How to Stay Safe During Storm Photography

 Storm photography can be alluring, even seductive because it’s thrilling. You’re up close and personal with mighty weather systems, and your adrenaline is going to be working overtime.When the initial excitement wears off and you’re faced with the harsh reality of a dangerous situation, staying safe amid all this commotion is going to be your number one priority. The temptation is getting close enough to the storm to get that once-in-a-lifetime shot, but you have to balance this with safety if you’re going to dabble in this. 

 Staying safe during storm photography is not some oxymoron. Here’s how you do it, whether you’re taking pictures of tornadoes in the open fields of the Midwest or shooting sea storms as they crash into the harbor 

 

Never Go Into Unchartered Territory Blind

This tip really applies to the newbies more than anyone else. There’s a first for everything. If you’ve never gone on a storm-photography excursion before, don’t go into any situation without first having scouted your location. This can mean the difference between life and death (or getting severely injured).One of the wisest things you can do is scout the location you know a storm’s going to descend upon by first talking to the locals. Ask them about the area, and make sure that you know the terrain well; the last thing you want is any surprises in the middle of an intense storm. You should also explore the area on your own to gain familiarity with it.Of course, you also should check basic things such as the wind direction, speed and the tide (if you’re going to be shooting by the beach) 

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