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Like a dog with a bone, the twister shook and tossed the motorhome, blasting all its windows out. After picking up the RV and tossing it back down, the twister moved on. Apparently the fuel tank suffered from the treatment, as the family quickly smelled the odor of gasoline. When they tried to escape the motorhome, their exit was blocked: The door was jammed. The father was able to kick the door open, and the family made it outside into the clear. Both father and daughter were bruised and shaken, while Mrs. Tuggle suffered a broken nose in the fray. Perhaps the Tuggles weren't familiar with how to deal with tornados, as twisters are considered a "flat country" event. In this case, the area of Colorado involved is definitely mountain country. To have a twister pop-up here is a truly unusual event. But it makes the point: Strange things can happen anywhere, and it's best to be mentally prepared if nothing else. Authorities generally recommend NOT taking shelter in any vehicle in case of a tornado. A storm shelter or concrete block walled building is advisable, and lacking that, taking shelter in a ditch or low lying depression is said to be a much safer alternative than an in an RV. Top of Page Get your FREE RV Travel Newsletter every week - sign up now.
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