2011 Chase Season
Chase Information2011 Chases: 10
March 22nd - SW. Iowa April 3rd - E. Iowa/NW. Illinois April 9th - E. Nebraska/W. Iowa April 10th - C. Wisconsin April 19th - S. Illinois May 22nd - E. Iowa/N. Illinois May 25th - S. Illinois June 20th - EC. Nebraska June 21st - NE. Illinois July 11th - NC. Illinois Tornadoes: 7 Highest Rating: EF-3 Biggest Hail: 1.75" (Golf Ball Size) Highest Wind: 60MPH+ Miles Driven: 5,682.2 States Chased In: 4 - IA/IL/NE/WI Local Run-Arounds/Photo Op's:
May 11th - NE. Illinois May 13th - N. Illinois Home Events:
May 29th - Sub-Severe Wind (40-55MPH) June 8th - Sub-Severe Wind (40-55MPH) August 2nd - Severe Winds (60MPH+) Biggest Hail: 0.25" (Pea Size) Highest Wind: 60MPH+ |
Chase Summary2011 was a deadly tornado season which featured several noteworthy outbreaks. Chase wise, it was a great second season for myself. I was able to chase bigger events such as 4/9 in IA, 4/19 in IL, 5/25 and 6/20 in NE. On the other hand there were also a few events that I missed, including the 5/24 event in OK. 4/9 and 6/20 chases were probably my favorite in my first 2 years of chasing. Overall it was another action packed and fun season. With some changes, 2012 should also be a great season.
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