Planning on heading to the theater to see the new “Twisters” movie? Keep an eye out for NOAA! You’ll see NOAA logos, props, and people (unpaid extras) throughout the movie. Our scientists worked hard behind the scenes with the producers to make the science as accurate and realistic (some of it!) as possible.
The story of “Twisters” follows a team of competing storm-chasers coming together to try to predict and hopefully quell the powerful forces of tornadoes. (Did you know that the female lead in “Twisters” is a fictional NOAA meteorologist?)
Remember, chasing tornadoes is fun, but never do it yourself. Call them tornadoes or tornadoes – it’s up to you, but the reality is these storms are anything but entertainment. They are terrifying forces of nature.
Every year, including 2024, tornadoes can cause devastating damage in just a few minutes. causing tragic loss of life and property. Just like the characters in the movie, real NOAA scientists are focused on saving lives in the face of these deadly storms. From accurate forecasts and timely warnings from NOAA’s National Weather Service to researchers working on cutting-edge research to increase knowledge and create better tools to monitor storms, we’re working every day to keep people safe and our communities safe. (Please know these things Essential tips for surviving a tornado.
Come back here again this summer for featured contentContent will include a video comparing real-life tornado science to that seen in “Twisters,” an inside look at the latest in NOAA tornado science, and a virtual behind-the-scenes tour of NOAA’s role as a consultant to the film’s producers. Now, let’s get started on the show…
