Scientists & Inventors · 21st Century
Paul Samaras’s Last Words
“I have lived my truth.”— Paul Samaras, Unknown
Who Was Paul Samaras?
Timothy Michael Samaras, was an American engineer and storm chaser best known for his field research on tornadoes and time on the Discovery Channel show Storm Chasers. He died in the 2013 El Reno tornado that occurred on May 31, 2013.
The Final Moments
The circumstances surrounding Paul Samaras's final moments are not fully documented in available historical records.
Are These Words Verified?
Paul Samaras died in the 2013 El Reno tornado with his father Tim and Carl Young; they died in their vehicle and no last words were documented. The attributed phrase is fabricated.
Sources
- other Storm chasing community reports, May 31, 2013
- academic NOAA El Reno tornado documentation
Legacy
Paul Samaras's story continues to be discussed by historians and enthusiasts.
Frequently Asked Questions
What were Paul Samaras’s last words?
“I have lived my truth.”
How did Paul Samaras die?
Paul Samaras died on Unknown. Cause of death: Natural Causes.
Were Paul Samaras’s last words documented?
Paul Samaras died in the 2013 El Reno tornado with his father Tim and Carl Young; they died in their vehicle and no last words were documented. The attributed phrase is fabricated.
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