The Extreme Weather Files

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  • 2018
  • 1 Season

The Extreme Weather Files is a documentary series that explores the most dangerous and catastrophic weather events from around the world. Produced by MagellanTV, the show offers an informative and engaging coverage of natural disasters such as hurricanes, tornadoes, wildfires, floods and droughts, as well as man-made environmental hazards like pollution and climate change.

The series is presented by an array of experts in the field of meteorology, climatology, and environmental science. They offer insightful analysis, compelling stories, and expert opinions on the world's most severe weather conditions. The Extreme Weather Files presents an objective and scientific view of these natural disasters and provides audiences with a greater understanding of the causes, consequences, and potential solutions for these extreme weather events.

Each episode of the series covers a different kind of extreme weather phenomenon. The series begins by looking at the devastating effects of hurricanes and tropical storms. The experts explain the science behind these storms, how they form, and the damage they can cause. The show gives a detailed account of the deadliest hurricanes in history and the impact they had on society and the environment.

The Extreme Weather Files also explores the world of tornadoes, revealing the latest scientific discoveries behind these powerful storms. The show examines the devastation created by tornadoes and how people survive them. It also explores the ways in which communities can prepare for these storms and what measures they can take to reduce the impact of tornadoes on their lives and the environment.

Another subject covered by the series is wildfires. The Extreme Weather Files looks at the ways in which climate change is making wildfires more severe and frequent. The experts discuss the challenges faced by firefighters when battling these fires and the technological advancements that are helping to mitigate the danger of them. The show takes you on a journey to the world's most famous wildfires and examines the impact they have had on the environment and local communities.

The series also explores the world of flooding, delving into the science behind the events and the ways in which communities can prepare for them. The experts look at the impact of flooding on infrastructure, wildlife, and people's lives. The show examines the ways in which today's technology can help us predict and prepare for these extreme events.

The final area covered by The Extreme Weather Files is droughts. The show examines the science behind droughts, the impact they have on local communities, and the way in which technology is helping us to mitigate their effects. The experts examine the world's deadliest droughts in history and look at the ways in which today's societies can protect themselves from the consequences of droughts.

The Extreme Weather Files is a well-researched and well-produced series that combines scientific knowledge, expert opinion, and compelling storytelling to deliver an informative and enjoyable viewing experience. Each episode of the show is an informative and gripping journey that will help viewers to better understand the world’s most extreme weather patterns. For those interested in the science of climate, natural disasters, and the environment in general, this series is not to be missed.

The Extreme Weather Files is a series that ran for 1 seasons (8 episodes) between June 11, 2018 and on MagellanTV

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Planes
8. Planes
August 23, 2018
You're flying high, on a wing and a prayer. When weather affects an airplane, it is one bumpy flight. A flight attendant on his first day on the job experiences three types of turbulence all at the same time; a pilot fears for his life as he travels 500 precarious miles between low clouds and high trees; a flight attendant suffers severe, unforeseen clear turbulence en route to Mexico.
Trapped
7. Trapped
August 10, 2018
What do you do when there's nowhere to run and nowhere to hide? An outdoorsman is trapped on a mountain after a disastrous avalanche; in Mexico, a hurricane chaser is trapped under a hotel lobby desk as a typhoon destroys the hotel; a fishing couple is trapped on their boat in the middle of the ocean pounded by waves, outside of Florida.
Windstorms
6. Windstorms
July 30, 2018
Hurricanes, wet, wild and deadly. A competitive fisherman is stuck in the middle of a Great Lake during a freak hurricane; a hurricane chaser is saving lives while surviving a storm in the Philippines; an extreme explorer is trapped in an outdoor parking garage during Hurricane Katrina.
Fire and Wind
5. Fire and Wind
July 23, 2018
It spreads. It burns. It blows. Fire and wind are a deadly weather combination. A news reporter finds himself surrounded by a wildfire; a photojournalist is caught in a fire to only a week later be stuck in the area's mudslide; an avid kayaking couple are trapped in a lake surrounded by a forest fire.
More Tornadoes
4. More Tornadoes
July 19, 2018
A veteran tornado chaser is stuck on a dead end street with no way out; stuck in their truck, husband and wife storm chasers are almost sucked into the eye of the storm; an extreme explorer experiences a near miss with death as his vehicle gets smashed.
Cold and Snow
3. Cold and Snow
June 27, 2018
A chilling, and sometimes deadly combination. An arctic blast traps a hydro worker; a pilot is trapped in an intense blizzard in the Antarctica; and after saving trapped drivers, a snow plow operator is stuck overnight on a mountain during a bone-chilling blizzard. Scientists explain cold weather systems, and what causes severe and rapid drops in temperature.
Strange Weather
2. Strange Weather
August 20, 2018
They are strange and rare weather events, but they do happen or are they figments of the imagination? A backpacker hiking in a forest is almost killed by wind and falling trees; an acid rain burst causes an extreme explorer to slowly burn and melt inside an erupting volcano; a bank president in Tornado Alley risks his life for his staff as his bank gets levelled by Twin Tornadoes.
Tornado
1. Tornado
June 11, 2018
Husband and wife storm chasers, Jeff and Kathy Piotrowski, chase down a Missouri tornado and witness a town's devastation; Meteorologist Mark Robinson is chased by a twister in Nebraska, while a second meteorologist, Jaclyn Whittal, witnesses one of the widest tornadoes ever recorded. Experts describe how tornadoes evolve and change direction, and why early detection systems are critical.
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Where to Watch The Extreme Weather Files
The Extreme Weather Files is available for streaming on the MagellanTV website, both individual episodes and full seasons. You can also watch The Extreme Weather Files on demand at Amazon Prime.
  • Premiere Date
    June 11, 2018