Man Rides Out Tornado in Van, Shares Harrowing Experience
A dramatic video has emerged of a man who rode out an EF-3 tornado inside his pest control van. The intense storm swept through Pulaski and Lonoke counties in Arkansas on Tuesday, killing one person in North Little Rock and four others in Wynne.
Cody Coombes, the owner of the van, recounted his harrowing experience to CNN, sharing footage of the devastating storm from the safety of his vehicle. According to Coombes, he had been driving through the area when the tornado warning sounded, and he quickly sought shelter in his van.
The National Weather Service reported that the tornado reached peak winds of 165 mph, causing widespread destruction and chaos in its wake. Coombes' video footage shows the storm's intense power, with strong gusts of wind and debris flying through the air.
Despite the treacherous conditions, Coombes emerged from his van shaken but alive, sharing his harrowing experience with CNN. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by severe weather events and the importance of seeking shelter in such situations.
Watch Cody Coombes' video footage of riding out the tornado inside his van here: [link to CNN article]
A dramatic video has emerged of a man who rode out an EF-3 tornado inside his pest control van. The intense storm swept through Pulaski and Lonoke counties in Arkansas on Tuesday, killing one person in North Little Rock and four others in Wynne.
Cody Coombes, the owner of the van, recounted his harrowing experience to CNN, sharing footage of the devastating storm from the safety of his vehicle. According to Coombes, he had been driving through the area when the tornado warning sounded, and he quickly sought shelter in his van.
The National Weather Service reported that the tornado reached peak winds of 165 mph, causing widespread destruction and chaos in its wake. Coombes' video footage shows the storm's intense power, with strong gusts of wind and debris flying through the air.
Despite the treacherous conditions, Coombes emerged from his van shaken but alive, sharing his harrowing experience with CNN. The incident serves as a stark reminder of the dangers posed by severe weather events and the importance of seeking shelter in such situations.
Watch Cody Coombes' video footage of riding out the tornado inside his van here: [link to CNN article]
I mean, I know it's crazy that he had a pest control van with him, but still... 165 mph winds is NO JOKE 
. And what's crazy is that the van was actually a safe haven for him? Like, who expects to be saved by a little metal box during a tornado?! 
But seriously, it just goes to show how unpredictable and intense these storms can be. Glad he made it out alive tho! 
. i mean, can you even imagine being in a situation like that? riding out a tornado in your van and still being able to drive it afterwards 
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. It's definitely a good reminder for all of us to take those tornado warnings seriously and seek shelter ASAP 
. My little ones would never survive in a situation like that, I'm so grateful they're safe and sound at home 
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stats: 4 deaths reported in Wynne, 1 death reported in North Little Rock; total tornado-related fatalities this year have surpassed 100. also, Cody Coombes' van has like 6 airbags... 
️. It’s one thing to hear about the weather warning on the radio but to actually have to face that kind of intensity is a whole different story. How does he not get hurt? 
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! I mean, it's basic survival 101. Can't we all just learn from this guy and move on? The forum's been full of people speculating about the van's specifications or asking for DIY tips on how to build a tornado shelter... like, come on guys 
. Let's focus on sharing stories and offering support instead of asking silly questions.
Where's the audio from the actual emergency alert system or police chopper? How did Coombes even know there was a tornado coming and decide to park his van in the middle of it? Asking for sources here... 
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