Storm Chaser Braves 2017’s Most Dangerous Weather

Storm chaser Jason Weingart had an eventful year tracking major storms across the USA. He witnessed 14 tornadoes between April and May, followed by supercells and mesocyclones in New Mexico and Colorado. In June, he captured stunning lightning in Oklahoma and Mametus clouds in Nebraska. August brought Hurricane Harvey, which devastated Texas and Louisiana. Despite challenges in following Harvey, Jason participated in a floodwater rescue mission. Throughout the year, he documented the beauty and power of storms, highlighting their dual nature as both destructive and awe-inspiring.

How many tornadoes did Jason witness between April and May?

• 12

• 10

• 14

• 16

Which state did Jason visit to see a supercell?

• Nebraska

• New Mexico

• Texas

• Oklahoma

What natural phenomenon did Jason encounter in Nebraska?

• Hurricane

• Flood

• Tornado

• Mametus clouds

What was Jason's unexpected experience during Hurricane Harvey?

• Participating in a rescue mission

• Observing a supercell

• Capturing lightning

• Witnessing a tornado

What does Jason's experience demonstrate about storms?

• They are only beautiful

• They are always destructive

• They can be both destructive and beautiful

• They are predictable