Trapped Inside This Tornado

On April 4th, 2023 my friends and I were impacted by some damaging inflow winds ahead of the Lewistown, IL EF3 that brought down the powerlines and trapped us in the path of the tornado. Where we then took a direct hit.
We're thankful to have survived.
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[@fuzzydunlop7928]

Forget the tornado, those powerlines were the real menace. I can't believe he got out of his car next to those wires to check on the damage. That's a wild stress response

[@georgewills-ek1gg]

i was scared about that to. especially after watching Rodalco2007's videos on step potential. those lines look to be HV feed lines. 500kv maybe. they would have come from a substation or switchyard, meaning wherever those lines where connected to would have experienced brownouts when the lines arced. the power would have only cut completely out when the tornado actually hit the lines and broke them.

[@Felale]

He's wearing shoes.

[@morrisl7]

@@Felale doesnt matter, voltage that high can still kill you.

[@TripDov3r]

The power lines 100% worse

[@nsking99]

Thought the same but I think they were swept away

[@sunstripe85]

Riley(?) was apologizing so much at the end but my god, the way he avoided those power lines and poles AND the sparking electricity, and then managed to find a spot that ended up protecting them... This dude did an incredible job! His quick thinking saved their lives if you ask me.

[@EphemeralProductions]

I know! He was so distressed and ashamed at the end. Poor guy. 😢🤗😘😘. Bless him! The way I am I’d have given him a big long hug if I’d been there. ❤️❤️

[@TheOnlyIncognito]

quick thinking? he led them to almost death

[@nicolecruz4967]

@@TheOnlyIncognito he was following the instructions given to him, every extreme weather condition is unpredictable at times. They got the bad end of the stick, we shouldn’t be quick to judge, thank God they’re ok.

[@3riormrsup]

Do you think chasing tornadoes is safe? @@TheOnlyIncognito 💀💀

[@lisabrickner6004]

God protected them

[@Freezplug-51]

Him screaming and yelling "PLEASE", would have Frighting me even More!!

[@Trouble-Clef]

I’m sure it was frightening hearing him scream but at the same time it’s not something he can control. Not in that moment, not at first. I don’t know if you’ve ever been in a truly terrifying moment where you thought you would die but I can tell you from experience that everything becomes very surreal. You react in an almost instinctual way, at first. And for some people that’s the only way they react. For me, I froze at first. I couldn’t move a muscle. And you don’t think clearly because you have so much adrenaline and fear pumping through your body. So for me at first I was completely reactionary as opposed to me thinking about what I was going to do. But once I forced myself to calm down then I was able to think about what I had to do, and I did it. For those three men in that car during that tornado although it must’ve seemed like forever it really wasn’t that long of a period of time, but it doesn’t have to be when it’s a tornado. It can kill you pretty quickly. But I’m sure it felt like it went on forever. Every second that goes by seems like it’s minutes, and every minute feels like hours. So the reaction is instinctual. Had it gone on longer then they may have been able to calm themselves down but there really wasn’t time for that. I hope you never have to experience that kind of terror. But real terror is emotional, physical, and psychological. And you have no idea how you’ll react until you’re in the moment. And my guess would be that his screaming like that was due to the amount of fear and adrenaline that was in his body. And those two things go hand-in-hand. Fear does crazy things to you during the event, and after.

[@Royaroni]

@@Trouble-Clefhe definitely could’ve controlled not being there in the first place

[@metalfungus]

Guy did not handle his shit at all

[@Freezplug-51]

@@Trouble-Clef seems like your comment went on forever!! Longer than the 🌪 Tornado!! 🤦🏿‍♂🤔

[@Freezplug-51]

@@Royaroni exactly!! He chasing Storms! Wtf he thought was gonna happen one day?!

[@MoolsDogTwoOfficial]

I’ve watched tornado vids for over 10 years, and this is the most RAW and UNFILTERED footage I’ve ever seen of a tornado. The guy screaming “please!” Over and over is actually petrifying.

[@XxSkibdiVersexX]

Fr

[@XxSkibdiVersexX]

But for *10 YEARS?!!*

[@janledford3010]

@@XxSkibdiVersexX There are many, thousands, that have been watching weather for way more than 10 years. Ever since internet, and before that, what was shown on tv. Watching what mankind can do nothing whatsoever about except to try to either get out of its way, or shelter the best one can…. and pray. Tornadoes can be beautifully awesome, and terrifying at the same time. If you want excitement? Go through a tornado, have your life changed forever, and you will never crave big excitements anymore!!! But to watch these awesome acts of nature is the most about the most exciting and scary thing there is! And, is more devastating to so many people than you can ever imagine.

[@ThatsIigeo]

I been watching tornado For 11 years

[@Ilovecheese-qr6db]

@@XxSkibdiVersexX nice user

[@FreddyMcKinney]

Watching those powerlines fall on top of you is just gut-wrenching. I'm so glad you guys made it out okay.

[@TannerCharlesYT]

Thankful to be alive Freddy - As we were trapped, we had to wait about a minute before we started getting hit by the outter circulation of the tornado. That was probably the worst part. Knowing we couldn't go anywhere and had to wait. So incredibly thankful to God for His protection over us!

[@OrangeLabs.]

cant believe lord help you all @@TannerCharlesYT

[@wendyc1902]

​@@TannerCharlesYT Amen 🙏 God is good...all the time!

[@Alliappalachian]

​@@TannerCharlesYTAmen to that!

[@worstenbroodje6832]

@@TannerCharlesYT Brother, you should be thanking Toyota, not god.

[@Gunnin4You]

On Palm Sunday in 1994 my family was trapped in a tornado/hail storm in our car on our way back from visiting family. This was really emotional to watch because we weren’t sure we were going to make it-I was 9 and my brother was 12. We stuffed pillows in the dashboard and held hands and prayed so we would be holding hands to Heaven. It all seems silly to someone to hear that story until you watch a video like this and it puts those emotions into perspective. Thank you God for keeping you all safe.

[@BrittneyM7777]

God had a purpose for your life! What an amazing testimony

[@frstchan]

Except that God made the tornado...

[@Gunnin4You]

@@frstchan Don’t be that guy. Be well.

[@mga1978able]

​@@Gunnin4YouHe's right though.

[@A-halover2000]

Isaiah 45:5-8 I am the LORD, and there is no other; There is no God besides Me. I will gird you, though you have not known Me, That they may know from the rising of the sun to its setting That there is none besides Me. I am the LORD, and there is no other; I form the light and create darkness, I make peace and create calamity; I, the LORD, do all these things.’ “Rain down, you heavens, from above, And let the skies pour down righteousness; Let the earth open, let them bring forth salvation, And let righteousness spring up together. I, the LORD, have created it.

[@jordanwhite8567]

It's so rare to have so many camera angles of HD footage capturing such a raw and chaotic event. If nothing else you've documented something that 99.99999% of the world will never see in a way that has never been done before and may not be done again. Grats on living

[@numl6ck_]

it's 4k not hd lil bro

[@Aangrox007]

Dude 100%

[@HeatherR-yw9qk]

Jesus heard his prayers 🙏

[@Danielle_Visuals]

They are prepared before going in they set up cameras, because they can't really know what's gonna happened so it's better to have angles of cameras, Incase one breaks of fails, they can use other footages that's why it's all recording at the same time

[@mplwy]

​@@HeatherR-yw9qk Yes, and answered. ❤️

[@LIYALovesU2]

Broo I felt so bad for the guy crying after about how it's his fualt. You guys were so supportive and that's just so sweet ❤❤

[@thisuvlogs]

Fault*

[@amayas570]

Seeing the car after, makes it very clear just how much danger you guys were in. Wow. I’m glad you all were okay!

[@BlackslooklikeHarambe]

It's hilarious 😂 😂 they got SCARED and acted like a bunch of Babycries 😂😂😂

[@amayas570]

@@BlackslooklikeHarambe Well, they were in the eye of a tornado. I mean, I’d be scared too. Some things aren’t worth risking your life over.

[@BlackslooklikeHarambe]

@amayas570 they should have been smarter. Play stupid games win stupid prizes. It is hilarious though hearing them cry and scream 😱

[@TheOnlyIncognito]

i'm not happy they are ok tbh

[@Shadowcu123]

Don’t worry it’s a Toyota

[@scaggly9239]

Hands down the MOST INTENSE caught in a tornado video on KZbin. Glad you guys are okay.

[@maryp1294]

I totally agree!! 😲

[@Luna-mx7fi]

This video reminded me of the legendary tornado chaser that was chasing tornados with his son and friend. They sadly were killed.

[@scaggly9239]

@@Luna-mx7fi Yeah Tim and Paul Samaras. And Carl Young.

[@rebeccaspellmeyer5761]

Have you seen the footage from the weather channel when their car was flipped?

[@scaggly9239]

@@rebeccaspellmeyer5761 i did. Also very intense. BUT just seeing the fear of the moment from inside the car as the tornado pummels them gave an entirely different perspective. For me anyway.

[@foxf6]

This is 100% better than any twister remake movie.

[@John-X]

yeah film makers should literally just drive into tornadoes instead of yet another CGI-fest that looks so fake. i mean they get tons of money & could probably even help with tornado research too, & build tornado-proof cars n stuff. I bet Tom Cruise could do it. hah, imagine- imagine Tom Cruise doing the Tom Cruise run from an actual tornado 😅

[@SeeMeRolling]

@@John-X just pay to use all the footage that already exists, no reason to risk more lives for a movie

[@TheHockerMan1]

Twister is way better then this you have no taste

[@foxf6]

@@TheHockerMan1 guess not lol

[@TheHockerMan1]

@@foxf6 no offense bro but cmon

[@Romantico1962]

Chasing tornadoes is not a joke. Even those who have more experience have been killed before. They are very lucky to be alive.

[@UziD_Offical]

They know this mr/ms takes everything seriously.

[@mplwy]

Not luck, Devine intervention. It sounded like every one of them said a prayer and they were curbing their language for the most part.

[@efiore9357]

Yes they were. That prayer when they got stuck in the power lines was definitely heard

[@TristanFerrin-y1g]

Jesus Christ heard you and saved you Jesus Christ is Lord

[@wendys7334]

Grateful to you guys for having the courage to post this video. It shows that someone can have radars and maps and knowledge and still make a huge, fatal mistake. So glad you all survived. Definitely a teachable moment to anyone who thinks they'll be just fine jumping in the car to track a tornado. It's just too easy to...mess up. Thanks.

[@SeeMeRolling]

exactly another example is what happened to tim samaras and his son paul from the twistex team

[@FranklinJr.-up7jd]

Only a bunch of a$$holes would ride into or even get that close to a damn tornado it's a stupid thing for anybody to do

[@Ducky2964]

In my 20 plus years in the fire service I’ve did and seen A LOT of crazy & scary stuff, but nothing like this. When I saw those poles falling and the wires arcing, my heart sank because you guys had no way out and those were HIGH energy lines. I’m so glad that you guys made it out. Yes, the car, and other things are replaceable material, your lives aren’t.

[@MrMasterDebate]

Why can’t they drive over the lines

[@-Astralized-]

@@MrMasterDebate the car is made out of metal. if they droven over that then i dont even know what would happen to them...

[@Trouble-Clef]

@@-Astralized-I always thought the rubber of the tires grounded them therefore protecting them as long as they stay in the car. Don’t leave unless there’s a fire and you have no choice but even then there’s a specific way you have to do it. And don’t touch anything in the car or even touch each other. Just sit still keep your hands to yourself and call 911 and wait until they shut the power off. I worked for electrical company years ago and that’s what we were taught.

[@saltnpepperpupper947]

​@@Trouble-Clef Thanks for the info, I need to research that topic more. There was an awful incident last year I think in Texas, where a woman got out of her car and died instantly, a couple kids in the back of the same car, who were family members of her saw it. I really hope her families doing okay.

[@acidicpurple8559]

I've been watching tornado/severe weather related content on KZbin for over 10 years now, and this video is hands down the most terrifying one.

[@georgevavoulis4758]

God bless these guys they are real storm chasers not those guys on the weather networks who have 30 minutes videos 90% of them infront of camera and tornadoes 5 miles away.

[@KilianLoyn4089]

Мне приходилось видеть и более страшные кадры. А этих ребят ну потрясло немножко, а они уже заплакали как девчонки. 😄

[@msaz2720]

@@KilianLoyn4089 Please don’t assume a girl would be crying. I’ve been through many dangerous situations and never cried. You sound very immature, are you a child?

[@KilianLoyn4089]

​@@msaz2720То что кажется не всегда правда. 😊

[@hoofhearted3]

​@@KilianLoyn4089go away

[@shevanz1589]

This is one of the scariest things ive seen on the internet. I can not believe you guys made it through that. Thank you for sharing

[@jackvale]

Duuude! So glad you guys are ok! Thank God! He protected you!

[@TannerCharlesYT]

Same man! When the tornado was hitting us, I had so much peace from God - even got a vision of angels around the car keeping it from being lofted in the air. Wild stuff - thankful to be alive! God is faithful!

[@OfficalUnknownUser]

@@barchimes What do you mean?

[@yurei3714]

they just got extremely lucky. nothing to do with a higher being

[@chroniclesofangie2762]

@@yurei3714absolutely not

[@OfficalUnknownUser]

@@yurei3714 Okay believe what you want to.

[@silasngui1601]

"We'll be okay.." Few moments later "Looooord pleeease, please..!!"

[@Sejtenn232]

lowkey annoying

[@xandercage8082]

you beat me to it....

[@OuterLimitsArt.]

Well… was he wrong? He said they’d be ok in Jesus name and He always shows up when called upon.

[@burger7900]

​@@Sejtenn232 how? Praying for god and begging for their lives is annoying?

[@cakeyeditss]

@@Sejtenn232That’s crazy. In a traumatizing vulnerable moment when they’re all horrified, thinking they’re going to die, you say that’s “annoying”. Gosh, people these days.

[@AndrewPritchard]

Man. Tornado was moving at highway speeds, and yet it sat over you guys for what felt like an eternity. Glad to have you all still with us.

[@dlv51]

Tells ya how big it was to last that long

[@lorenheard2561]

I am Thankful for you guys. Never doubt that Jesus will be there for you,and I know you do these chases for documentation- That was way freaky...😫😩

[@deadshot4245]

lets stick you in ef3 winds and see whos screaming then @@VIKINGOCATIRE

[@Aley_Reno]

@@lorenheard2561If you think Jesus saved em why don’t you test it yourself and see if Jesus saves you then? Lmao.

[@joshuabermudez2372]

It almost seems like the tornado stopped over them on purpose lol.

[@HKC-TheDisaster]

This actually truly IS some of THE best tornado footage ever seen...being almost directly underneath that curved vortice - without a bunch of rain , darkness or debris obstructing the detail was amazing - thanks for posting this !

[@amateurfilmaker]

dad lore is going to be insane

[@UziD_Offical]

💀

[@popcorn_pro4259]

😂😂😂

[@thrivingsprouts]

I lived through the Joplin, Mo tornado in 2011 but this, this is what feelings look and sound like. This is the stuff they can't show on the news. This is what happens and unless we're able to experience it, we would never truly know what it's like. Thank you for being brave and filming this but SO thankful you all are alive and well!! Tornadoes are no joke.... It's like a mountain that grows and dissolves within a few minutes to a few hours. The part that I appreciated the most was the saying "we have to be proactive now" that's the part people forget during a chaotic and shockingly terrified moment is such a good reminder to take a breath but keep moving till you're to safety. Till then no one is safe yet. 🎉 So happy, you guys made it out of that!! 🎉

[@BlackslooklikeHarambe]

Lmfao 😂😂😂 you got SCARED 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@EphemeralProductions]

Indeed ❤️❤️❤️

[@BlackslooklikeHarambe]

You got SCARED 😱 LMFAO

[@shaanchaudhry5719]

The Joplin tornado was stuff of nightmares that needs its own separate category. It looked like a nuclear bomb was dropped on you guys

[@chanecialifecoach3070]

❤❤❤❤❤ so blessed you survived that. I've seen multiple videos of that and it was horrendous!

[@GrimeyAdams]

When that dude said “oh no” that sent chills down my spine. Glad everyone was ok, physically at least.

[@jbruh6246]

Hello PTSD my old friend

[@yeeaahBUDDY]

That part made me belly laugh

[@MrH.09]

@@jbruh6246Hence the reason he said "physically"

[@UnCreativeDeconstructionism]

I bet they chuckled too cuz they replayed it.

[@nheverest3888]

Hi guys, sorry for my English, I'm French. I'm a fan of tornado and I discovered the channel a few hours ago. Never has a video made me feel so much emotion. Thank God you are alive, continue what you are doing, but stay careful.

[@FarikoPacer]

I do auto body repair and let me tell you, if that car was facing any other way and if those seats were protecting yall someone would’ve had their head or throat cut wide open from all that debris flying at the car. That front window would’ve failed and someone could’ve been killed. Thankfully you guys are okay and learned.

[@Divi77e]

if they heads downed wouldnt they be fine with windows being of safety glass?

[@ev446]

was that a hay bail that rolled over the car at the end?

[@qa3990]

… no they clearly were protected by God because they prayed for his protection… because otherwise their head or throat would be sliced right?

[@VasOnTheSpot]

@@qa3990 let's pretend God also didn't steer a tornado into them and also cut off their escape route almost perfectly.

[@saltnpepperpupper947]

​@ev446 I really want to know too, if I can find any answer I will try to edit this comment. Edit: it may have been a grain bin.

[@jbreezy3146]

Hands down the most raw footage I have ever seen, so glad you all are ok praise God 🙏 that could've turned out deadly.

[@FxnesseBoyZ_5]

it really is.

[@goldenwolf8081]

My reaction rn 😧😨it’s a true god givin miracle there alive! Praise god!

[@yeeaahBUDDY]

If you can credit god for protecting them then you can equally blame god for the ones who aren't so lucky

[@kaliberr021]

​@@yeeaahBUDDY But it's not a one to one comparison. Thanking God for someone being alive isn't the same as blaming him for someone's passing, or whatever it may be. It's more about recognizing the good in life and acknowledging blessings, rather than pointing fingers when things don't go as planned. There's this belief in a bigger picture, where we're all part of a grand design. So, when life's going great, we're all about giving thanks. But when it gets rough, that's when we really lean into our faith for some comfort without necessarily blaming a higher power for every tragedy..

[@BryceEdwardBrown]

3:37 felt like a really cinematic moment. Glad everyone in the car was okay

[@BMarie774]

And the horror felt afterwards when they started debating getting out to go to the ditch. One panicked decision could’ve killed someone.

[@mergat2970]

2:51 and this. Powerlines almost fell in their path

[@Overlordplayzgaming]

Hi

[@weqrgyearhywq]

Gives you an idea of what previous tornado chasers who weren't so lucky and died might have gone through just before their final moment.

[@buddah5674]

I came close to being Inside a tornado, back in the late 90’s I was a truck driver doing a route thru Wisconsin. The tornado flip the entire back of my truck. I was unconscious and woke up my truck was torn to shreds I was amazed I even survived.

[@RadelynFigueroa]

Are you sure you werent actually in it?

[@buddah5674]

@@RadelynFigueroa Honestly that is a possibility, all I really remember was my truck trotting back n forth like crazy, then I woke up to my truck being destroyed.😅

[@catfish.with.top.hat.]

seeing videos like this with raw human emotion is a reminder that this isn’t all “oh pretty tornado”. i’m so glad y’all made it out alive.

[@sean78745]

Drives into tornado. "IN THE NAME OF JESUS PROTECT ME"

[@hondarider100r]

😂

[@DoctahToboggan69]

PROTECT ME FROM THIS TORNADO YOU HIT ME WITH, PLEASE!!!!

[@MilosNikolic-do4eh]

What?​@@DoctahToboggan69

[@DoctahToboggan69]

@@MilosNikolic-do4eh you can read what I said, right? Their god controls the weather apparently… they drive themselves into a tornado.. then beg to be saved 😂

[@MilosNikolic-do4eh]

@@DoctahToboggan69 So when U insult God it was God that did it?U fool thing called free will same as the nature moves

[@retroking59]

Their ability to not curse is impressive

[@HeroicLarvy]

Literally about to die "Oh shoot oh fudge"

[@echohill1031]

I am so proud of you all. The compassion you showed towards one another in this video is outstanding. I feel your family members want to hug you and kick you at the same time over this video. Thank you for sharing. God bless you and your families. ❤❤

[@amberstreetfilms]

You're yelling, Please, Please, broke my heart. Glad you guys made it through and are okay. Who hasnt made a bad mistake in life? Who hasnt been terrified of something that could rip one to shreds?

[@MightBeNoir]

They asked for this to happen they literally chased and drove right into the tornado.. the dude screamin “PLEAAASE” is clearly not cut out for this😭

[@MightBeNoir]

It’s a miracle they survived tho I’m glad

[@heregoesfranklin5962]

Who hasn’t made a living driving into tornados🌚

[@joshlikestrains]

Thank that friend, he kept everyone together and helped. That is a real friend

[@gely_]

The one screaming Jesus help me? Yeah no this guy made the situation 10x worse, holy fuck. This is a person you never want to have in an extreme situation like this. Panicking is the WORST thing to do. lower morale and botching to Jesus like it’s going to do something. Video got me super angry. The driver needs to do something other than storm chasing. Seriously.

[@joshlikestrains]

@@gely_ the one after that, the guy that said it was no ones fault and kept calm. What would you do if your vehicle was by that? Probably be panicked and scream?

[@KiriChan99]

​@@gely_​@gely_ Your lack of empathy and understanding is *ASTOUNDING!* At the point he started screaming, they *COULDN'T* do anything, so panicking didn't obstruct anything any further. Moreover, they're *HUMAN!* They have fears too! If I was in that car I'd be screaming too! How can you just sit there and watch this and be *MAD* at someone for being terrified? Don't you ever get scared? Why don't you do something more productive than sitting here and going _"Hurr durr, what babies! I can't believe someone would be SCARED of a TORNADO!"_ Unbelievable. People like you make me sick.

[@limyize]

@@gely_bro acting like he would champ it out. Stfu dawg

[@D0NCH33T0]

Riley don't you dare say sorry. Cant even imagine doing anything else but just praying when I'm about to possibly get ripped in half by a giant vortex of wind...Theres nothing else to do but just stay down and hold onto that hope as strong as you can. God bless all of you 🙏🏾

[@ethanburgess5115]

Bro after the carnage said,”we have to be proactive now” what an absolute stud. Incredible bearings in a tough situation. Praise God for you.

[@EphemeralProductions]

Sometimes that’s all you can do. Something just takes over in you sometimes in situations like that and you just start taking control. Sometimes you have to because no one else is

[@andrewnotrealname848]

That was exactly correct from a survivalist standpoint. Staying in that car means that a secondary tornado could finish you off. The first thing you need to do after surviving disaster is assess whether another one is coming, and how to prepare for it. They confirmed they were out of the tornado, and that dude instantly moved on to checking for the next one. It was a perfect response to a horrible situation.

[@akuhappy3246]

@@charliedroves5610 they are storm chaser

[@justglenn1037]

This video should have more than 100 mil hits. The intensity of your experience is off the charts for so many reasons. I mean how many people can say they survived a direct hit tornado while surrounded by high voltage wire? My heart is still pounding after watching it!

[@Mark-nx5xj]

I think it's the squealing like farm animals over a situation they willingly and stupidly put themselves into that is keeping it from getting 100 million hits

[@Turk_2023]

@@Mark-nx5xj They could have been sucked out that back window or the roof completely smash down on them.... Hellen Keller would have been screaming bloody murder.

[@thenarethechildrenfree]

They prayed.

[@med1pilot1956]

I lived through a tornado that destroyed our house with us in it. My wife and I were temporarily trapped under debris and had to fight through it to get our infant son out of the rubble. Nine people died in that F5 that left a path 42 miles long. My pulse skyrocketed watching you live through that. What a horrible experience!

[@JohnnyDanger36963]

Name of tornado?

[@lynetteclarke6554]

I'm from England we never have bad weather it's so bizarre hearing about this we have no idea what you go through

[@emilieprocsal4541]

Thank god you guys are ok and alive.I cried when I heard him scream please lord save us…it scared the hell out of me when the large debris blown over. All of that’s over now🙏

[@Aety9]

WOW! What a scary and raw video... I didn't see it mentioned in the comments, but at 6:43 Stepping out of the car right away like that with downed powerlines nearby was probably as dangerous as that tornado was. Dodged 2 bullets there. Glad everyone made it out OK!!

[@PNW_Cali_Baby]

The power lines got blown away. It trapped them for a minute before the storm really set in.

[@andrewnotrealname848]

They checked the rear and front windows for the power lines. Without either side present, there was extremely little risk of them being in the blind spot that was left

[@Aety9]

​@@andrewnotrealname848 @3:33, just before the worst of the storm hit, you can see powerlines/poles hanging over the wet roadway. @4:14 you can see how close the wire is to the car. Even if the storm blew it further away, power lines can energize the ground up to 35ft away from point of contact (about the length of a full-size school bus). @6:45, I can see what LOOKS like wires extending down the side of the road. If the vehicle was in contact with an area of charged ground/water, stepping out like he did could have electrocuted him. The safe option would have been to stay in the car. IF he needed to exit, he should have jumped clear without touching the car and the ground at the same time. Land with feet together, then shuffle away with feet close together.

[@andrewnotrealname848]

@@Aety9 I don’t think those were power lines. I think that was just some debris. It’s hard to see though.

[@Aety9]

@@PNW_Cali_Baby @6:45 although brief, I can see what looks like long, thin wires extending the length of the side of the road.

[@aircastles1013]

This video is INCREDIBLE. You guys had some guts putting it online. Being in utter terror for your life in a situation like that is a deeply personal thing and it’s good you all supported each other so well. I have watched a lot of stormchaser, tornado chaser stuff but this one will never be topped for showing what it is really like. I fully expected the car to lift in the air, do you think it was because there were four men holding it down it was too heavy? Or is the main strength of the circular wind just above the height of the car? You guys, I have so much respect!

[@dosomestuff1949]

its the cars weight. The people's weight is negligable to a 20 ton car.

[@dosomestuff1949]

meant to say 2

[@pickelsvonbrine]

These guys are lucky to be alive. My lord that was intense. Poor guy sobbing. That… good lord that was intense. I think it’s time to go home now.

[@JLE999]

I’ve watched enough tornado videos to know that if one guy is scared and the other two are sayings “dude it’s fine! We are totally safe” it’s definitely not fine and not safe. 😂

[@robertrhoden1823]

You guys have a good group of personalities. The dude screaming was the group thought and it was necessary/understandable. to stay in focused and alert about the current situation but hold fast to any opportunity available to leave. And the guy who said it’s time to be proactive now, absolutely right on the nail. Focused and sharp on what the situation was afterwards. You want friends like these two plus the other guys who held it down as well. These differences bolster the group as a whole. I have no need to emphasize a danger I haven’t experienced. But thanks to you all, we got footage of a real life experience, so I’m educated, happy for yours lives remaining unharmed, and the footage y’all provided. that’s what I’m talking about. two birds Please don’t do it again. But thank you from the deepest pockets of my soul.

[@garytaylor8193]

This. People dont realize just how good it is to have a friend that when you do crazy stuff si always willing to say "We can stop and turn around" because that friend will be the one to save your life one day

[@BostonAmy]

You're so right. My personality is similar to the he driver. I'm ok before and during a dangerous situation. I'm actually pretty brave. But I'm also the one who'd be affected by PTSD afterwards.

[@itsmehellopatty]

This is hands down the best comment I have ever read in my life!!❤❤❤ You must be an awesome person in real life, I’m sure of that.

[@ToddMitchell62]

Spot on. Well said.

[@joelrivardguitar]

It's a good comment but I don't want anyone losing their cool and screaming for a magic deity at that point. If that deity is real he can go save one of the 10,000 children who will die today from starvation. As happens every day. I've made my bed and will deal with it. Or the 10 year old who died in this tornado. The poor father lost his wife as well.

[@aceyval2018]

The most intense tornado video ive seen in my entire life. Im glad you guys are ok. My blessings and prayers are with you guys. This is a real life miracle scenerio we all just witnessed.

[@kcummiskey92]

Lol these dumbasses just got lucky. They headed toward a tornado in a sedan with no protection.

[@beepfd]

man, that by far was the single most intense footage i have ever seen. also, i believe the tornado also inadvertently saved you guys after it passed, as it took the very powerlines with it, making it safe to leave the vehicle afterwards... regardless i am so glad you all are alive and made it through that!

[@KnightLightXL]

God was with you my friend, I am glad you are all safe

[@petrk2603]

That was really powerful, I experienced those emotions with you. It reminded me of an incident in a snow storm in the mountains, when a group of us also didn't know if we would survive. Emotions were very similar. May you continue to thrive, and may it enrich you.

[@LaramidiaWX]

Scary! What a horrible feeling it must have been when the poles came down and you were stuck in that beast's path just waiting for it to hit. So glad you and your friends are still with us Tanner.

[@ItsKerfufflefan]

I get so emotional watching this I know what It feels like me and my house were in the direct path of an EF3 tornado back in 2021 and it’s the most traumatic thing ever. I’m glad you guys are okay and I thank you guys as a team for being great people and forgiving of one another.

[@hal312]

was it the one in Illinois in June of that year? I was in that one too if it's the same one. Right in the heart

[@shaanchaudhry5719]

What kind of damage did your house sustain?

[@hal312]

@@shaanchaudhry5719 needed a whole new roof, new garage, new fences, new siding, new gutters, somehow no broken windows. But the biggest loss was our 100 year old Maple tree fell over and smashed my Toyota Corolla to pieces. Completely totalled it.

[@shaanchaudhry5719]

⁠@@hal312Damn that’s insane!! We got an EF3 in central Louisiana in 2019 which is highly unusual to get a tornado of that size. It stayed on the damn ground for over an hour. Luckily my house was ok but unfortunately my place of work and several areas of town got a lot of damage. Very sad to hear about your damage and especially losing that tree.

[@LunaFairy12]

0:18 we will be fine😂

[@Theloneranger316]

Gosh this brings back terrifying memories for me as a kid. I survived an F4. It hit my house and I hid in my bathtub with my mom hovering over me. I’m so glad Jesus protected you guys. I cried watching this.

[@nickhood4073]

This was so incredibly intense. It's a miracle you guys made it through that. After it was gone I felt the wave of relief, I cannot imagine what you guys felt. Glad you're all okay 🙌

[@R-Lee-]

They called on Jesus to protect them and he performed a miracle.

[@christiangardener6073]

the first video i saw on tic tok cut out during the tornado and i kept doing reseach to find out if they survived or not. found this video, i am glad that Jesus answered their prayers and pleas to save them.

[@MiraChan]

I'm so glad you all survived. It was eerie watching you go through that intersection by the grain silo at 2:48, knowing that another storm chaser got hit by the tornado and had their car destroyed at that location.

[@DeathShiniGama]

Wait are you assuming another storm chaser got hit there or do you know for sure?

[@kitsune9329]

@@DeathShiniGama I'm almost 100% sure those silos at that intersection are GONE, and another storm chaser got hit in that exact location. I'm just not sure if it was the same tornado or even the same day.

[@DeathShiniGama]

@kitsune9329 I was more just curious of how they got their info 😅 I've never watched storm chaser videos, algorithm brought it my way.

[@UriahRayDean]

You are right the other chaser seen in the Pruis earlier in the video was also involved with this tornado but his car was hit harder in my opinion.

[@deenasmusicbox]

@@UriahRayDeanDo they have a video of it happening?

[@Hawkfur_wcue_diff_account-]

4:28 That light in the back window: 💃💃💃🕺🕺🕺🕺

[@SHOUTband]

lol

[@oldladywithcats206]

Wow, that was intense. So glad you guys are ok. I can't even imagine how scary that was

[@hollyklein6265]

I've never white knuckled so hard thru tornado footage. Absolutely intense. Thank God you guys are safe. Thank you for posting such an emotional event, as I know the decision to share it wasn't an easy one.

[@gaberoyalll]

same here !

[@txladywolf01]

Right with you!!!

[@DJMalva79]

Couldn't have said it better

[@nacs]

I mean.. .god is the reason the tornado is there in the first place?

[@cyphlone3306]

​@@nacsEverything can happen because of the sin of the world. The reason why there was suffering because of sin. Aren't you also forgetting that the devil exists? The devil works in this world to let people stray further from God.

[@mohnjayer]

Easily the most intense chaser footage I’ve ever seen. Wow. So glad y’all made it out. Honestly, I’m surprised this kind of thing with infrastructure or debris blocking your path doesn’t happen more often to chasers. What an unbelievably horrifying situation.

[@beckiecobos5843]

Did anyone ever hear him say he was a pro? I heard him say he's done.

[@richardcheney6964]

@geekfreak618 his sacrifice won't be in vain. i have high respect for the people willing to do suicidally-stupid shit for the sake of it. Astronauts, submariners, and these "goofs"

[@nosrah9660]

The difference is that these idiots would have been remembered and used as prime examples of why you prepare your vehicle and plan for the worst case scenario. That way you have a better chance of escaping unharmed and don't die screaming.

[@liceafilms]

@@richardcheney6964no it’s truly just stupidity and they’re not trying to make anyone’s life better by doing this

[@liceafilms]

@@nosrah9660screaming like the idiots they are.

[@Ic3cold47]

God got you through it. Isaiah 43:2 says, "When you pass through the waters, I will be with you; and when you pass through the rivers, they will not sweep over you. When you walk through the fire, you will not be burned; the flames will not set you ablaze". God protected you through this

[@chloeclingerman9883]

I’ve watched this video several times. The raw human emotion, crying out to the Lord, power of the tornado - and no one seems to mention when the tornado actually passes over them & darks everything out. Insane! Praise God you guys made it through! He’s got different plans for you.

[@ellerichardson1094]

Amen 🙌🏻 God is good ❤

[@batteleyyachtlife9957]

Amen❤

[@donnamiller8571]

Amen..that's what I think. 🙏

[@EphemeralProductions]

Every tornado chaser must accept that occurrences like this are always a possibility. Sounds like you accepted the risk and still wanted to chase despite it! I am glad you didn’t let fear stop you from chasing and that you made it out fine through this experience. I like to think you and the others are much wiser and stronger now! Life has a way of doing that to us!

[@BlackslooklikeHarambe]

It was hilarious 😂😂😂😂 they got SCARED and acted like a bunch of Babycries 😂😂😂😂 I laughed until my chest hurt at this

[@KYLE1654-v7m]

LOL God nor Jesus isn't going to Protect you.

[@tornadotrx]

Yo Tanner, this is some insane footage and story. Lots of people tearing you apart for this, but it's an incredible learning experience and shows humility to share it for others to see. Thank you for showcasing it.

[@akuhappy3246]

we always can learn, even with our mistake

[@christyj2618]

That is the scariest experience I have ever watched. Thank God you all made it.

[@therealmasonicbwe]

That powerline trapping you was so scary then the tornado heads towards you, I'm glad that you and the others are safe afterwards

[@NiknNate_Official]

So thankful that you guys lived to document this. Thank God he protected you. He had mercy and said, “I’m not done with you yet.” This video is giving me 2nd thoughts about going storm chasing

[@hennpenn2]

Divine intervention. Jesus heard your plea for help and he answered. Praise God. 🙌

[@geonerd]

But Jeebus ignores the prayers of dying children worldwide. Sounds legit!

[@briguy345]

​@@Niroc98no one asked you

[@BrooksBabbling]

They drove their own dumb selves into this situation

[@louissanderson719]

What makes these guys so special and the people killed in other tornadoes not?

[@Walker733]

Nah, it's called luck. Sometimes it happens but usually not.

[@Yumitimee]

Him screaming “PLEASE JESUS!!” shows how scary storms/tornados are

[@justanaprilzepher1795]

Praise God He kept you safe. I’m very impressed by the faith you expressed during what happened to you. It’s rare to find a storm chasing group that doesn’t cus during something like that

[@MrPooPooJohn]

Hahahahahaha

[@APETWAT]

Lmao

[@HyzerFlip]

You could not be more lame.

[@geonerd]

Christian 'faith' is a terribly fragile thing, and I don't see them as having any real faith at all. Seconds after the power lines fell, they started desperately screaming for their sky daddy to intervene and save them. If they had genuine faith, they would have been a LOT more calm in the face of danger.

[@brandonsargent7105]

Let me guess, if they had died it magically wouldn’t have been God’s fault lmao

[@godsstruggler8783]

I was thinking how the disciples panicked in the storm as Jesus chilled in the same boat. He delivered you, too. Thanks for sharing such an emotionally brutal experience with us. It's a reminder that life is so brief and so fragile.

[@iiamshayyy9570]

Literally sobbed watching this, even knowing that you guys made it out didn’t make it better. God was 100% on your side, it wasn’t your time. God bless you and your friends ❤❤❤

[@bravesoul5743]

Me too😢 crying here

[@eamonmac2751]

God 😆

[@ellietny3238]

what has god to do with this lmao

[@bloodgush25]

@@ellietny3238what’s it like being a lowlife loser who creeps and undermines other people’s beliefs for absolutely no reason

[@bloodgush25]

@@eamonmac2751coming from the 50 yearold wannabe guitarist in a dirty house

[@abigailcole502]

seeing them in this car and them getting pounded with Debris is what scared me and the fact the guy was actually screaming and then crying...god I'm so thankful they are all alive..

[@Momlyfe3]

I’m so glad you guys are ok. That was scary to watch. I couldn’t imagine being there, and definitely couldn’t imagine being in the back seat.

[@michca2112]

This was a pretty powerful footage that had me instinctively covering my own head and then I even had tears at the end of the video with all that raw emotion. Glad you all were safe and that you kept your wits about you without panicking through the worst of. God and your guardian angels definitely had your back that day.

[@user-nl5vj9jv1h]

That was the scariest chaser footage I’ve ever seen and heard. The screams and the roaring winds…just…wow. I’m so thankful that you guys are safe! Praise God!

[@reyanshsingh470]

The fact they didn’t curse when the power line fell is crazy mad respect

[@OHWXisweird]

The powerlines falling infront of yall and the car getting hit and rolled was the scariest footage I've seen. I was tearing up a little from seeing this. I'm so glad yall are okay. This is really eye opening with the dangers of storm chasing and how one mistake or miscalculation can end your life. I noted how yall already had an escape route planned, but accidents and/or unforeseen events can happen even with plans. I feel every storm chaser, future or current, should watch this video and really soak it in.

[@robalso]

There was nothing unforeseen about this. They chased a fkn tornado knowing full well what tornadoes can do.

[@bettywhite6672]

Not sure it was a mistake or miscalculation ? I’ve seen a video from Reed where a tornado changed direction unexpectedly. Just glad they’re ok though. ❤

[@ericphipps7462]

Wow. I didn’t realize they rolled until I read your comment and watched it a couple more times. Unbelievable.

[@moneyspreejb3812]

They are blesssed that them lines didn’t smash them wow

[@Thenormalguy101]

for the "tough" people that are dissing on the guy screaming, heres a fact: everyones response to genuine fear for their life is different. some are calm, some are calculated, some freeze and some yell.

[@jabberwolf7348]

Yes, some have have dignity... some lose it and scream like a 8 year old girl. Calm and calculated is what is needed as a storm chaser, not the other.

[@jackhughes7637]

​@@jabberwolf7348 Once again, people can't control how they react to facing a possible fatal incident. "What is needed as a storm chaser" is irrelevant when you think you might die.

[@Enigma2K99]

Yeah, everybody's tough... until they're trapped in a vehicle and tossed around by a killer tornado. These men have NOTHING to be ashamed of. And are very lucky to be alive.

[@yvngyagami]

i hate watching natural disaster videos because the comments are absolutely full of some of the worst human beings saying stupid shit. it is sad you have to even say this

[@nevenneven8159]

@@jackhughes7637 If your response is to scream like an 8 year old girl when faced with a chance of death and then cry afterwards then dont participate in a hobby where there is a very real chance of death 🤷‍♂️

[@jessismallz]

I had such an emotional reaction to this video… I’m in tears and can’t believe how emotionally powerful this video is. I’m so glad you guys are okay!! I’m so sorry this happened to you guys and I hope you all were able to take some time and recover physically and emotionally from this! God is good and he was there with you guys!

[@miriam7779]

Praise Jesus ! 🤟

[@sxmi_28]

It’s 2024 right now but thank god you guys are ok. The navigation was being an idiot at that time. Thank god you guys are alive.🙏

[@twister1296]

This is by far the most terrifying tornado footage I have ever seen. I am so glad that you guys are okay.

[@DeanSchumacher]

There's another guy tht chases in a Prius and it's worse then this he flipped in his car multiple times very scary thank God there all alive very dangerous situation.

[@paigemaddi]

High Risk Chris. Ya, that video is terrifying. So is Mike Bettes video with the weather channel 😥​@DeanSchumacher

[@cindymandujano9986]

Praise God for His mercy and for giving His angels charge over you! He is a very present help in times of trouble 🙏🏻So grateful you all are ok

[@DJ-iu5bb]

As someone that lived in Kentucky that lived through Dec 10th / 11th Tornadoes of 2021 you guys are insane 😂 that being said I'm glad y'all alive 🙏 and thank you for this footage

[@user-vh1os6em7s]

Thank god your okay

[@kagb86]

Had those powerlines not fallen, you would have been able to get away. And that was an absolute gut punch for me. I felt so hopeless when that happened. I can't imagine how y'all felt when that happened! I'm SO glad you guys are okay and here to share your story.

[@ralphonzodrawls9191]

Definitely a smart move to put yourself in that situation and then act so surprised when something like this happens. "holy shoot" ☠

[@Aley_Reno]

@@ralphonzodrawls9191fr

[@lFunGuyl]

If the power lines hadn't fallen, they might have run for the ditch, which would have made things much different in a terrible way

[@gucciashton4731]

The guy screaming may not be cut out for this after all.

[@blakenaftel3637]

Yeah. One guy out of four, though. I think when they were looking for people to bring along, 25% isn't too bad. And at least now they know who not to bring next time.

[@zezegambles]

yeah that guy is soft. nobody wants to die hearing your girly screams bro.

[@tonyjonesbassoonwhippet2271]

@zezegambles 😂😂😂

[@baggelissonic]

Man turned into Goofy.

[@umberrizwan5376]

​@@zezegamblesbruh that's normal in some way,it's human nature to be afraid of death

[@LeeJames-v2j]

Unbelievable. I have to think those prayers are why you lived to tell this remarkable story. That...that was no "come out unscathed" situation.

[@RobloxGamingCorner]

I felt bad for all of them, That even brought one of them to tears, I can see why storm chasing can be deadly, I'm thankful they lived, He may have PTSD and a phobia of storms now

[@foxwoodjones9831]

As someone who lived through an F4 tornado as a child (back when they were rated that way), this brought up a whole host of frightening memories I’d long ago buried. I was 8 and so lucky to be alive. I don’t know how it didn’t destroy our house, when the house across the street was ripped away to the slab, but it didn’t. I was haunted for years after this by even the slightest grey cloud in the sky. Thankfully I’m better now, but still hold much respect for Mother Nature. She is beast! Praise God you guys were spared!❤

[@foxwoodjones9831]

Edited- I wrote f5, but after looking it up, it was apparently an f4.

[@ChillCubez2001]

What tornado was it? (If you can say)

[@MrsSherrymcm]

This is my absolute worst fear! Hearing you cry absolutely crushed my soul! Our Lord definitely answered your prayers & cries. What a miracle that you all survived!!!

[@thebombcat]

That'll sure teach you to punch through a hail core right into a tornado...gotta take the long way around for safety. Those powerlines were a nutty day ruiner though. Glad you guys made it.

[@Nyx-i6r]

But they didn't went through it they got stuck by an electric pole and the tornado caught up to them

[@curexwsg]

We're stuck" sent chills down my spine

[@thureintun1687]

Oh man, i feeling so bad for the worries you guys hav been thru. It is very glad to see it all ended with all you guys alive! Thats most important! Tornadoes are terrifyingly dangerous

[@Candace11-q5p]

I just saw your video right now and all I could do is cry for you guys! I sat on my couch and actually cried hoping that you all were okay! Thank God you all were okay!

[@Dragontacular]

Dude you coulda died from those downed powerlines when you got out as well. You got lucky, glad you're okay.

[@larak5468]

I was saying out loud 'Don't get out of the car! You survived the tornado don't get killed afterward from the power lines!!'

[@Dragontacular]

@@larak5468 that’s what I was doing too. I think they were just in so much shock that they couldn’t remember the lines going down/couldn’t process it at the time.

[@farside1951]

very lucky they weren't electrocuted when they stepped out of the car.....lucky in so many ways. Always stay in you're car when downed power lines are contacting the car or near the car. Unless of course the car is burning and you have no choice. How you leave the vehicle is crucial though as if you touch the ground and the car simultaneously, you will provide a path to ground and be electrocuted. You must hop out of the car with both feet and keep hopping with feet together until you are faaaar away from the downed lines. Easier said than done....but best to stay in the car until help comes. Damned lucky!

[@TexasGuy-tc9ul]

Replace lucky with blessed. It’s a blessing that they lived through it.

[@TexasGuy-tc9ul]

It wasn’t luck, it was a blessing they made it through. That was a bit stressful to watch.

[@psi2181]

I thought the boi whos yelling "plz Jesus" was so annoying until I saw 6:41. Damn... I always admired the storms and tornados and wanted to go inside of it. It is one of the best inside tornado vids so far. thx for uploading it dude.

[@souu1234]

Hearing the screams of "Please" and "Dear lord" had me in goosebumps. Please stay safe, im glad you guys made it out alright.

[@thewillys7230]

Nice to see the kids out there playing Fuck Around and Find Out. Well done!

[@user-ur4rp3bh1g]

oh they know what they get themselves into.

[@Khloe-ip3yy]

Storm chasers do a lot more than just taking pictures of a tornado

[@Rolling-SkyJumpscares]

@@Khloe-ip3yyobviously

[@Danielle_Visuals]

Judging only based on this one video. Great. Do you know there story? Or you think they just got in the car and drove there. ​ as they say people who have never experienced what you experience will judge you. Also thos tough people probably did not experience it and are just watching, but let me tell you other people who experienced it feeling inside a frickinh tornado would under stand why they reacted like that, instead of saying, ohh screaming like an 8 year old

[@Danielle_Visuals]

Judging based what you see on one video? ​ as they say people who have never experienced what you experience will judge you. Also thos tough people probably did not experience it and are just watching, but let me tell you other people who experienced it feeling inside a frickinh tornado would under stand why they reacted like that, instead of saying, ohh screaming like an 8 year old

[@coloradoweathernut1867]

Tanner Man... You and your friends are INCREDIBLY lucky to have made it through that. Really bad luck and situation. Intense footage, some of the craziest things I've ever seen inside a tornado. That was hard to watch. Glad your all safe and can reflect and be thankful to be alive.

[@ralphonzodrawls9191]

Seems like chasing a tornado is probably bad luck.

[@ppb4937]

Luck has nothing to do with it; God was the one who kept them safe and secure.

[@Aley_Reno]

@@ppb4937Well if you think “God” kept them safe how about you go out for yourself into a tornado and see if “God” saves you then?

[@susannbasta2972]

@@ppb4937 I am not a devout believer, but no doubt a Higher Power spared their lives. Miracles do happen.

[@GeoStreber]

What a bunch of nonsense. Isn't according to you God also the one who made the tornado? @@ppb4937

[@joaorosas6950]

*This video was done by professional storm chasers* The professional storm chasers: "JESSSUUUUUUUUUUUUUUUHHHHHHHHSSSSSSS PLEAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAHHHHHSSEEEEEEEEEEEE"

[@seafogger4626]

😂😂

[@SouthernAviationHEHEHEHE]

It’s not very funny if you ask me

[@mopar_keys]

@@SouthernAviationHEHEHEHE they literally drove into it

[@barstool9156]

@@mopar_keysand firefighters go into fires. Do you make fun of them, even if they were to pray. There is not much you can do in a Tornado. You can do something within a fire.

[@evillink1]

​@barstool9156 firefighters don't act like this when shit goes down. No one would go into battle with someone like this. It was performative despair porn, and completely unnecessary. It only served to increase panic for everyone else.