Tornadoes
Intercepts across WNY and beyond, reported directly to the National Weather Service for better warning times.
Live local coverage · Falconer, NY
Accurate Weather Insights
Experience the wonder of nature — honest storm chasing, NWS field reports, and real-time updates for Western New York. Built by the community, for the community.
2017
Founded
NWS
Trained spotters
100%
Community-funded
From the field
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What we chase
From lake-effect blizzards to tornado intercepts — Western New York weather, documented without the hype. We also cover windstorms and lakeshore flooding. A photo and video gallery is coming soon.
Lake-effect snow
Erie & Ontario lake-effect events — live looks so you don’t have to drive into six feet of snow.
Waterspouts
Finger Lakes waterspouts are common here — dozens photographed and reported every year.
Beauty & sky
Sunrises, auroras, and the 2024 total eclipse — fury and beauty, captured by the same team.
Field trained
The difference
Trained, experienced chasers
Our team completes National Weather Service Skywarn spotter training and keeps learning — models, intercept timing, and ground-truth reporting.
- NWS Skywarn & Advanced Spotter credentials
- Live ground reports when radar isn’t enough
- Scientific measurements sent to NWS offices
No hype
Our promise
Honest reporting
Drama and exaggeration drive views elsewhere. We focus on accurate forecasts and what actually happened — so more people stay safe.
We don’t post model runs days ahead just to create panic. You get clear updates you can trust.
Our approachWhat sets us apart
Built by you, for you
Many chase operations chase clicks. We’re funded by viewers who want real coverage — and a path for the next generation of meteorologists.
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Community-funded
No hedge-fund agenda. Growth comes from supporters who tell us what they want to see next.
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Safety first
Accurate info beats viral panic. Every intercept feeds better awareness for Western New York.
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Next-gen ready
School talks, demos, and honest chase content for kids dreaming of meteorology.
Community voices
Trusted by local viewers
★★★★★
Finally a local chase team that doesn’t exaggerate every storm. Clear updates during lake-effect events — exactly what we need in Chautauqua County.
★★★★★
Their live looks during winter storms keep our family informed without leaving the house. Professional, calm, and actually helpful.
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Supporting a community-funded team that reports to NWS feels right. Honest weather coverage for Western New York.