segregation.
      3. **Ethical Considerations**: Treating others with respect and fairness is a fundamental ethical principle. Discrimination based on race or any other characteristic goes against these principles and harms individuals, communities, and society as a whole.
      4. **Legal Consequences**: Discrimination in housing is illegal and can lead to severe legal consequences for individuals, businesses, or organizations found guilty of such practices. Penalties can include fines, lawsuits, and damage to reputation.
      5. **Creating Inclusive Communities**: Building inclusive communities where people from diverse backgrounds can live and thrive benefits society as a whole. Embracing diversity enriches neighborhoods and fosters a sense of belonging for all residents.
      6. **Education and Awareness**: It is important to educate people about fair housing laws and promote awareness about the harmful effects of discrimination. By spreading awareness, we can work towards a more just and inclusive society.
      In conclusion, it is essential to uphold the principles of fairness, equality, and respect for all individuals when it comes to buying homes. Discrimination has no place in the housing market or any other aspect of society, and we must strive to create a world where everyone is treated with dignity and fairness.::

    • @ifalone
      @ifalone 13 днів тому +6

      @@Kivuh um

    • @user-du4ky2fy7q
      @user-du4ky2fy7q 12 днів тому +1

      No wonder why houses are so cheap in Kansas...

    • @scruffypupper
      @scruffypupper 12 днів тому +5

      @@Kivuh What does that have to do with anything?

  • @caseyrenee9074
    @caseyrenee9074 20 днів тому +306

    I live in this town. It’s truly devastating, people lost their lives due to this tornado & their houses. We have no school tomorrow so we can help clean up, please pray for everyone & their families.

    • @sherry8894
      @sherry8894 20 днів тому +12

      I'm so sorry your town went through this. So sad lives were lost!!!

    • @brianwade879
      @brianwade879 20 днів тому +4

      🙏🙏🎗️

    • @mapleext
      @mapleext 17 днів тому +4

      Incredibly scary!!!

    • @juneramirez8580
      @juneramirez8580 17 днів тому +5

      Prayers coming your way!

    • @emilyflotilla931
      @emilyflotilla931 16 днів тому +1

      Prayers continue.

  • @ColoradoMntn1222
    @ColoradoMntn1222 20 днів тому +1227

    OMG, my cousin and cousin-in-law just lost their home from that tornado and barely made it out with their pets. This is terrifying.

    • @Fire369Fly
      @Fire369Fly 20 днів тому +71

      Glad everyone is ok. I am down the road from Westmoreland and our warning siren went off, too.

    • @theakkusor
      @theakkusor 20 днів тому +23

      @Fire369Fly im on the NE side of manhattan and just now hearing about this, nothing but a sunny day here. Hope everyone is ok.

    • @user-oq2wx4el2p
      @user-oq2wx4el2p 20 днів тому +12

      OMG again. 😢

    • @petgranny194
      @petgranny194 20 днів тому +16

      Glad they made it out.

    • @SRockwell
      @SRockwell 20 днів тому +13

      Very sorry.

  • @why6212
    @why6212 15 днів тому +201

    I'm glad he shouted "BIG DEBRIS!" the whole time. Otherwise I wouldn't have noticed the big debris near that tornado.

    • @QuarkTwain
      @QuarkTwain 11 днів тому +19

      "HEY HECTOR! HEY! HEY HECTOR! HECTOR!"
      "WHAT?"
      "TORNADO!"

    • @robertogobbo7917
      @robertogobbo7917 10 днів тому +12

      Here comes the Roar!

    • @Queen16333
      @Queen16333 9 днів тому +10

      lol! Great video… but please guys, calm your enthusiasm. Debris! Debris ! De-plane! De-plane!

    • @pattymelt-go3fv
      @pattymelt-go3fv 9 днів тому +2

      Impossible to get the whole image in frame...just way too close?
      And that's not criticism.

    • @pattymelt-go3fv
      @pattymelt-go3fv 9 днів тому +1

      6:45 ....Is that actual diamond deck wrapped around that tree?? like 1/8 inch or 1/4 inch?

  • @DunderMifflinPaperCo.
    @DunderMifflinPaperCo. 8 днів тому +5

    Tornados will forever be one of the most frightening and beautiful things I've ever seen. They are awe inspiring and nerve racking at the the same time. Thank you for taking the risks for us so you could share this very photogenic tornado.

  • @pixiwix
    @pixiwix 20 днів тому +1055

    Not gonna lie, I expected this to be click bait... But without exaggerating, this really is the most insane tornado footage ever. Great job!

    • @tyflexum8714
      @tyflexum8714 20 днів тому +59

      Nothing Reed posts is clickbait. Dudes been thugging it out since 1999 when he caught incredible close range footage of the 99 May 3 Moore F5

    • @RobsMiscellania
      @RobsMiscellania 20 днів тому +12

      It would be on most other channels, but this is Reed Timmer's channel, so uploads are always legit.

    • @Chris-hy6jy
      @Chris-hy6jy 20 днів тому +2

      Why would you lie?

    • @babyhithakar6132
      @babyhithakar6132 20 днів тому +9

      Trust me Reed and his team are the real deal. No click bait here

    • @pirrracy
      @pirrracy 20 днів тому +5

      This is actually quite lame compared to another tornado video from years ago.

  • @LandonBell11
    @LandonBell11 20 днів тому +483

    Some of the most amazing tornado footage I have ever seen. No hyperbole.

    • @TheLittlered1961
      @TheLittlered1961 20 днів тому +12

      This year I have seen some of the most photogenic tornadoes I have ever seen in my life. Not rain rapped or wedge. These stove pipe tornadoes are truly beautiful. Sadly they are also very destructive..

    • @brianwade879
      @brianwade879 20 днів тому +1

      I agree 👍 💯 PERCENT

    • @thesuperiorshave
      @thesuperiorshave 19 днів тому

      real talk

    • @ubangiestomp
      @ubangiestomp 10 днів тому

      BIG debris!!!!

  • @rightturnclyde5273
    @rightturnclyde5273 17 днів тому +152

    I live here. And am so proud to be in a small town. 2 days after the tornado they were turning away volunteers and donations. Because we take care of our own, and had too many. Small towns have a pride that is indescribable. I love it.

    • @Splittingatoms21
      @Splittingatoms21 15 днів тому +17

      People that live in a path of a tornado, and rebuild in the path of a tornado are idiots

    • @emcee_spokesman
      @emcee_spokesman 15 днів тому +6

      The power of collectivism 🤝 So much stronger than individualism 💪

    • @TG-bz3wu
      @TG-bz3wu 15 днів тому +20

      @@Splittingatoms21 except that'd include entire states where tornados are possible. At this point there is no safe place from climate destruction chaos

    • @selcouth86
      @selcouth86 14 днів тому +22

      @@Splittingatoms21 People gotta live. Nowhere is 100% safe. Tornados, hurricanes, earthquakes, blizzards, war, etc. Pick your poison.

    • @iVETAnsolini
      @iVETAnsolini 14 днів тому +5

      @Splittingatoms21 So what’s that say about everyone that lives along the gulf coast…… hurricanes. Or people that keep building in forest fire zones like half of California? By your comment I’d be willing to bet you’re from California.

  • @Wacky_Whimsy
    @Wacky_Whimsy 15 днів тому +12

    I have been a tornado geek for close to 40 years and I have never, ever seen anything like that in my life. Incredible.

  • @flamingogirl57
    @flamingogirl57 20 днів тому +301

    To hear Reed say "I've never seen anything like this ! " says it all ! Welcome to Kansas ! Good for you checking on people! Wow !

    • @DL-xo7fn
      @DL-xo7fn 20 днів тому +3

      People talk about Tiamat, I'm wondering what does it mean.
      I know what tornadoes are but they must have names for certain ones, I guess.

  • @MLenninger
    @MLenninger 20 днів тому +158

    What amazing footage. Directly overhead and a rope tornado. You should get some kind of award for this video, Reed. Just wow

  • @DaltonEMain
    @DaltonEMain 15 днів тому +29

    Reed Timmer is the most insane tornado chaser I've ever seen. This man literally steps out of his truck 100 yards away from a violent tornado and yells "there's debris raining down on us!" like we know Reed. You're insane!

  • @guidofourcandles6477
    @guidofourcandles6477 17 днів тому +69

    Possibly the best tornado footage ever recorded! Stay safe guys from the UK 🇬🇧

    • @RHYGAR1
      @RHYGAR1 15 днів тому

      Ya it was!

  • @ct7457
    @ct7457 20 днів тому +168

    No click bait here! Best tornado footage! Amazing!!!

  • @mikeh.753
    @mikeh.753 20 днів тому +345

    As someone who lives in central Oklahoma, I can say that this kind of clear footage of a tornado is rare. To actually see one in the daytime not wrapped in rain from this close can be an extremely rare moment. Great videos and stay safe.

  • @sapphirerain70
    @sapphirerain70 16 днів тому +33

    That was so incredible Reed! The footage is outstanding! My deepest sympathies to the families who lost their homes and their lives. ❤

  • @davefortcollins
    @davefortcollins 18 днів тому +24

    One of the best I've seen! Much respect to the cameraman. Thank you.

  • @karimhicks8376
    @karimhicks8376 20 днів тому +413

    Mr. Reed Timmer, I have watched you since 1999. 25 years. When you were tracking the F5 Moore, Oklahoma 301 mph behemoth tornado. You have never disappointed me & my friends. STAY SAFE. And keep up the good work! Thankyou!!!

    • @MustyBastard
      @MustyBastard 20 днів тому +8

      Though I have aged over the last 25 years, Reed has not.

    • @newenglandcoast7121
      @newenglandcoast7121 20 днів тому +14

      Agreed. He is a weather genius.

    • @carolinaumana10
      @carolinaumana10 20 днів тому +10

      For me, it’s the first video I’ve ever watched from this Ch.
      Also, I’ve never lived through a tornado. I’m in Southern California, but I’m almost in tears watching all of this. I have no idea. How you face the danger and not run away from it?

    • @chrisburd9751
      @chrisburd9751 20 днів тому +7

      my favorites are his hurricane coverage - top notched. my guy is science.

    • @GlassWindowGames
      @GlassWindowGames 20 днів тому +4

      That's Dr. Reed Timmer brother or brothete

  • @zxh
    @zxh 20 днів тому +455

    that is the most tornado looking tornado as it was forming

    • @bo0tsy1
      @bo0tsy1 20 днів тому +7

      Thats pretty ominous

    • @aeromoe
      @aeromoe 20 днів тому +11

      Truer words have rarely been spoken

    • @sgardner4156
      @sgardner4156 13 днів тому

      Incredible, never saw anything like that. Appreciate you checking on ppl.

  • @terinamike
    @terinamike 14 днів тому +7

    People don’t remember Reed Timmer, too well I suppose this young man is an absolute legend in tornado chasing, and then his vehicle was directly hit by a tornado when he got footage on the inside of it… First in the world. An absolute pioneer and dedicated tornado expert.
    I am from Oklahoma and can tell you that these things are serious and unbelievable until you have been in one yourself

  • @thorenshammer
    @thorenshammer 16 днів тому +19

    The phenomena of tornados are huntedly beautiful. However, the damage they create when they strike a community, such as Westmoreland, KS or the recent tornados in Iowa and Oklahoma, is devistating. My heart and prayers go out to all the communities affected by the recent storms. Stay safe Dr. Timmer.

    • @grampam17
      @grampam17 10 днів тому

      "Stay safe, Dr Timmer." 'Seconded'.

  • @cointenderrarities933
    @cointenderrarities933 20 днів тому +66

    The funnel looked like a dimension to another world!😮

  • @DixT1
    @DixT1 20 днів тому +279

    I'm from Kansas and I've seen those "rope" tornadoes before! They don't even have to touch the ground to pick up debris----their "tail winds" are enough to wrap a boat around a telephone pole. But I've never seen one "curly-que."

    • @RT-qd8yl
      @RT-qd8yl 20 днів тому +22

      The condensation funnel isn't the whole tornado. Just because the funnel isn't on the ground doesn't mean the tornado isn't.

    • @buckyc.9069
      @buckyc.9069 20 днів тому +14

      That's the diffrence between a "Funnel",and a "Vortex".

    • @maryannegunter115
      @maryannegunter115 20 днів тому +12

      I don't think we're in Kansas anymore

    • @ThunderClawShocktrix
      @ThunderClawShocktrix 20 днів тому +7

      yeah torando touchdown means either its picking up derbies or the funnel has reached the gorund s

    • @buckyc.9069
      @buckyc.9069 20 днів тому

      I've said it before and I'll say it again. A tornado is nothing but air. You can't see it. You can only see what's in it.

  • @user-sf4sj1in3s
    @user-sf4sj1in3s 18 днів тому +18

    I'm in Iowa. I've never seen one like this with the small funnel clear up in the atmosphere.
    Good job running to help people in the aftermath!
    Many Thanx for this video.
    Come on up and film here! We've have rain every day with thunder 2x daily for a week. Very unusual!

  • @shelleywalker6225
    @shelleywalker6225 20 днів тому +276

    I've never seen anything like this before. I was watching Live and was struck by how you predicted it forming, calling it in, and then the tornado already causing damage. The folks had very little time to react. Dr. Timmer, you and your team are amazing. Your scientific approach will increase our knowledge of tornadoes and save lives. I will continue to be a channel member to support your efforts.

    • @user-ix4wx4rq4b
      @user-ix4wx4rq4b 20 днів тому +5

      OMG it's so dangar

    • @mickhoddy
      @mickhoddy 15 днів тому +3

      Honestly…. I just don’t think it’s a big deal

    • @sarahdixon1943
      @sarahdixon1943 13 днів тому

      ​@mickhoddy - Do you live where tornadoes are somewhat common?? I feel the same about earthquakes. They're not a big deal to me, I've lived in Ca. all my life, though, so I'm used to them.

    • @deathbloom27
      @deathbloom27 9 днів тому +5

      ​@@mickhoddy then you don't know enough to have an informed opinion, honestly. People like Reed aren't just chasing tornados to take cool pictures and videos, they're doing scientific research, capturing data to add to the collective scientific community that works on tornado research and, most importantly, warning systems. Our current warning system has progressed specifically because of tornado chaser's research, resulting in warning time averages increasing from literal seconds to now 10-13 minutes. Experts understand tornados more than ever and that's a direct result from chasers gathering research in the field. That's not even touching on the fact that they're often the very first responders on the scene. There are dozens, if not hundreds, of videos of chasers assisting and saving lives. This is the real deal and it's more important than many people seem to realize, obviously.

    • @mickhoddy
      @mickhoddy 9 днів тому

      @@deathbloom27 yep, didn’t even read your entire comment, and maybe you need to read the title of the actual video again. I won’t spoil it for you but it’s pretty outrageous. Like I said…….. doesn’t really look like a big deal to me.

  • @charm2800
    @charm2800 20 днів тому +111

    idk if you guys have any idea how insane that video capture is, watching that vortex was one of the most incredible things I've ever seen in my life. Then being surrounded by the debris close up. I wish the camera was on the actual vortex spinning a bit longer. At the same time, what you did get was once in a lifetime unreal, i just have to keep replaying the parts where its on the vortex, it was one of the most beautiful incredible things I've ever seen. Thank you for all that!

  • @soapboxsewer421
    @soapboxsewer421 16 днів тому +9

    The spirit of the storm chasers is as magnificent as the tornado itself. Incredible footage.

  • @glace5620
    @glace5620 6 днів тому +2

    This was serious NON-click bait material. Period. No fronting. That was intense... really, beyond words.

  • @marczamo2500
    @marczamo2500 20 днів тому +103

    Extremely "tall" tornado.. wild. Great footage as always

  • @gunhildrandom
    @gunhildrandom 20 днів тому +139

    I wish I could hear the roar, but all I hear is Reed screaming as usual. Magnificent footage as always.

    • @tabortoothtiger7580
      @tabortoothtiger7580 20 днів тому +22

      Don't come on a Reed Timmer video expecting anything less. Ya think people would learn that. lol Don't like that he gets excited, don't watch his videos, at least not with audio.

    • @tabortoothtiger7580
      @tabortoothtiger7580 20 днів тому +12

      Also, there's the fact that he's standing next to a tornado and is trying to also communicate with his passenger, and probably can't hear very well with wind roaring in his ears. Logically, that would explain why he's yelling over the sound of the roaring. As he's hearing it first hand and talking to his passenger at the same time. And logically, you'd have to be pretty loud to be able to communicate over it...

    • @gunhildrandom
      @gunhildrandom 20 днів тому +9

      @@tabortoothtiger7580 usually I watch them with the sound off! I learned long ago… Still admire the man for what he does.

    • @gunhildrandom
      @gunhildrandom 20 днів тому +54

      @@tabortoothtiger7580 I don’t think he needs to scream “tornado” or “tornado on the ground” or “debris” over and over again to the people he is with. Or us, for that matter. One thing that annoys me about it is that if a woman did the same thing, she’d be crucified for it. It’s such a double standard.

    • @343jwright5
      @343jwright5 20 днів тому

      @@tabortoothtiger7580not a bootlicker but a Reedlicker. 🤮

  • @pctshooter
    @pctshooter 11 днів тому +6

    In 2007, I had just signed on with Tyson Foods. One of my runs had me go from Emporia, KS to El Paso, TX. I remember going through Greensburg, KS on the way. The next time I did that route, that town was GONE. I never cried for so many people I didn't even know until then. It was like someone came through with a push broom.

  • @mcalvert1000
    @mcalvert1000 7 днів тому +2

    Chased that tornado like it had open warrants. That was INSANE. Beautiful footage!

  • @roostercogburn8175
    @roostercogburn8175 20 днів тому +72

    Love how Reed goes right into life saving mode..What a Great Guy!!

  • @duckypam
    @duckypam 20 днів тому +457

    When Reed says “most insane” it’s gotta be insane

    • @prophet3353
      @prophet3353 20 днів тому +8

      Demons.

    • @Strob_GD
      @Strob_GD 20 днів тому +19

      I think the "Insane" Part came from its pure thin but powerful drill bit motion while also moving relatively slow and a retrograding path along with its photogenic appearance and the tornado being enshrouded in a cloak of debris.

    • @officialWWM
      @officialWWM 20 днів тому +7

      I think he’s referring to himself 😂😂

    • @duckypam
      @duckypam 20 днів тому +3

      @@officialWWM you got a point

    • @bubblegumbitch
      @bubblegumbitch 20 днів тому

      i don’t trust those thin bastards, the jarrell tornado started out exactly like this, a thin and slow moving rope that was drilling into the ground… crazy stuff but also super cool :3

  • @IAMAKNUCKLESFAN
    @IAMAKNUCKLESFAN 11 днів тому +4

    I've been fascinated with twisters since I was about six. No matter what, the mere sight of the trunk of the tornado will always fill me with this fear and awe I want to chase. Nature is terrifyingly beautiful.

  • @safaiaryu12
    @safaiaryu12 10 днів тому +4

    I've never seen a tornado bend around like that! This is AMAZING footage! Also, my family lived in Missouri when I was little, I forgot how unsettling tornado sirens are.

  • @paulrussell9572
    @paulrussell9572 20 днів тому +81

    .I'm speechless. I've seen so many tornado videos over the years and that tornado was in its own category.

  • @jcepri
    @jcepri 20 днів тому +46

    Beautiful and terrifying at the same time. Amazing footage. Rainbows, total eclipses, tornadoes, aurora borealis.... We live on the Disneyland planet. Thanks for sharing!

    • @chellesama8256
      @chellesama8256 20 днів тому +2

      Or a Deathworld. You don't know you're from a Deathworld until you leave it.

  • @luch1019
    @luch1019 11 днів тому +3

    Prayers to anyone who lost a love one in this storm, best tornado footage I have EVER SEEN

  • @lisakemp2392
    @lisakemp2392 14 днів тому +4

    Seeing this grey/black whirl wind tunnel coming from the sky, looks as though Mother Nature is raging with pure anger, just unleashing pent up frustration……..The sheer power this possesses can be felt, just from viewing a video on your screen……..
    It’s brutality, has somewhat of a hypnotic impact, that captivates you, not only in seeing its strength, but in seeing the beauty it possesses, which truly makes it stunning…..
    my prayers go out to you all, praying everyone stayed safe, for those who may have been injured, praying for your speedy recovery.

  • @barnowlwatcher
    @barnowlwatcher 20 днів тому +33

    Some of your best footage ever Reed. Just amazing to see the formation. Sadly all that debris is people’s belongings, memories and possessions in pieces swirling around and my heart goes out to them.

    • @sarah2.017
      @sarah2.017 20 днів тому +1

      That stuff that looks like loose paper may well be sheet metal, too.

  • @billweedman661
    @billweedman661 20 днів тому +133

    The fact that Reed stops and checks on damaged homes speaks volumes about his character. Too many other chasers only care about the video or the shot and honestly never (at least as far as I can tell only care about the $$$) about the people or the property on the way.

    • @susan-fd4kv
      @susan-fd4kv 18 днів тому +5

      Came here to male a comment on this as well. Great to see someone not just all about chasing the tornade but checking the destroyed houses for possible injured people.

    • @micahstallings5799
      @micahstallings5799 17 днів тому +1

      Bro this low key looks staged.

    • @karenvickers9172
      @karenvickers9172 16 днів тому

      @@micahstallings5799 LOL Staged?? How could that even b possible??

    • @equaljustice7906
      @equaljustice7906 3 дні тому

      @@micahstallings5799 😳 Seriously?

    • @brentrandall6247
      @brentrandall6247 День тому

      @@micahstallings5799Wait so you think they knew there would be a house damaged like this and were just waiting for a moment to run in and get their staged video? You do know they stream this stuff live right? And what you see here is just snippets. They regularly follow up tornados and stop when they see houses destroyed to see if people are ok.
      Staged lol. Get outa here.

  • @jeffknott1975
    @jeffknott1975 16 днів тому +3

    How can something so destructive be so beautiful?

  • @club3g82
    @club3g82 15 днів тому +4

    What an absolutely beautiful cone, one of the prettiest tornadoes I've seen.
    That bend was also magnificent and such a "clean" tornado to with no obstruction to the view, awesome footage!!
    Condolences to the ones that were involved in it

  • @itsjustgarion
    @itsjustgarion 20 днів тому +114

    33 years I’ve lived in Kansas and I’ve never been really shocked by the footage from a tornado.
    Until today.
    This completely changed my perspective of these things which I’ve always thought were incredible.

  • @QuadControl
    @QuadControl 20 днів тому +56

    We used to have to wait months and episodes to see such a thing.
    Now we can see it in real time, and fully processed and edited within an hour or two. Amazing.
    Great job guys

  • @DukeStallion
    @DukeStallion 16 днів тому +2

    That looked unreal, especially the vortex, like something right out of a movie.

  • @taranvainas
    @taranvainas 18 днів тому +1

    Incredible! I understand why they call it "the finger of God." All my love towards those affected, a big hug from Spain.

  • @bizbarley74
    @bizbarley74 20 днів тому +47

    Man I was just complaining about it being hotter than my liking in the New Jersey/New York area. However, had I known what my Midwestern brothers were going through, I would have been quiet as a mouse. I heard a couple hours ago at least one person lost their life in this storm and many others were hurt. So sorry guys. I'll definitely be donating to the recovery efforts. My brother is a federal responder and has already flown to 4 different states in the last three weeks. You guys will be in our thoughts for the foreseeable future.

    • @AverageJ03Gaming
      @AverageJ03Gaming 15 днів тому +1

      I just moved to NJ this last year and my family was talking to me about this, how close to home it was in Iowa. Crazy how things change and how much near misses humans have. Tragic for those this didn't miss, I hope they can recover quickly.

    • @bizbarley74
      @bizbarley74 15 днів тому

      @@AverageJ03Gaming Same. My brother has always been my hero. He was in the military back in 1999. And on May 3rd he was back in the states on leave. Him and members of his unit got called to Tinker Air Force Base, I could be wrong on the spelling, but it was in southern Oklahoma City. He took pictures and talked about finding limbs in the debris. Had an impact on both of us. And after his service was up he went into Federal Disaster Response. After that 1999 storm over always had interest in tornadoes. And the ways in which we should be able to prevent all loss of life.

    • @bizbarley74
      @bizbarley74 15 днів тому +1

      @@AverageJ03Gaming BTW, welcome to Jersey. Hope you and your family like it up here. We have high property taxes, but meteorologically things are tame. Although we had an EF 3 a few years back and the odd hurricane coming in, but there's not been a recorded twister death in the state in I think 80 or 90 years. Could double check that though.

  • @goblinday1
    @goblinday1 20 днів тому +35

    Wow....not only most amazing footage ever, but seriously....never watched a video that made me feel SO MUCH like I was there! Great great video!!

  • @thegarethdav
    @thegarethdav 17 днів тому +3

    You guys are crazy! Thank you for doing this and sharing it with us! It’s absolutely stunning. Love how you stop to see if anyone was hurt.

  • @takeflight4666
    @takeflight4666 14 днів тому +2

    Scary but at the same time so damn beautiful. I love how we have footage of this stuff

  • @theblackone89
    @theblackone89 20 днів тому +52

    That looping motion is insane!

  • @duckypam
    @duckypam 20 днів тому +283

    Praying for the folks who lost their homes

    • @user-bu1ke8wx8e
      @user-bu1ke8wx8e 20 днів тому +1

      Quit starting and switching makes me think it's different days not different angles , sorry reed in unsubscribe

    • @ZarroTM
      @ZarroTM 20 днів тому +3

      ​@@user-bu1ke8wx8ethis was live. Rewind the VOD.

    • @bryanlosen3262
      @bryanlosen3262 20 днів тому +4

      Too late for prayer. Their homes are gone.

    • @boom-bm1kl
      @boom-bm1kl 20 днів тому

      ​@@bryanlosen3262says a satan worshiper

    • @kranran-k409
      @kranran-k409 20 днів тому +8

      @@bryanlosen3262 NEVER too late for prayer. Homes can be rebuilt, lives cannot.

  • @dbowdbow6387
    @dbowdbow6387 5 днів тому +2

    That rope was Fn insane and so are you guys .....keep up the good work

  • @hice519
    @hice519 17 днів тому +3

    It will never cease to amaze me how something so beautiful can cause so much destruction.

  • @rockthelightGomer
    @rockthelightGomer 20 днів тому +44

    Reed and team,
    I heard the warning on the radio. I was driving home with my 2 year old in the backseat, from one side of Manhattan to the other. I wondered... "can I see this thing if I get up on a hill?"
    SURE ENOUGH. I saw the crazy "n" shape from a hill in east Manhattan.
    MY FIRST TORNADO. Been living in Kansas all my life.
    I hope everyone survived.

    • @AstiJay
      @AstiJay 20 днів тому +3

      Were there no sirens?

    • @AstiJay
      @AstiJay 20 днів тому +5

      Unbelievable! I’m flabbergasted. One concern is, except for one short segment, I heard no warning sirens. I’ve noticed this quite a lot on tornado videos of late. Is it a coincidence that i happen to watch only videos where no sirens sound a warning?

    • @stacia99
      @stacia99 20 днів тому +4

      @@AstiJay I'm in Manhattan and we didn't have tornado sirens go off here, I think this touched down far enough away that no sirens went off in MHK proper, but I believe they did go off in areas north and east of the town. Sirens definitely went off in Westmoreland and local stations (both radio and TV) were covering it live

    • @mattgoss3060
      @mattgoss3060 20 днів тому +2

      Manhattan KS has it’s own little cubby hole in my heart as Im sure other people feel the same way

    • @sportycats
      @sportycats 20 днів тому +5

      @@AstiJay there were but the storm literally came out of no where. Usually they start in the west and we can see them coming and have time to "prepare". This one just popped up and then this happened...

  • @thomaslamiaud9931
    @thomaslamiaud9931 20 днів тому +79

    That was so sick, thank you to be here to capture this marvellous creature ! Never stop chasing !

    • @jackj5368
      @jackj5368 20 днів тому +3

      Should read: "That was so sick. Thank you for being there to capture ... "

    • @katherinescogin5233
      @katherinescogin5233 20 днів тому +4

      Ive never seen anything like that

  • @barkburton1
    @barkburton1 12 днів тому +1

    The damage at the end of the video must be surreal to see in person. I can’t believe how close you guys get. Unreal video!!!!

  • @pistolannie0714
    @pistolannie0714 16 днів тому +1

    OMG! Best footage I’ve seen I’m 60 and I have been obsessed with Tornados since I was a kid so amazing and beautiful yet so destructive and sad. I love these videos. They are incredible.

  • @denorahmicale5581
    @denorahmicale5581 20 днів тому +88

    This is the scariest thing I have ever seen. Bless you, Reed and your team. Please be careful

    • @Kamila25609
      @Kamila25609 20 днів тому +1

      Oh My GOD that is horrible.

    • @waholoopesorry74
      @waholoopesorry74 20 днів тому +1

      If this is the scariest thing you have ever seen then you haven’t seen very much to be honest

  • @24091
    @24091 20 днів тому +49

    It looks like goes horizontal that's insane. Good job Reed!

  • @jasonmariani1258
    @jasonmariani1258 17 днів тому

    By FAR the best (if there is such a thing during such a catastrophic event) footage and decency by the filming crew to help others wow! Good on you guys for being outstanding

  • @seang.829
    @seang.829 17 днів тому +1

    This is officially the coolest footage I've had the pleasure of viewing! It was terrifyingly beautiful! To be that close filming every aspect, the rain, the hail, the big debris, and that loop!!! DON'T FOOL WITH MOTHER NATURE! 🌪️

  • @pamelacampbell6164
    @pamelacampbell6164 20 днів тому +55

    I can't believe I turned on your channel less than a minute before this tornado started. I feel so fortunate to have watched

    • @emilyflotilla931
      @emilyflotilla931 20 днів тому +4

      Me too.

    • @viridianhughes219
      @viridianhughes219 20 днів тому +4

      Same here!

    • @farmer3565-ru9eq
      @farmer3565-ru9eq 20 днів тому +4

      Same here, turned it on like five minutes before this happened.

    • @neweyeswideopen
      @neweyeswideopen 20 днів тому +2

      Same 😅

    • @KingNekro
      @KingNekro 20 днів тому +2

      EXACTLY! I didn't even know there was an outbreak going on again today.
      I just happened to open UA-cam and saw reed was streaming, so I said screw it let's see if anything interesting is happening. And literally right when I clicked on the stream the funnel was already there and started dropping down. What a lucky timing.

  • @kipsohns7971
    @kipsohns7971 20 днів тому +32

    I lost everything in the Moore Ok F5 tornado on May 3, 1999! This one was so very different! Enjoy your videos so much!

    • @NiNitosix
      @NiNitosix 20 днів тому +4

      I always get sad to read or hear that someone lost everything. I’m so sorry. I know it was a long time ago but tragedy has a way of making you feel like you’re reliving it.

    • @justintime377
      @justintime377 20 днів тому

      I'm sure none of us reading this post could ever imagine what that must be like! I have a question, if you don't mind?
      It's been quite a while since the moore tornado,
      would you mind sharing with us, how your life is today?
      I'm sure that tornado has forever changed you but are you a stronger person have you rebuilt your life?
      Or has is completely kicked your ass in a way that you may never be the same?
      I don't mean to try to put words in your mouth but please share with us how things are for you today.
      Thank you

  • @EricaHansberry
    @EricaHansberry 14 днів тому

    Incredible footage. Thanks for this perspective. Be safe out there.

  • @Army_Brat1980
    @Army_Brat1980 15 днів тому

    I've never seen such perfect footage of a tornado! Fantastic!

  • @ForsythJC
    @ForsythJC 20 днів тому +102

    Tornado: "Excuse me; pardon me; coming through! Wait, are you FILMING under my funnel?!"
    XD

    • @crybebe2003
      @crybebe2003 20 днів тому +14

      I started to read that in a Kansan accent and thought “ope, ‘scuse me comin through “ lol

    • @warren010h
      @warren010h 20 днів тому +3

      @@crybebe2003 Gotta have that "ope" on there 😂😂

    • @denverdubois5835
      @denverdubois5835 20 днів тому +5

      "How DARE you peek up my funnel!!!" *smack*

    • @chrissiegaming4173
      @chrissiegaming4173 20 днів тому +3

      @@crybebe2003 "Just gonna sneak right past ya there."

    • @JadedBelle
      @JadedBelle 20 днів тому +1

      😂😂😂

  • @juliatriestoart4101
    @juliatriestoart4101 19 днів тому +37

    I’m an environmental science major and I’m currently finishing up the tornado unit in my meteorology class. It’s cool that I can now watch storm chaser videos and understand what’s happening and the language that is used. Makes the experience so much cooler

    • @Roughdog86
      @Roughdog86 9 днів тому

      While taking field notes and measurements.

    • @nathanskates98
      @nathanskates98 8 днів тому

      Awesome, without that degree you never would've understood BIG DEBRIS BIG DEBRIS... just joking lol

  • @theskatemap
    @theskatemap 18 днів тому +1

    Probably the first video I've ever seen that really captures just how violent that vortex is

  • @sarahfairchild399
    @sarahfairchild399 17 днів тому

    I live close to there and was out of the state when this happened. With as bad as the season is predicted to be i sure appreciate this footage!! Thank you so much!

  • @davidkeith3920
    @davidkeith3920 20 днів тому +37

    Good lord, I don't know which is more terrifying, this thing roping out of nowhere with clear blue skies all around, or the times when the entire mesocyclone just decides to sit on the ground.

    • @mijyadoc5374
      @mijyadoc5374 20 днів тому

      ..... or having to listen to Reed :)

  • @kg4gav
    @kg4gav 20 днів тому +138

    I'm totally expecting to hear Reed yelling " OH MY GOD! I JUST GOT IMPALED BY A BROOM HANDLE! THIS IS SOOOO COOOL! OH MY GOD!"

    • @josephallen8044
      @josephallen8044 20 днів тому +14

      Ya ,I wouldn't be running out of the car. One day fate will run its course. Unfortunately

    • @andrewsercer9538
      @andrewsercer9538 20 днів тому +11

      Omg. I was sitting outside enjoying the pre-storm calm (in SE KS) and my cat sitting next to me. When I read that I busted out laughing and my cat freaked and jumped 3 ft into the air ... causing me to laugh some more!
      I know, I'm a terrible person. For laughing at spooking my cat and for laughing at imagining Reed getting impaled by a broom.
      Ok I wasn't laughing at that imagery... but the commentary ok?

    • @tabortoothtiger7580
      @tabortoothtiger7580 20 днів тому

      @@josephallen8044 He's perfectly aware of the risk of what he does. The dude got married on a volcano, for heaven's sake. And has been doing this since the 90's. He doesn't call himself an extreme storm chaser for nothing. Dude literally purposefully goes where the danger is. He knows what he's risking. He knows what can happen. Probably more than anybody, as he's seen it thousands of times. He's seen the carnage involved in what he does for a living, more than you probably ever have. He's perfectly aware that his life is in his own hands. And he's fine with that. I think Reed's thoughts are, at least if I go out this way, I'll go out doing something I love. Every storm chaser goes out and does this knowing perfectly well that they are putting their own life's in nature's hands and that it's always a possibility. They wouldn't do it if they didn't love it, though, and they didn't know that they're putting themselves at risk. That's just the name of the game.

    • @rhonin420
      @rhonin420 20 днів тому +5

      Here comes the roar!

    • @BlackMetalTroy322
      @BlackMetalTroy322 20 днів тому +1

      I’ve never seen anything like it!!!!

  • @olentangy74
    @olentangy74 17 днів тому

    Incredible footage. The most well defined tornado funnel I’ve ever seen. WOW

  • @LatrellSprewell15
    @LatrellSprewell15 14 днів тому

    Ive never seen a tornado in my life and I would be completely terrified if I did. And those sirens are also terrifying. My God. Incredible job filming this!

  • @alexspicer6043
    @alexspicer6043 20 днів тому +42

    Great video BUT nothing will ever compare to your drone footage of that Andover tornado! That was the best video I’ve seen in my life. Truly the GOAT

    • @fhlfssrecognition
      @fhlfssrecognition 20 днів тому +2

      When was the Andover tornado?

    • @shadowwolf9503
      @shadowwolf9503 20 днів тому

      I agree 100%. That was awesome footage !

    • @randomadvice2487
      @randomadvice2487 20 днів тому +1

      Ok, now I must find that video!

    • @geekparent48
      @geekparent48 20 днів тому +1

      Yes watched that one and this one live, big reasons I don’t live in a tornado state.

    • @randomadvice2487
      @randomadvice2487 20 днів тому

      I’ll take my state over mountainous with a side of hills and valleys..

  • @saablazer1658
    @saablazer1658 20 днів тому +36

    I assumed the title of the video was clickbait, but boy was I wrong. Best video of a tornado I’ve seen.

  • @kadunc5738
    @kadunc5738 17 днів тому

    Impressive shot of that tornado 🌪 …it’s nice to see the compassion you have for others…that is very rare now a days!

  • @Patrick-ru4ur
    @Patrick-ru4ur 2 дні тому +1

    That's just unbelievably scary. As your neighbor to the east, in Louisiana, im glad we don't have to deal with too many of those. Granted, hurricanes are pretty brutal, too.

  • @Auroralights321
    @Auroralights321 20 днів тому +21

    Amazing footage!!!! A lot of people may hate his screaming, but I enjoy seeing him be so passionate and excited about his job. Never stop chasing!

  • @EngineeringUSA
    @EngineeringUSA 20 днів тому +19

    The finger tip of god.
    Rope tornadoes have always been the most terrifying to me, and the curl is the biggest reason. It looks like the tornado is directly above you guys, but in fact its a few hundred to a thousand yards away. The video quality we are getting for these tornadoes in 2024 is immaculate. I never thought we'd see a more beautiful set of tornado videos than the Andover, KS tornado that happened a couple of years back, but this year has delivered some STUNNING videos. Keep up the good work. Go visit Manhattan while you're up in the area. PHENOMENAL place.

  • @danny-li6io
    @danny-li6io 16 днів тому +23

    Shhhhh! 🤫 It’s cool enough without the melodramatic yelling.

  • @Jeffmetal42
    @Jeffmetal42 12 днів тому

    Oh my goodness! This is legit one of the most amazing videos of a tornado I have ever seen. Absolutely beautiful, yet unfortunately so destructive. My heart goes out to all who were affected by this.

  • @TexasVexes
    @TexasVexes 20 днів тому +20

    This was surreal. Getting to see it all happen was wild. You’re awesome Team Dominator.

  • @leannemccumber
    @leannemccumber 20 днів тому +9

    Timmer… bless your soul! You’re the only one I know that gets more excited when you see a twister. Does anything ever scare you??😮

  • @eleanormay729
    @eleanormay729 17 днів тому

    This was incredible footage of the tornado, thank you Reed Timmer and crew for what you do. Stay safe!

  • @FNDEL
    @FNDEL 20 днів тому +73

    Amazing filming and intercept as usual Reed!

    • @turtle-frogs
      @turtle-frogs 20 днів тому +2

      Wish I was there with you.😂 nice work, Reed.🤠

    • @KB-ke3fi
      @KB-ke3fi 20 днів тому +2

      camera work made me dizzy....

    • @greggb557
      @greggb557 20 днів тому +1

      Where is that drone footage?

    • @user-on2eq7eh4d
      @user-on2eq7eh4d 20 днів тому +2

      هل تسألون أنفسكم لماذا تحصل عندكم دائماً أعاصير قوية ومخيفة وتسبب لكم دمار كبير، ولا تحصل هذة الأعاصير بالدول العربية
      لان هذا انذار من الله سبحانه وتعالى لتدخلو إلى دين الإسلام
      أبن دولة اليمن مر من هنا 🇾🇪

    • @turtle-frogs
      @turtle-frogs 20 днів тому

      @@user-on2eq7eh4d did you see those towels go flying. 🤣🤣🤣🤠

  • @thomasdjonesn
    @thomasdjonesn 20 днів тому +10

    Yep. Never seen one like that before, except in nightmares. Just kept panning up and up, and the whole column is swirling. I'm glad you are safe, and I'm grateful that you and people like you are recording these.

  • @darr603
    @darr603 17 днів тому

    What an amazing documentation of that tornado. I was mesmerized and horrified at the same time!

  • @dandelion1239
    @dandelion1239 18 днів тому

    Absolutely amazing video!!! I’ve never seen anything like that footage & I’ve even seen, in person, three coming out of one huge cloud. You guys did an incredible job of getting this filmed. The best part was when you started looking for those who’d been hit!! Hopefully all survived.

  • @user-lh5fp7bf2c
    @user-lh5fp7bf2c 20 днів тому +5

    Pesos Hank still has best intercept ever so far. This one is def high on list. Truly stunning. Stay safe man.

  • @milliefusion7340
    @milliefusion7340 19 днів тому +7

    I am so happy to see that you are checking on a demolished home to see if anyone needs help! Bravo to you! This brought tears to my eyes.

  • @blakelewis8547
    @blakelewis8547 9 днів тому

    Thanks for your work Reed. God bless those people 🙏

  • @haroldthefrog
    @haroldthefrog 5 днів тому +1

    So destructive, so beautiful at the same time

  • @Him_He_Me
    @Him_He_Me 20 днів тому +6

    Im so glad you show us the top of the tornado churning around in all the clouds. Its so freaking amazing. That tornado was a freak of nature!!! Insane!! I cant believe that tornado caused so much damage. That metal plate was wrapped around that tree!!!Never stop chasing!!!

    • @sewerface
      @sewerface 15 днів тому

      Really wish we could have spent more time looking up