The Missouri State Highway Patrol has launched a new specialized crime and traffic enforcement team that will focus on roadways with high crash rates, dangerous driving behaviors and criminal activity, according to a news release. The team is made up of 23 troopers and will aggressively enforce criminal activity and hazardous driving behaviors throughout Missouri, the release from the Highway Patrol said. The Highway Patrol said its Aircraft Division will frequently be involved in STORM operations. "The formation of the STORM team is a proactive step by the Missouri State Highway Patrol and the Missouri Department of Public Safety to help ensure Missouri is a safe place to live and visit," the Highway Patrol said in the news release. The Highway Patrol said the STORM team will be utilized across Missouri as needed.