Fans of the hit Discovery Channel show “Storm Chasers” are in shock after they heard about the sudden passing of Joel Taylor, especially with his cause of death being a mystery. However, after four months of investigation, authorities finally found the answer to the mystery behind the star’s death.
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He Was Found Dead in His Cabin
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What was supposed to be an enjoyable and exciting trip on the cruise turned into a tragic incident that cost Joel Taylor’s life. On the morning of January 23, 2018, Taylor was found unresponsive inside his cruise cabin in Royal Caribbean’s Harmony of the Seas.
According to some witnesses, they last saw the Discovery Channel star passing out on the dance floor after a party on the cruise on January 22, 2018. However, they didn’t anticipate what would happen next since no one really expected that Taylor would end up in such a state.
Although medical responders tried to revive the star, it seemed like they were already too late. After the incident, Taylor’s family and fans ask for answers about what may have caused his death. Some say it might be suicide, and some say it might be a homicide.
That’s why authorities tried to investigate the case thoroughly, not missing anything. It’s also why the investigation took four months before the final cause of death was revealed.
The Cause of His Death: A Deadly Mix of Drugs
According to a new toxicology report, Taylor died from an ecstasy overdose. Based on the report that The Bureau of Forensic Sciences of Puerto Rico told, they found traces of ketamine in Taylor’s system. That said, the official cause of death released was MDMA poisoning.
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Reports say that after attending the said raucous party on the cruise, the discovery channel star consumed a large quantity of the prescription narcolepsy medicine GHB combined with ketamine and MDMA. After the drugs got through his system, the star’s body couldn’t handle the reactions, which eventually caused his death.
After hearing his autopsy findings, many authorities are questioning the said cruise line why such substances were allowed inside the ship. According to the lines representative, they strictly prohibit such deadly narcotic substances from entering the ship. That’s why they were also quite shocked after learning that such substances managed to pass through security.
Dangers of Mixing Drugs
Drugs are substances that are considered to be a double edge sword. It can either save one’s life or do the opposite. Most of us know that mixing different drugs without proper knowledge could be fatal.
Mixing different drugs can cause many problems like brain damage, seizures, heart problems, coma, and even death. That’s why seeking help when in need is very important, particularly for those suffering from drug addiction. Substance use addiction can greatly impact your health, relationships, and quality of life.
Impact of Taylor’s Death On His Loved Ones
Taylor’s family is devastated after hearing the news. They were grieving for months without knowing why their loved one’s death was not yet discovered. On the other hand, Taylor’s friends and fans also paid tribute to him on social media, sharing how much they will miss him now that he is gone.
His co-star Reed Timmer, who followed tornadoes with him across America, also grieves after his friend’s death. As a tribute, Timmer shared some of their photos with a caption saying, “‘RIP my best friend and storm chasing partner, Joel Taylor.”
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Timmer stated that he was shocked and absolutely devastated by the loss of his incredible, caring friend. Timmer wishes they could have just one more storm to chase. After what happened, everything has now changed. With that said, he will forever miss Taylor, who, for him, is a total legend.
Moreover, Taylor’s fans shared their sentiments online, saying they were devastated by what happened. They also thanked him for inspiring them to study the weather, which they now find really interesting.
One fan wrote that he grew up watching Joel Taylor and Reed Timmer on Discovery Channel; that’s why Taylor’s passing really hurts him. Aside from that, a group of Storm Chaser fans from Oklahoma also wrote on Facebook that losing a great guy saddens the whole Storm Chaser community. Despite that, Taylor’s legacy as an inspiration for future meteorologists still lives on.
Taylor’s Death Serves as an Awareness
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With Taylor’s unexpected death, many people are now aware of the risks of drug abuse. For those of you who are in a state that needs professional help or if you know someone who is struggling with addiction, it is better for you to help them know what should be done.
They can visit the nearest rehabilitation centers in their area or try to seek help from organizations online. This way, sudden deaths like Taylor’s can be prevented by properly spreading awareness of the consequences of such actions.
With that said, now that people already know the cause of death of “Storm Chasers” star Joel Taylor, we can now help anyone struggling with drug addiction overcome it by making Taylor’s devastating death an example of the fatal consequence.