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RE: Are Storm Chasers Chasing the Storm or is The Storm Chasing Them?

Aye, you can't disrespect the storm. There was this case where an experienced local astronomer and astro photographer almost lost his sight while shooting at lightning bolts. Fortunately, at that time the photographic community was quite united via a certain local forum and was able to quickly raise the funds for a timely surgery. Years later, I visited a lecture and a presentation by the same person. He was still chasing storms.

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it can be pretty dangerous and unpredictable. but from the case shared, pretty addicting. if he was close enough to have damage to his sight, he was probably lucky to be alive.