Storm Chase Update

Had a solid chase on Saturday. We started in Pratt, KS and weaved our way up toward Topeka where this storm first started showing good rotation.



As the storm passed over residential areas of Topeka and Interstate 70, it produced a menacing funnel. Thankfully, it did not touch down here. The animation speed of the gif above is 1/10 of reality.



North of the interstate, there was a river with few crossings, lots of dirt roads, and more trees than we prefer. We muscled through it and were rewarded with some good views.


We came across some damage, including a large tree across the road. We never saw a tornado touch down, but it is possible. May have also just been downdraft winds.


We followed the storm to Leavenworth, KS where we crossed the Missouri River. We then found a bluff and watched the remaining storms roll by.