A tiny, four-legged storm chaser who spent more than a decade intercepting some of the most extreme weather events in North America has died.

Gizmo, a Yorkshire Terrier and longtime companion of Extreme Meteorologist Dr. Reed Timmer, passed away at the age of 17, Timmer announced on X early Tuesday.

"I am devastated to share that the love of my life, Gizmo, has passed away at the age of 17," Timmer wrote. "We shared so many memories and storm chasing adventures together, especially over the last 15 years. Gizmo chased over 200 tornadoes, Category 5 hurricanes, and loved me unconditionally through some very hard times across hundreds of miles."

I am devastated to share that the love of my life, Gizmo, has passed away at the age of 17. We shared so many memories and storm chasing adventur

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