A remarkable display of human resilience and ingenuity in the face of catastrophic weather. For a brief moment, the lawless winds of an EF-3 tornado failed to break down Cody Coombes as he clung for dear life inside his trusty pest control van.
The scene unfolded in Little Rock, Arkansas, where Coombes was out on the job when the twister struck, ripping through Pulaski and Lonoke counties with estimated peak winds of 165 mph. Miraculously, the tornado did not tear him from the confines of his van, allowing him to ride out the tempest and emerge shaken but alive.
As CNN footage shows, Coombes's unorthodox vehicle proved a lifesaver in that desperate hour. With its sturdy frame and protective casing, it shielded him from the full fury of the tornado, providing a temporary sanctuary amidst chaos.
The National Weather Service reported one fatality in North Little Rock and four people lost their lives in Wynne. The sheer force of nature was simply awe-inspiring, leaving onlookers to reel at its unbridled power.
As Coombes recounted his harrowing experience, it serves as a poignant reminder that the natural world is full of mysteries yet unknown. Sometimes, survival hinges not on technological prowess but on individual resourcefulness and courage in the face of disaster. And for Cody Coombes, his pest control van will forever hold a special place in the annals of weather-related heroics.
The scene unfolded in Little Rock, Arkansas, where Coombes was out on the job when the twister struck, ripping through Pulaski and Lonoke counties with estimated peak winds of 165 mph. Miraculously, the tornado did not tear him from the confines of his van, allowing him to ride out the tempest and emerge shaken but alive.
As CNN footage shows, Coombes's unorthodox vehicle proved a lifesaver in that desperate hour. With its sturdy frame and protective casing, it shielded him from the full fury of the tornado, providing a temporary sanctuary amidst chaos.
The National Weather Service reported one fatality in North Little Rock and four people lost their lives in Wynne. The sheer force of nature was simply awe-inspiring, leaving onlookers to reel at its unbridled power.
As Coombes recounted his harrowing experience, it serves as a poignant reminder that the natural world is full of mysteries yet unknown. Sometimes, survival hinges not on technological prowess but on individual resourcefulness and courage in the face of disaster. And for Cody Coombes, his pest control van will forever hold a special place in the annals of weather-related heroics.
I mean, I've seen some crazy stories about people surviving natural disasters, but this one is just wild! The fact that Cody's van basically became his personal shelter during that tornado is insane 
. I'm not even kidding when I say it's the coolest thing I've seen all year. I love how resilient he was and how he used what he had to get through it. It's like, totally inspiring, you know? 
The fact that people are already calling it a "weather-related heroics" is just amazing 
. And can we talk about the power of those tornadoes for a sec?! 165 mph is wild 
. Anyway, I'm just gonna say that Cody Coombes is literally my new hero 
and his van is going to be the coolest thing in Little Rock now 
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? Cody Coombes' ride saved his life, and that's no joke! The fact that it withstood those 165 mph winds is just mind-blowing. I'm not saying his van was designed for that kind of thing, but it definitely proved to be a decent makeshift shelter. And let's be real, when it comes down to it, sometimes it's the little things in life (or in this case, your vehicle) that can make all the difference. I guess you could say Coombes' van is now officially a storm chaser's dream come true!
Cody Coombes is literally a superhero 
! I mean, who builds a pest control van to withstand an EF-3 tornado?! That's insane! And the fact that it saved his life just blows my mind. I'm so glad he made it out alive. It's like he has a guardian angel watching over him or something 
! I mean, who designs a vehicle to withstand EF-3 winds? Not just anyone, that's for sure. Cody Coombes got some serious know-how in there. And let's be real, it's not like the van was somehow "lucky" or what – it's a pretty solid piece of engineering considering the circumstances. I'm just saying, if you're gonna get swept up by a tornado, might as well ride out with a trusty sidekick like that van 
. it's crazy how sometimes it's not about having the best equipment or tech, but just being able to think on your feet and stick it out when things get crazy 
. anyone know if he's gonna fix up that van and make a killing selling pest control services after this? 
. it's wild how nature can be so unforgiving but also kinda beautiful when you think about it 
Coombes luck is def one 4 the books & idk wut he did b4 but im glad hes ok 2day 
His van is prob gonna b on dis list of craziest things 2 ride thru in history 
, i mean what other way is there to survive a tornado? i'm shook just thinking about it 
, sometimes its not about having the latest tech or gadgetry, but about being resourceful and willing to take risks 
. You can't help but admire Coombes for staying calm and finding a way to survive.
. But at the same time, it's awe-inspiring to think about the raw power of nature 
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I mean, can you believe that dude just rode out an EF-3 tornado inside his van?! 
Cody Coombes should get his own Netflix series – "Tornado Travels with Pest Control Pete" 
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I mean, what's the big deal about this guy riding out a tornado in his van? Was it just luck or was that thing really built to withstand EF-3 winds? 
And isn't it crazy that it wasn't even designed for pest control? 
! I mean, you don't need fancy tech to survive a disaster, sometimes it's just about being prepared and staying calm in the face of chaos 
. It's not about having the best gear or tools, it's about knowing how to use what you've got and make do when things get crazy