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Old 05-06-2013, 11:29 AM   #7
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Default Re: Storm Chasers Killed

Regardless of their motives it is a hazard of the job, storm chasing is a high risk occupation. Their motives may be good and the results beneficial to the wider community but if you play with fire you should expect to get burnt.
The assumption that they aren't thrill seekers is maybe a bit simplistic though, people take on risky jobs like this for the thrill of the chase. This in no way undermines the value of their contribution but it can point to possible causes of incidents ( those looking for the thrill will take greater risks)
My condolences to their families

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Originally Posted by 2011G6E View Post
Hazards of the job...

Stormchasers aren't just thrill seekers...they contribute to our knowledge of how storms and tornados work, and help figure out how to predict these things.
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