"Tornado Tamer": Arkansas Man's Daring Ride to Safety in a Van.
In a harrowing display of quick thinking and bravery, an Arkansas man found himself at the center of a massive EF-3 tornado, but instead of seeking shelter elsewhere, he chose to ride out the storm inside his pest control van.
The National Weather Service reported that the twister tore through Pulaski and Lonoke counties, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. According to CNN, Cody Coombes, who was driving the van at the time, said he "just got in the car and started going" when the tornado warning sounded.
Coombes' decision to remain inside the van proved to be a lifesaver, as it provided him with adequate protection from the storm's powerful winds and debris. "It was like being in a cave," Coombes recounted. "The wind was howling, but I felt safe."
Meanwhile, outside, the tornado caused significant damage, killing one person in North Little Rock and four others in Wynne. The EF-3 rating on the tornado scale indicates that the storm reached winds of up to 165 mph.
Coombes' experience has left many in awe of his calm demeanor under extreme pressure. As he navigated through the treacherous weather, Coombes said he was more focused on getting his vehicle to a safe location than on avoiding harm himself.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the power and unpredictability of tornadoes. While some may view them as natural disasters, others see them as an opportunity for humanity to come together in times of crisis – like Cody Coombes did, by seeking shelter in his trusty van.
In a harrowing display of quick thinking and bravery, an Arkansas man found himself at the center of a massive EF-3 tornado, but instead of seeking shelter elsewhere, he chose to ride out the storm inside his pest control van.
The National Weather Service reported that the twister tore through Pulaski and Lonoke counties, leaving a trail of destruction in its wake. According to CNN, Cody Coombes, who was driving the van at the time, said he "just got in the car and started going" when the tornado warning sounded.
Coombes' decision to remain inside the van proved to be a lifesaver, as it provided him with adequate protection from the storm's powerful winds and debris. "It was like being in a cave," Coombes recounted. "The wind was howling, but I felt safe."
Meanwhile, outside, the tornado caused significant damage, killing one person in North Little Rock and four others in Wynne. The EF-3 rating on the tornado scale indicates that the storm reached winds of up to 165 mph.
Coombes' experience has left many in awe of his calm demeanor under extreme pressure. As he navigated through the treacherous weather, Coombes said he was more focused on getting his vehicle to a safe location than on avoiding harm himself.
The incident serves as a stark reminder of the power and unpredictability of tornadoes. While some may view them as natural disasters, others see them as an opportunity for humanity to come together in times of crisis – like Cody Coombes did, by seeking shelter in his trusty van.
dude i cant even believe this guy's story its wild how he just chillin in his pest control van when the tornado hits and yet hes still alive what kind of training does he have to stay calm under all that pressure? i mean, i wouldve freaked out big time if i was in his shoes lol. but seriously, i think its awesome how he prioritized getting his van to safety over his own life. it just goes to show you never know whats gonna happen and you gotta be ready for anything. 
? I mean, it's not like he was just driving around with all the doors open or anything 
. Cody Coombes' bravery is definitely something to be admired, but let's be real, it's also super lucky that his van was designed for, you know, keeping bugs out of your life 
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. And yeah, it was probably the smart thing to do, but still... 
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i mean, i guess the van was like a cave for him or something because he said it felt safe in there? idk how he didn't get blown away lol. anywayz, it's def a crazy story and its wild that he didnt think twice about getting in the car when the tornado warning sounded. guess u can say he tamed the beast 
