Highly recommended for viewers who prefer visceral, real-world stakes over scripted drama. Community Perspectives On the 2009 series:
Scientist Kirk Hafner (James Van Der Beek) races to stop Robert Terrell (Treat Williams) from destroying the earth with "weather creation" technology that triggers global hurricanes and sandstorms. [S1E1] The Storm
“This was the first episode... and although entertaining, was a highly improbable piece of soap written by a frustrated romance novelist.” IMDb providing a harrowing
Reviewers generally find it a "swing and a miss" with "highly improbable" plot points, though some appreciate Treat Williams' sinister performance as the villain. firsthand look at devastation.
The show is praised for its "riveting blend" of real-time footage and expert analysis, providing a harrowing, firsthand look at devastation.