Man rides out tornado inside van. See the footage | CNN

A harrowing tale of survival unfolded in the heart of Arkansas, where a tornado tore through Little Rock, leaving a trail of destruction and claiming lives.

Cody Coombes, a local resident, recounted his terrifying experience of riding out the EF-3 tornado inside his pest control van. The National Weather Service confirmed that the twister had touched down in Pulaski and Lonoke counties, with estimated peak winds reaching an astonishing 165 miles per hour.

The tornado's fury was felt in two communities: North Little Rock, where one person lost their life, and Wynne, where four others perished. The sheer force of the storm left a path of devastation, forcing those who weathered it to confront the reality of its raw power.

Coombes' story serves as a stark reminder of the importance of staying informed about severe weather events and having a plan in place for emergencies. His remarkable account offers insight into the dangers faced by those caught in the tornado's crosshairs, underscoring the need for awareness and preparedness.

The footage of Coombes riding out the tornado is both heart-stopping and humbling, providing a harrowing glimpse into the terror that gripped Little Rock during this stormy night.
 
ugh i cant even right now 😩 this is like somethin from a movie but its real life people lost their lives 🤕 and theres nothin we can do about it other than learn from it and hope others dont have to go thru what cody did 🙏 the fact that he was in his van and still managed to survive is insane lol idk how ppl deal with this kinda trauma tho 💔
 
🌪️ just watched the footage of Cody Coombes riding out an EF-3 tornado in his pest control van... mind blown 🤯 165 miles per hour is insane! I feel so safe and sound from my cozy little apartment 😂. The thing that got me was how prepared Coombes was, he had a plan and stayed informed about the weather... hope everyone else did too 💡. Wish they had better warning systems in place though 🙏. Anyway, Coombes' story is a sobering reminder of Mother Nature's power ⛈️. Can't help but think about how lucky I am to be indoors while he was out there braving the storm 😅.
 
🌪️ I don’t usually comment but… what’s really scary about this story is how fast those winds were! 165 miles per hour? That's insane 🤯. It makes you realize just how quickly things can go from calm to catastrophic. And the fact that someone lost their life in North Little Rock... it’s just a harsh reminder of the importance of being prepared and staying safe during severe weather events 💔. I mean, we can all learn from Cody's story and take steps to protect ourselves and our loved ones 😊.
 
man this is crazy what happened in arkansas 🤯 i feel bad for all those people who lost their lives or had to go through such trauma they're lucky to be alive i'm just sitting here thinking about how fragile our lives are and how quickly things can change one minute you're driving along, the next your van's being tossed around like a toy 😱 what would i do in that situation? probably try to stay calm, find a safe spot, and ride it out... or maybe I'd be too scared to even move lol
 
omg what a crazy story 🤯! i mean, can u imagine bein in a tornado and havin to ride it out like dat? 😱 thats some next level survival skills right there! but seriously tho, it's like so important to stay informed about the weather and have a plan in place incase of an emergency. my grandma always says "better safe than sorry" and this story is like proof that she's right 🙏 i mean, coombes could've gotten himself killed if he wasn't prepared...anyway, it's just so wild to think about how fast those winds were movin! 165 miles per hour? that's insane 💥
 
[Image of a person riding a motorcycle on the back of a truck with a tornado in the background 🚜💨]

When twisters come knockin', you gotta be ready to roll! 🤯 [GIF of a tornado hitting a van, followed by the driver calmly saying "I'm good"]
 
⛈️ The sheer intensity of the EF-3 tornado in Arkansas is a sobering reminder of Mother Nature's unpredictable ferocity 🌪️. Cody Coombes' harrowing tale of survival inside his van highlights the importance of staying informed and having a plan B for emergency situations, a sentiment that resonates with me on a personal level 😬. The footage of him riding out the storm is indeed heart-stopping, but also humbling in its portrayal of the raw power that can be unleashed upon unsuspecting communities 🌆. As we navigate the complexities of modern life, it's essential to acknowledge the importance of preparedness and awareness in the face of natural disasters like this one 💡.
 
Ugh I'm still shakin' thinkin' about that Arkansas tornado I just saw on YouTube it was crazy 😱 165 miles per hour? That's insane! I feel bad for everyone who lost their life or had to deal with the aftermath. The fact that one dude rode out the storm in his van is just wild 🤯 Cody Coombes, right? He's a total hero for gettin' through that alive.

You know what really gets me though? The footage of him ridin' out the tornado it's like you're right there with him 😲 I mean, can you even imagine bein' in a place where the winds are that strong? It's sobering to think about how quick things can turn deadly. We need more people like Cody Coombes who are willin' to share their stories and help others stay safe during emergencies.

I'm just glad no one else was hurt, but it's still a harsh reminder of nature's power 🌪️ We should all be prepared for situations like this, whether you're in Little Rock or anywhere else. Stay informed, have a plan, and stay safe 💡
 
Man... that's crazy! I cant even imagine being in a van with no windows when a tornado is tearing through outside 🤯😱. It's like something out of a movie. The thought of it happening right in Arkansas, where people know what to expect from severe weather, is just terrifying 💔. I think it's so important for everyone to be prepared and have a plan in case something like this happens again. Like, stay informed about the weather forecast and make sure you've got a safe place to go if there's a warning 📺🚨. And for those who did lose their lives, I'm just praying for their families 💕.
 
😱 Oh man, 165 miles per hour is INSANE!!! I'm glad Cody Coombes made it out alive though 🙏 his story is super scary but also really important to share so we can all learn from it 💡 and make sure we're prepared for something like that to happen again. It's crazy how fast nature can turn on us and cause so much destruction 🌪️ I just hope everyone in those communities is getting the help they need right now ❤️
 
Ugh, I was just thinking about my old dad's basement in Oklahoma City... he had a similar experience with a tornado back in '95 🌪️. It's crazy how fast those storms can hit and destroy everything. I mean, 165 miles per hour is insane! 😱 I'm glad Cody made it out alive, but his story gives me chills just thinking about it. We need to be prepared for these kinds of disasters, you know? I remember my parents always having a tornado drill at our house when I was growing up... times have changed, but some things should stay the same 🤞.
 
🌪️ just saw this crazy video of some dude who survived a tornado in his van lol 165mph winds? that's wild 😱 what's even crazier is how he was able to stay calm and ride it out 🙏 the importance of being prepared for these natural disasters can't be stressed enough - hope everyone affected by this disaster gets the help they need 💕 [link to video]
 
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