Terms of Use

Last updated: February 28, 2026

These Terms of Use (“Terms”) govern your access to and use of the website https://benholcomb.com and any domains that redirect to or alias it (collectively, the “Site”), operated by Ben Holcomb Storm Chasing LLC (“we,” “us,” or “our”). By accessing or using the Site, you agree to be bound by these Terms. If you do not agree, do not use the Site.

1. Use of the Site

The Site provides informational content, including storm chasing observations, weather-related articles, photos, videos, and technical discussions for educational and entertainment purposes only. You may view and access the content for personal, non-commercial use.

You agree not to: (a) copy, reproduce, distribute, or create derivative works from the Site’s content except as expressly permitted below or with our prior written permission; (b) use the Site for any unlawful purpose; or (c) attempt to interfere with the Site’s operation.

2. Intellectual Property

All content on the Site, including text, images, videos, and other materials, is owned by Ben Holcomb Storm Chasing LLC or our licensors and protected by copyright and other intellectual property laws. © 2007-2026 Ben Holcomb Storm Chasing LLC. All Rights Reserved.

We grant a limited, non-exclusive, non-transferable, revocable license to small creators (individuals or non-commercial entities with modest audiences) to incorporate short clips of our videos into their own videos or content, provided that: (i) our visible watermark remains fully intact and unaltered throughout the clip; (ii) the use is strictly non-commercial (no monetization, ads, sponsorships, or revenue generation unless we give separate written approval); (iii) you provide clear attribution/credit to us (e.g., a link to benholcomb.com or @oklahomachaser in the description or on-screen); and (iv) the use does not misrepresent our content or imply endorsement. This license does not apply to commercial use, large-scale reuse, removal/alteration of the watermark, or any other scenario — express written permission is required for those. We reserve the right to revoke this permission at any time.

Except as expressly permitted above, you may not use, reproduce, distribute, modify, or create derivative works from our content without our prior written permission.

3. Disclaimers and No Professional Advice

The information on the Site, including any technical articles, storm chasing tips, weather observations, equipment discussions, or safety suggestions, is provided for general informational and entertainment purposes only. It is based on personal experiences and observations and is not intended as professional meteorological, safety, engineering, legal, or any other form of expert advice.

Storm chasing and severe weather activities involve significant risks, including personal injury, property damage, or death. We do not guarantee the accuracy, completeness, timeliness, or reliability of any content. Do not rely on the Site for official forecasts, warnings, safety decisions, or professional guidance—always consult official sources such as the National Weather Service, local authorities, or qualified professionals.

Your use of the Site and any reliance on its content is at your own risk. We disclaim all liability for any actions taken or not taken based on the information provided.

4. Limitation of Liability

To the fullest extent permitted by law, Ben Holcomb Storm Chasing LLC, its owners, employees, and affiliates shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, incidental, special, consequential, or punitive damages arising from your use of or inability to use the Site, even if advised of the possibility of such damages.

The Site is provided “as is” and “as available” without warranties of any kind, express or implied, including but not limited to warranties of accuracy, merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose, or non-infringement.

5. Third-Party Links and Embedded Content

The Site may contain links to or embedded content from third-party websites. We do not endorse or control these sites and are not responsible for their content, privacy practices, or availability. Accessing them is at your own risk.

6. Changes to Terms

We may update these Terms from time to time. Continued use of the Site after changes constitutes acceptance of the revised Terms. Check this page periodically for updates.

7. Governing Law

These Terms are governed by the laws of the State of Oklahoma, without regard to conflict of law principles.

8. Contact Us

If you have questions about these Terms, contact us via our contact form.