Capturing Weather Phenomena

Connecting through Faith & Science

Reporting • Missions • Helping Others

The Chasing Team

Mike DeLange

Mike DeLange

Storm chaser, meteorologist, and passionate about capturing nature's most powerful moments.

John McKinney

John McKinney

Weather enthusiast, chaser, and dedicated to sharing the science and wonder of storms.

* This section is a work in progress

Planned Missions

Upcoming storm chasing expeditions and weather events we're tracking.

Mission details coming soon...

Past Missions

Videos, write-ups, data capture, and stories from our previous chases.

Storm chasing mission

Sample Mission Title

Date: Coming Soon

Brief description of the mission, storm type, location, and key highlights from this chase.

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Community Outreach

Connecting with others through education, safety awareness, and shared passion for weather.

Community programs and outreach initiatives coming soon...

FirstUp Foundation

Supporting our mission to help others through faith, science, and community service.

About FirstUp Foundation

FirstUp Foundation is our registered nonprofit organization dedicated to providing disaster relief assistance to communities in need. Through housing support, family aid, and communications hubs, we help families and communities recover from natural disasters.

Status: Registered Nonprofit in Nebraska

National Registration: Currently in Progress

How We Help

  • Housing assistance for displaced families
  • Family support services and essential supplies
  • Communications hubs in disaster areas
  • Rapid response and emergency coordination

Weather Center

Education, forecasts, and meteorological resources.

How Tornadoes Form

Interactive 3D visualization showing the formation process of a tornado from supercell to touchdown

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Stage 1: Supercell Formation

A supercell thunderstorm develops when warm, moist air rises and meets cold, dry air aloft, creating strong updrafts and rotation.

Controls:
Click & Drag: Rotate
Scroll: Zoom
Right Click: Pan

Interactive visualization powered by Three.js | Educational content by Mike & John WX

Education

Learn about weather phenomena, storm formation, and meteorology basics.

Forecasts

Current weather forecasts and storm tracking information.

Upper Room

A space for faith, reflection, and connecting with Jesus through the wonder of creation.

Faith content and devotionals coming soon...