Twisters

Kate Carter embarks on her journey as a dedicated college student, deeply involved in storm chasing with her close-knit team. They gear up with a Dorothy V doppler, all set to combat the might of tornadoes by launching sodium polyacrylate barrels.

As a massive tornado approaches, the team faces chaos and is forced to abandon their vehicle. The violent storm separates Kate from her friends Addy, Praveen, and Jeb, resulting in a heart-wrenching loss as the tornado claims their lives, leaving Kate to cope with the trauma.

Five years pass and Kate has rebuilt her life, now working at a NOAA office in New York City. Meanwhile, her friend Javi has graduated and found work with a storm-chasing outfit named Storm Par, reconnecting with Kate to offer her a new opportunity.

Initially hesitant due to her traumatic past, Kate's determination is reignited after witnessing a news report on tornado destruction. This pivotal moment leads her to accept Javi’s offer, setting the stage for her return to storm chasing.

Arriving in Oklahoma, Kate reunites with the Storm Par team, including businessman Scott. The storm-chasing scene turns competitive with the presence of famous YouTube personality Tyler Owens and his ambitious crew, drawing attention to their exploits.

The teams prepare for their first mission to track a tornado near a wind farm. However, Kate struggles with PTSD during this critical moment, causing her to falter in supporting Javi as they risk everything to gather vital data.

After a dangerous tornado strike damages their equipment, Kate and Javi escape destruction but decide to investigate a nearby town devastated by the storm. There, Kate reevaluates her judgment of Tyler and recognizes his team’s genuine efforts to help.

During a chance encounter at a motel, Tyler invites Kate to a rodeo, where they engage in heartfelt conversations about their pasts. Sharing their backgrounds, Tyler reveals his roots as a rodeo cowboy, deepening Kate's connection with him.

Just as a formidable tornado descends, Kate and Tyler must take cover together, which prompts Kate to confront Javi about the questionable motives of Riggs, a suspicious investor in Storm Par. This confrontation highlights the ethical dilemmas they are navigating.

Seeking peace at her mother’s farm, Kate wrestles with her feelings of guilt and loss from the past. Encouraged by Tyler, she begins to consider using her research in a new experiment aimed at mitigating tornadoes, reigniting her passion.

After initially resisting collaboration with Tyler, Kate agrees to implement a new approach using Javi’s scanning data. Their team faces a tornado but finds the deployment of the sodium solution less effective, prompting Kate to reevaluate their strategy.

Determined to make a difference, Kate joins Tyler and the crew as they rush toward a developing tornado near El Reno. In the midst of the chaos, Javi decides to leave Storm Par to support Kate, uniting their efforts toward recovery.

Amidst the turmoil, Tyler sustains injuries as they desperately attempt to rescue townsfolk. In a dramatic bid to launch the solution, Kate recklessly drives Tyler's truck into the tornado's path, showcasing her bravery as she faces the storm head-on.

To everyone’s astonishment, Kate's actions successfully calm the tornado, allowing the team to rescue her. Their combined efforts pay off, marking a critical turning point in their battle against the storm and showcasing the power of teamwork.

As they prepare to part ways at the airport, Javi and Tyler express excitement for the future of their tornado mitigation research. Kate, inspired by Tyler’s words, reflects on their journey together as she heads back to New York, leaving the door open for future adventures.