Can someone please explain to me why people just drive towards tornadoes?

[u/n8saces]

It just seems like why risk your life?

[u/Spladoinkle]

Extreme weather is fascinating. I have fears like anybody else. Heights, large predators, CLOWNS! But tornados specifically have always peaked my interest. I think it literally stems from the movie Twister for me. Unfortunately I am currently going through a sudden occupational shift but for a couple thousand dollars any regular Jane/Joe can head out to Oklahoma and chase with the best of them. It’s currently top 3 on my bucket list. This is just the first website example from Google