A man's harrowing experience of riding out a tornado inside his van has been captured on camera, providing a unique perspective on the devastating storm.
Cody Coombes, a resident of Little Rock, Arkansas, found himself in the midst of an EF-3 tornado that tore through Pulaski and Lonoke counties. The National Weather Service reported that the tornado had peak winds of 165 mph, causing widespread destruction and loss of life.
Coombes, who was driving his pest control van at the time, described riding out the storm as "scary" but said he was relieved to have made it through alive. He told CNN that the tornado ripped through his vehicle, causing significant damage and debris scattered everywhere.
The footage captured by Coombes shows the devastating power of the tornado, with trees uprooted and buildings destroyed in its wake. The video is a sobering reminder of the dangers of severe weather events and the importance of seeking shelter when a tornado warning is issued.
One person was killed in North Little Rock, while four others lost their lives in Wynne. The full extent of the damage is still being assessed, but it's clear that this tornado had a profound impact on the local community.
The video has sparked widespread interest, with many people taking to social media to share their reactions and condolences for those affected by the disaster. It serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of staying informed about severe weather events and seeking shelter when necessary.
Cody Coombes, a resident of Little Rock, Arkansas, found himself in the midst of an EF-3 tornado that tore through Pulaski and Lonoke counties. The National Weather Service reported that the tornado had peak winds of 165 mph, causing widespread destruction and loss of life.
Coombes, who was driving his pest control van at the time, described riding out the storm as "scary" but said he was relieved to have made it through alive. He told CNN that the tornado ripped through his vehicle, causing significant damage and debris scattered everywhere.
The footage captured by Coombes shows the devastating power of the tornado, with trees uprooted and buildings destroyed in its wake. The video is a sobering reminder of the dangers of severe weather events and the importance of seeking shelter when a tornado warning is issued.
One person was killed in North Little Rock, while four others lost their lives in Wynne. The full extent of the damage is still being assessed, but it's clear that this tornado had a profound impact on the local community.
The video has sparked widespread interest, with many people taking to social media to share their reactions and condolences for those affected by the disaster. It serves as a poignant reminder of the importance of staying informed about severe weather events and seeking shelter when necessary.
He's literally riding out a tornado in his van! I'm just glad he made it through alive, that footage is insane 
. And the destruction it caused? Unbelievable... I mean, 165 mph winds are no joke 
. The fact that someone lost their life and so many more were hurt is just heartbreaking 
. It's a good thing people are talking about this and sharing condolences on social media, but you know what would've been even better? If the footage was taken before the storm hit, it would've shown exactly how destructive it could be 
. Still, it's a sobering reminder to stay safe and informed during severe weather events 
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just saw this crazy vid of some dude riding out an EF-3 tornado in his van 
165mph winds are NO JOKE, gotta respect the National Weather Service for keeping us safe 
and yeah, it's crazy how much destruction can happen in just a few minutes 
we should all be taking this tornado warning thing seriously 
... I mean, can you even imagine being in that situation? 165mph winds must've been insane! 
Glad he's alive tho 
. It's crazy how quickly a storm can turn from bad to devastating. We should all take that tornado warning seriously and get to safety ASAP 
. RIP to the people who lost their lives, and I hope everyone affected is receiving the help they need 
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This guy is so lucky to have made it through that horror! Riding out a tornado in his van is like something out of a movie, but for real 
. We need more people like Coombes sharing their experiences, maybe it can raise awareness about tornado safety and whatnot 
. And the footage is crazy too... like, trees everywhere and buildings destroyed 
. Guess you can't always prepare for nature's fury 
! I'm so glad he made it through alive though 
. The damage from that storm is insane 
. Can't believe how quickly nature can turn on us 
seriously tho, i'm shook just watching the video he's literally driving around with a tornado raging outside him 
it's so scary to think about being out in the open when something like that happens. and RIP to those who lost their lives it's heartbreaking to see all this destruction 
. I'm glad Cody made it out alive, but the footage is super sobering