In order to obtain data from dynamic weather phenomena (you know it as severe weather) it is necessary to seek out and intercept storms, to deploy network data systems, and launch sensors into the heart of the disturbance. As well, generation/impact terrain analysis requires exacting data collection. In order to do this Pullman Geosciences Inc. has teams of well trained individuals and mobile scientific laboratories ready for rapid deployment - the Severe Weather Chase Teams.

With increased fuel expenditures affecting everyone, our Mississippi Severe Weather Chase Teams use fuel efficient Kia Sorento SUV's as the primary deployment vehicles. Our Washington State Mountain and Desert Chase Team utilizes a tough Jeep Grand Cherokee 4 wheel drive unit, equipped with specialized tires and suspension to handle road debris situations and tricky maneuvers on the go. Our vehicles are equipped with the latest in energy saving micro-technology and a complete suite of communication systems including ham radio gear.

When storm data is required the team jeeps, complete with instrument packages and laptop computers, are ready to roll on a minute's notice!

Portable rocket launching stands and weather rockets are loaded into the back of the jeep as expected conditions warrant. Weather instrumentation, multiple sensors including radiation readings, and satellite communication gear are immediately online, network connected, and available for operations. Magnetic signs with company logos and Skywarn decals are slapped onto the sides of the vehicles to complete readiness.

With advances in technology and 3G mobile communitcation networks we have reduced the footprint of gear in our vehicles tremendously while still maintaining full functionality. Watch here for the new layout photos. Below are photos of the peviously used layout of gear in the chase team vehicles. With many 'on the road chase trips' we have modified equipment layout in the vehicles to reflect better efficiency of operations. The operation of gear is designed for a two man crew. We've added an Inspeed Storm Chaser Anemometer and Military AN/TMQ-34 Ground station instrument sensor unit to the the roof system. This gives us the ability for full data readings while the vehicle is stopped in the field.