Dr. Reed Timmer

Dr. Reed Timmer, a pioneering extreme meteorologist and storm chaser, began his career filming his first tornado in Perry, Oklahoma in 1998. He went on to encounter the F5 Bridge Creek–Moore tornado in 1999, an experience that underscored his dedication to scientific observation. Dr.

Timmer is one of the few individuals to have chased both an EF5 tornado and a Category 5 hurricane. His commitment to in-situ data collection led to the development of the Dominator series of storm-chasing vehicles, beginning with Dominator 1 in 2007. This modified Chevrolet Tahoe was engineered to withstand extreme conditions and gather critical scientific data directly from within storms. Dr.

He expanded his fleet of research vehicles, building Dominator 2 in 2011 and Dominator 3 in 2013, further enhancing his capabilities to capture vital scientific data from powerful weather systems. From 2012, he starred in ‘Tornado Chasers,’ bringing his unique insights to audiences. In 2013, he joined KFOR-TV’s 4WARN Storm Team, providing expert coverage of severe weather events. Demonstrating his robust academic foundation, Dr.

During his tenure, he deployed a weather probe inside an EF2 tornado near Elk City, Oklahoma, in 2017, advancing in-situ meteorological research. His work in 2022 saw him filming inside the eyewall of Category 5 Hurricane Ian, a testament to his extreme dedication, though the effort resulted in significant damage to his Dominator Fore vehicle, a modified Subaru Forester. In 2023, Dr. Timmer extended his profound commitment beyond scientific pursuits, participating in critical search-and-rescue efforts after the devastating Rolling Fork–Silver City tornado in Mississippi, personally transporting injured individuals to hospitals.

Timmer is scheduled to embark on the ‘Dominate the Storm’ tour in 2025, bringing his unparalleled expertise and experiences to audiences nationwide.