Twisters: Taming the Tornado
from Weather Geeks
Guest: Rick Smith, Warning Coordination Meteorologist for NWS Norman If you feel it, chase it! That is the tagline for one of the biggest movies of the summer and probably the biggest weather movie of the decade: Twisters. After the initial geek out took place, we were left with a lot of questions! Did it live up to its predecessor Twister, which inspired meteorologists all across the country to pursue their passion? Will we see a brand new wave of Kates and Tylers in the coming decades? Before we think too far ahead, we’ve got to break down the SCIENCE in the film, and who better to do that with than Rick Smith, the Warning Coordination Meteorologist at NWS Norman… Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Twisters and Rick Smith 09:14 Involvement with the Movie Twisters 23:12 Accuracy of Science in Twisters 34:02 Weather Modification and Taming Tornadoes 36:42 The Future of Twisters and Potential Sequels
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This week's conversation discusses the movie Twisters and its impact on the meteorology community. Rick Smith, a warning coordination meteorologist, shares his experience working with the movie's production team and the attention to detail they put into creating a realistic National Weather Service office. The conversation also touches on the changes in weather communication and the rise of social media and internet-based weather coverage. They discuss the role of a warning coordination meteorologist and the challenges of communicating hazardous weather. The conversation delves into the accuracy of the science portrayed in the movie, including the use of Doppler radar, weather modification, and fire tornadoes. They also explore the positive impact of movies like Twisters in sparking interest in meteorology and the potential for future sequels.
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