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2The T.W.I.S.T.E.X El Reno Memorial in Canadian County, Oklahoma, honors storm chasers Tim Samaras, his son Paul Samaras, and Carl Young, who died in the massive 2013 El Reno tornado while conducting research. The memorial, located near the site where the team was found, serves as a tribute to their work in severe weather research and a reminder of the dangers of storm chasing, featuring tributes from the weather community and the public.
Who it honors: Tim Samaras (founder of the TWISTEX research project), his son Paul Samaras, and research partner Carl Young.
What happened: The three were killed on May 31, 2013, when they were overtaken by the largest tornado ever recorded (2.6 miles wide) while chasing it near El Reno.
Purpose: To remember the lives lost, honor their dedication to science, and serve as a place for reflection on severe weather awareness.
Features: The site includes a permanent memorial and numerous tributes left by other storm chasers and visitors from around the world.
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