🌪️2017 was not a standout year for photogenic storm activity
🌩️Mediocre storm activity was documented in Tornado Alley
⚡Lightning was a highlight of the storm activity in 2017
🌌Nighttime tornado outbreaks made chasing difficult
🚗No major incidents during storm chasing endeavors
Was 2017 a particularly active year for tornadoes?
—While 2017 reported around 1400 confirmed tornadoes in the US, it wasn't considered a standout year for storm activity.
What were some notable highlights of storm activity in 2017?
—Despite not being a particularly standout year, there were notable moments, including impressive lightning displays and breathtaking storm structures.
Were there any challenging aspects of storm chasing in 2017?
—Nighttime tornado outbreaks and storms outside of Tornado Alley posed challenges for storm chasers.
Were there any accidents or incidents during storm chasing in 2017?
—Fortunately, there were no major incidents or accidents reported during storm chasing endeavors in 2017.
What is the significance of lightning in the storm activity of 2017?
—While it wasn't a standout year for tornadoes, 2017 had impressive lightning displays that captivated storm chasers and observers.
00:00Despite being considered a mediocre year, 2017 had noteworthy moments in Tornado Alley.
00:22The 2017 tornado-related death toll exceeded that of 2016 by January 23rd.
01:11Impressive tornado touchdowns were witnessed on March 28th.
03:15The year saw violent tornadoes developing near Canton, Texas.
05:41Strong outflow brought gustnadoes and wind-driven bullet hail.
06:59A storm outbreak with extraordinary lightning displays captivated observers.
10:11Fireflies and lightning stole the show on different evenings.
11:452017 had 1400 confirmed tornadoes in the US, with a lot of beautiful storm structures.
