![]() ![]() Finally we stopped at a library in Wray, Colorado. It seemed more logical to head west towards clearer air. At least the static on the radio verified storms probably severe were already in existance. The cold front was south of us yet east - northeast winds were being pumped into Colorado. To me it represented a minor cap for some convection to build. ![]() I enjoyed the fact that we were at elevations of 1200m and the land was still relatively flat - like being at Oberon (NSW, Australia)!! We were in stratocumulus - though it was breaking and a very thin layer nevertheless. But this highway was too tempting with a speed limit of 75mph, and no stoppages, you could make a quicker exit into Colorado which is where I had anticipated the action to develop.ĭuring the early to mid afternoon period, we were in Colorado and what a welcome - Tornado Watch sounded out on the NOAA Radio. Initially we had planned to make our way down towards Kansas and Colorado border if need be. Making our way to Grand Island and then onto route I 80, we headed west. As we got closer we would then decide the move. So the plan was to head west, fuel up and then gradually see what unfolds - more of a tactical chase move than anything else. The best instability lay in southwest Kansas but the cap was again very strong to overcome. The most favourable overall wind shear was expected near the Kansas - Colorado border. Monday 3 June, 2002 - HP Supercell - near Burlington, ColoradoĪdmittedly, I was not impressed with the setup for this day. Quite interesing to note that close to 1000m above sea level, temperatures of 40C and this at a latitude of 42 N - quite remarkable. There were some impressive temperatures particularly in western Nebraska. ![]() Sunday 2 June, 2002 - Bust chase and record temperatures, near Norfolk, NebraskaĪs expected, even though we hoped for an explosive atmosphere, the inevitable happened and the classic bust was the result. Considering that we had stayed very late watching videos, we appreciated the offer. We were kindly offered to stay the night at Rocky's. There were record temperatures expected and thence a cap could easily develop and hold down activity. I felt it was a very risky bust chase due to the strong cap. We were somehow convinced by the chasers that there was a good likelihood it will occur. There was also talk of possible severe weather outbreak in Nebraska the next day. Some other footage were the haildrifts of Memorial Day, footage of the tornado at Libscomb which we were also onto and from a similar angle, and past footage that was absolutely remarkable - made me melt when I saw the power in some of the updraughts!!!ĭuring the meeting, there were updates supplied to a chaser in Wyoming. They included the impressive Happy, Texas tornado, and Throckmortan, Texas tornado. It was great to be at the picnic meeting some infamous chasers including Tim Marshall and Jim Leonard. However, as a precaution and noting the distance that could be saved, I advised Matthew that we take enough supplies for a few days chasing. We were then expected to head back home to Dallas. This was meant to be a trip to Oklahoma and our first ever Chaser Picnic at Rocky's place. Saturday 1 June, 2002 - Rocky's Chaser Picnic, Piedmont, Oklahoma Chase in Tornado Alley 2002 - Special Report: Episode 4 Storm NewsĬhase in Tornado Alley 2002 - Special Report: Episode 4 ![]()
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