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This was storm number 1 of 4 we had in one day within 5-6 hours. All 4 storms were tornado warned and 2 of the storms produced at least 1 confirmed tornado each...
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This was storm number 1 of 4 we had in one day within 5-6 hours. All 4 storms were tornado warned and 2 of the storms produced at least 1 confirmed tornado each.
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cameraCanon EOS REBEL T3

settings Aperture f/8.0 ISO 100 Shutter 1/60 Focal Length 18/1 

upload_dateApr, 2015

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6 Comments |
jimhelmick
 
jimhelmick June 01, 2015
Time to get out of Dodge. Remarkable photo.
shirleygordon
 
shirleygordon October 12, 2016
Scary, yet breathtaking all wrapped up in one!
davidhoughton
 
davidhoughton November 17, 2016
Great shot Jason! Glad you were my running buddy for that day!
TexanFireman
TexanFireman November 17, 2016
Yes sir! Glad to have you navigating!
Msfuzzel
 
Msfuzzel March 15, 2017
Wow!
Safetygal
 
Safetygal March 27, 2018
Incredible shot!! Such a massive storm cloud!
Lxydias2 PRO+
 
Lxydias2 January 19, 2021
Congrats! Hope you used a long lens to get this shot! Pretty scary!

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Behind The Lens

Location

I took this picture in rural Erath County near the community of Alexander. This was one of four major storms that hit Erath and surrounding counties. This one produced large hail and a tornado. The other three produced large hail and heavy winds damaging much of the county.

Time

I can't remember the exact time of day but it was before noon. We followed three out of four storms that day. I had to go to work before the fourth rolled in. Took us about 5-6 hours of back and forth trips from Erath to surrounding counties.

Lighting

There's not much to say here. It was a quick set up and take a few pictures. Didn't think about lighting at the time. Was more concerned about watching the storm.

Equipment

I used my Canon Rebel T3i and my tripod. The wind was insane with these storms.

Inspiration

My love of nature and the awe inspiring scariness of Mother Nature.

Editing

What you see is what you get.

In my camera bag

My camera and a remote shutter for my night time pictures along with two extra batteries and a spare memory card because my own memory fails me at times.

Feedback

Be careful. Mother Nature is no joke and won't hold back for anyone. I drove while a good friend and fellow first responder navigated through our home county. Tons of crazy drivers and storm spotters filled the highways with dangerous obstacles. Be ready to have your breath taken away by the complete awesome views.

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