HoarfrostHubb Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 I have a hard time calling it a sport when you deliberately travel to an place for the sole purpose of seeing death and destruction to "get your thrills" and then leaving the next day without bringing supplies or staying to help. I get the whole thrill aspect and I'm glad that the chasers are all fine but there was so much more that they could have done without making it a one way street. Yes death and destruction goes with chasing but so also does helping out.I am not sure that those guys expected quite the outcomeIn the past, they have chased in some pretty remote places with few people. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginx snewx Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 I have a hard time calling it a sport when you deliberately travel to an place for the sole purpose of seeing death and destruction to "get your thrills" and then leaving the next day without bringing supplies or staying to help. I get the whole thrill aspect and I'm glad that the chasers are all fine but there was so much more that they could have done without making it a one way street. Yes death and destruction goes with chasing but so also does helping out.I am sure CNN brought supplies and stayed to help out. Dude they saved some lives, not sure what you are getting at but I am not going to get into a morality debate. They documented history and now their documentation is publizing the fate of these people. Huge intrinsic value in that alone. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cold Miser Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 I am sure CNN brought supplies and stayed to help out. Dude they saved some lives, not sure what you are getting at but I am not going to get into a morality debate. They documented history and now there documentation is publizing the fate of these people. Huge intrinsic value in that alone. They looked to have floated a few people around on mattresses over to the stairs then up to the second level. There's nothing that says other's would have helped those people or if they would have died or not without the help of Josh and co. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoarfrostHubb Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 They looked to have floated a few people around on mattresses over to the stairs then up to the second level. There's nothing that says other's would have helped those people or if they would have died or not without the help of Josh and co.I assume they did things when not filmingThey documented something, collected (hopefully) some data, helped some people, did not get in the way... Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cold Miser Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 I think Kevin was having a little fun with you. You know he eats up the attention....I can't see him getting worked up with a little trolling. This place has actually been pretty good in terms of keeping banter where it should be so good job with you and everyone else. Scott is so soft and cuddly and just wants everyone to get along. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 Scott is so soft and cuddly and just wants everyone to get along. it's a weather board...no need to have drama. We need a beer summit. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginx snewx Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 They looked to have floated a few people around on mattresses over to the stairs then up to the second level. There's nothing that says other's would have helped those people or if they would have died or not without the help of Josh and co.You might want to listen to the interview on the front page. Casually dismissing what they did is incorrect . One of the people with them also was cut badly while they were saving a family which was not filmed. Also several Philipinos expressed thanks for them saving them,not to mention all the people they encountered who they warned that the storm was not your typical Philipino typhoon. Let's not pretend that they did not ignore their own safety to help folks escape death. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoarfrostHubb Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 it's a weather board...no need to have drama. We need a beer summit.The discussion thread had rampant weenie ism Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginx snewx Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 I assume they did things when not filming They documented something, collected (hopefully) some data, helped some people, did not get in the way... In fact Mark who required immediate surgery refused going to the hospital so he wouldn't use resources needed for Philippines residents. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 The discussion thread had rampant weenie ism No matter where you go, there it is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CapturedNature Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 I am sure CNN brought supplies and stayed to help out. Dude they saved some lives, not sure what you are getting at but I am not going to get into a morality debate. They documented history and now their documentation is publizing the fate of these people. Huge intrinsic value in that alone. I'm not looking for a debate - just that I can't call it a sport. Reporters typically document and stay around and help communicate needs to intra-government agencies. I'm glad they got what they wanted out of it and were able to help as they saw fit. To each his own what they feel that is. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginx snewx Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 I'm not looking for a debate - just that I can't call it a sport. Reporters typically document and stay around and help communicate needs to intra-government agencies. I'm glad they got what they wanted out of it and were able to help as they saw fit. To each his own what they feel that is.thrill seeking is a sport, any weather chaser is looking for an adrenaline rush just like extreme sports folks do Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cold Miser Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 You might want to listen to the interview on the front page. Casually dismissing what they did is incorrect . One of the people with them also was cut badly while they were saving a family which was not filmed. Also several Philipinos expressed thanks for them saving them,not to mention all the people they encountered who they warned that the storm was not your typical Philipino typhoon. Let's not pretend that they did not ignore their own safety to help folks escape death. I watched it, but I also know that Josh makes it very clear that he is there for the thrill first, and science a distant second. The video footage they gave us is awesome but it's not as if they were looking for people to save. It was people who were in their path (or where they were staying). They left the area pretty quick. I am not saying that it's wrong or right but they shouldn't be made out to be anything more than storm chasers looking for the thrill who happened to stumble into people in need. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
weathafella Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 It's not a sport any more than going to the movies is. I'm not making any kind of value judgement on it and I think Josh and crew did good there. But it's not a sport any more than me deciding to go to Valdez to. See feet of snow. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dendrite Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 It's not a sport any more than going to the movies is-Watching Josh take video on that porch looked anything but a casual night out at the movies. Maybe running the Daytona 500 is more comparable. lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginx snewx Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 I watched it, but I also know that Josh makes it very clear that he is there for the thrill first, and science a distant second. The video footage they gave us is awesome but it's not as if they were looking for people to save. It was people who were in their path (or where they were staying). They left the area pretty quick. I am not saying that it's wrong or right but they shouldn't be made out to be anything more than storm chasers looking for the thrill who happened to stumble into people in need.Never did say anything else but, thrill seeker he is. But your post made it seem like it was a put on, Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginx snewx Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 Watching Josh take video on that porch looked anything but a casual night out at the movies. Maybe running the Daytona 500 is more comparable. lol Incredible fury Jim Edds has some video up now too. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoarfrostHubb Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 I had 1" of snow so everyone is on my good side...even our former Philly mods.Did your snow survive? Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dendrite Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 Did your snow survive?Nah. Max was only 39.9 though. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 Nah. Max was only 39.9 though. CAD season is here. Congrats. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoarfrostHubb Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 Nah. Max was only 39.9 though.Topped out at 49 imby. Despite being uber sick this weekend, I did some yardwork and it felt good. Dead bugs FTWBring on the front Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoarfrostHubb Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 BOX thinks I get to 16F Tues night. Ulp Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ROOSTA Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 I have not touched one leaf yet. (what a mess) Doctor suggested I not move for 3 weeks. Frustrated because in past years not one leaf would be on the ground and bulbs would be set already. Anybody work in a hardware store or able to get discount on snow-blowers?For the first time in 25 years I'm able to walk pain-free. Oh joy! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginx snewx Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 I have not touched one leaf yet. (what a mess) Doctor suggested I not move for 3 weeks. Frustrated because in past years not one leaf would be on the ground and bulbs would be set already. Anybody work in a hardware store or able to get discount on snow-blowers? For the first time in 25 years I'm able to walk pain-free. Oh joy! Awesome news bro, look forward to seeing you Saturday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HoarfrostHubb Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 I have not touched one leaf yet. (what a mess) Doctor suggested I not move for 3 weeks. Frustrated because in past years not one leaf would be on the ground and bulbs would be set already. Anybody work in a hardware store or able to get discount on snow-blowers? For the first time in 25 years I'm able to walk pain-free. Oh joy! That is great news ! Hope to meet you Saturday Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ROOSTA Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 Awesome news bro, look forward to seeing you Saturday Likewise! Sure has been a longtime. Many people to meet and catch-up with friends. Lets hope something pops up to track. So far a normal Nov but has the look toward the end of the month to finish with snow on the ground in many areas. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CoastalWx Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 You know it's winter when MPM is fearing the QPF boogie man. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ginx snewx Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 Thank you to all of our veterans who have served. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Damage In Tolland Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 Most of the Oaks are down..but man there's some this year that just have some straggler leaves..Enough that there's still2 more leaf blowings left I think Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Brian5671 Posted November 11, 2013 Share Posted November 11, 2013 You know it's winter when MPM is fearing the QPF boogie man. we're all fearing him...no QPF no snow. Damaging drought continues Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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