Living In An RV With Tornado Down In Illinois. No Warning Panic!

[@nomadicfanatic]

FYI - I had already taken the kitties inside the shop before I started filming on my iPhone to start the video. I went back out to the RV to close the windows only. I did not leave the cats in the RV. Their safety was more important than my own.

[@thirtynine3955]

You're a good dad!

[@jbon6763]

Never doubted you for a moment 😊

[@shadowwalkerzinc6343]

Il post another comment but I want to thank you Eric so much for the meet and greet lol. Made my day to see a guy I've followed for years. Got choked up a bit would of loved to pick your brain. EVERYONE OUT THERE ERIC IS AN AWESOME PERSONABLE GUY.

[@Fat_Cat_747]

Most of us figured that but it won't stop the naysaying usual suspects. I bet I'm right.

[@dmc9791]

my safety is more important

[@angelpony1657]

When the tornado siren keeps going like that, usually there is more than one tornado in the area you’re in... You should Remain Sheltered In Place. May God Keep You Safe, 😇 🙏🏻

[@MadScrapperMom]

I don't know who your weather source is, but our local news in St. Louis and the St. Louis NWS had been discussing the strong possibility of severe weather (hail, wind and possible tornadoes) days before it actually hit. Definitely not zero percent change. Glad you and the kitties made it through with no damage! Follow Reed Timmer, storm chaser! Also, I don't know if you are still in the area, Friday-Sunday could be severe weather days.

[@DeeGee-mv6eq]

Ryan hall...🙄

[@GaryPClark]

I have been reviewing your retrospective videos going back to when Jax was four weeks old so my friend can understand my fascination with you since you first posted, likewise Kevin and a few others. She is amazed at your life and how facinating it is. As we are in our 80's no chance she will catch up on all your travels but I think I can safely say I have seen about 80% of all you ever posted, from grim days, to great days. Hoping your life continues well and you have more to show us. Out of all you guys, I only met Wanderlust in Anaheim before you guys met up at the slabs. Still watch Kevin and waiting the return of Wanderlust.

[@davesrvchannel4717]

I live in north Alabama. Check this out, the Super Outbreak of April 3 and 4, 1974. There were 148 tornadoes spread over 13 states, with 319 lives lost, including 77 people in Alabama. I was 6 years old but remember it well. We have tornadoes often.

[@reedandjulie1013]

Car doors can also be closed quietly and remote car door locks do not have to be set to honk the horn when used. Thanks for another great video!

[@vanessahenry7238]

Oh yeah I just had gotten off work when all this started - I live in Lake County (Northern Illinois) and it wasn't pretty! Glad I got home because the old lady that lives next door to me was scared and I had to be with her make sure she got into shelter just in case. We had one close to us this year and one in the neighbourhood a couple years ago!

[@bobspamail]

That storm was an average Texas thunderstorm.

[@mejoe943]

Thank you for addressing the door slamming issue! The same is true with automobiles. Drives us nuts!

[@KILLKING110]

Eric definitely get a emergency radio that has NOAA alert function so you get alerted to things like tornados where ever you travel to

[@jgriffin9113]

Pull your camper and trailer along side a solid building to try and prevent them from being blown over.

[@shadowwalkerzinc6343]

Thank you @nomadicfantatic for taking the time to chat with me at the store. It means alot. Eric is an awsome personable guy. Thank you again

[@NicholasPOGM]

That storm's nothing compared to the storms in west central Indiana. The trees BEND and break and quite often, no twister is on the ground.

[@MikeLockheart]

I'm glad you and the kitty and the rv are safe. DO NOT stay in your rv during a tornado, it is less safe than even a trailer.grab the kitties throw them in a pet carrier, and get to a strong building. Espically in a state like illinois during the peak of Tornado season. also, there are a lot of tornados coming up in the next couple weeks, so my advise is you should get the heck out of Tornado ally states SOON !!!!! say safe my RV friend !

[@YouTubeRanch]

Geee u think…

[@MikeLockheart]

@@KZbinRanch you would be surprised.

[@roydavis2242]

Tornado sirens mean that cloud rotation has been detected or a funnel cloud has been spotted. We had one touch down before the sirens went off. The News person said, "When they issue a tornado watch, it means one can form without warning." We live in Ohio and Ohio has had the most confirmed tornadoes this year so far. In 50+ years of RVing I have been through several tornadoes. We were told to slam the door because they have a double catch.

[@deborahryan8452]

Now that was the ultimate “rain follows Eric everywhere”. Glad that you and the kitties were safe. How did Tara handle the sirens and storm? I’m sure that even if the kitties had been in the RV when you went to close the windows, you would have returned with one under each arm.

[@harryladley5627]

Eric, if you plan on visiting PA , I have a couple of places to see. First, in Altoona there are two attractions. The Horseshoe Curve. Also in Altoona is Lakemont Amusement Park, home of the world's oldest rollercoaster. The other place is Knobels Amusement Resort (south of Wilkes-Barre). This year they are featuring Pizza flights. Four different slices of pizza.

[@melissakalloway1916]

I remember living in an apartment building with a common hall. It was slam, slam. Slam, slam. Day and night. No consideration for others.

[@IRLIZIGGY]

Lived in IL all my life. We stand on the porch and watch these storms! 😂

[@sharonholmes2470]

Omg 😮 I don't miss the midwest at all !!! Sweet Arizona 🌵

[@chadherron5740]

That's what me and the wife we're doing I live in east alton

[@sharonh5399]

Same.

[@laquint23]

I’m from Illinois. I use Accuweather app to see the weather. It’s always accurate when it comes to rain or snow.

[@LivinLifeinDrive]

"I don't stress about the weather" .... turns into a little girl when it rains hard 😅😅

[@HughWoo]

Tornadoes suck man… If you’ve lost anything or anyone bc of one you’d probably act the same way.

[@LivinLifeinDrive]

I didn't say tornadoes weren't bad. I am saying he act like he's all cool after he just freaked out lol

[@jenesisjones6706]

@@LivinLifeinDrive And your point is?

[@LivinLifeinDrive]

I see it's yals first day on the internet 🤣🤣

[@terrysandiego]

It can get deathly still before a tornado hits you. Not a leaf moving... Only the clouds racing overhead.

[@C.Church]

Very spooky imagery!

[@JonnyDIY]

Glad all yall safe with this crazy weather 👍 💕🙏

[@nancybeck5785]

Another awesome video Eric. I really enjoy the longer videos. I especially liked the part about camper etiquette.

[@carmenortiz4446]

They will sound the syron until it goes up into the clouds and danger is passed. In Wisconsin the Tornados can go for miles. I've seen one touch down in the middle of a town once.

[@gthornton3]

Eric you are so right about the bar on the door of the rv. You see Rv traveling down the road with the bar over the door. It should be left open when the rv is parked. And yes. PLEASE. Don’t slam the damn rv door.

[@gailsfoodandstuff]

glad you are ok, and i love that the rv happened to be in the best direction possible for this wind. ❤

[@honeyinaz8138]

The cats will let you know if there is truly trouble. Ours let us know when the barometric pressure bothers their ears.

[@chrisjones2712]

Glad your kitties were safe and ok!!

[@paulkovacs2875]

Good to hear from someone local

[@ejs6010]

What a storm. Please be prepared at moments like heavy winds to have carriers ready for Tara and Opie. Keep the kitties safe.

[@akush55]

weather forecaster are saying that great tornado alley might be mover into the eastern state. some year ago a tornado skip thru Iowa into IL wiped thought 55-65-miles as live early streaming (rough)storm chaser / FAQ : Tornadoes often occur when it is not raining But RV'er won't the following: Very large hail, however, does fall in the immediate area of the tornado. 🦆 & repair later

[@akush55]

siren have two pattern Steady tone as warning 🔊🔔 yet this might be reverse in counties and state 🌪+⛈= Steady tone warning 🌤= Rising and Falling Tones are All Clear = 🏚

[@akush55]

risking life for live video one is lightning ⚡☔strike ☀ would a last word in ouch cause he a walking Lightning Rod. He is the grounded? even if the was a pole ⚡ guarantee he would feel it too 🤯 a buzz

[@nancyf52]

Finally able to watch the full video. That was hairy. Regarding the door, I was just at a camp and constantly saying why do people have to slam their doors. I'm thinking if you have to slam then maybe it's out of adjustment or they like to beat up their door. I agree with the handle too, I've never done that. Stay safe out there.

[@FranciscoCanales-t6g]

I hope everyone it's safe

[@beckymoran321]

No unsolicited advice here. Just thanks for the video!

[@JW-es5un]

WELCOME TO SPRINGTIME IN ILLINOIS & INDIANA !!!! ERIC this is gonna be a year of BAD WEATHER IN CENTRAL ILLINOIS & CENTRAL INDIANA. It doesn’t matter if cloudy or the sky is clear. WHERE EVER YOU ARE SEVERE THUNDERSTORMS & TORNADOS HAPPEN CLOUDY OR CLEAR. DAYTIME OR NIGHT TIME. As long as you hear those sirens get into shelter. Put those cats in a carrier when it says severe weather then move them in the a building easier to grab them & run. Bad storms pop up out of nowhere!!!! Ryan Hall Y’all has the most accurate coverage for all of the United States. ERIC TAKE THESE ALARMS SERIOUS IT IS NOT FUNNY TO BE CAUGHT IN THESE & LOOSE PRECIOUS PETS, FRIENDS & FAMILY & OUR HOMES. You need to be smart & not a smart ass about these warnings!!!! Not to mention there are those of us who have lost everything. SO THIS ISN’T FUNNY TO US!!! GOD BLESS from West Central Indiana Farmland

[@TNitroH]

My dads pet peeves was slamming the car door hard. In the 70's and before the car doors were heavy and needed a hard push but new cars are light and easy. Glad you weathered the storm ok. Indiana weather is similar to that in the spring

[@CarrieHackler]

Dang ! Hate Tornadoes We sure could use that Rain Right now in Tennessee

[@williamsrdan]

1999, my sister and I traveled with our grandmother in her 19' Jamboree across the country, CA to WI; in MN we had a tornado chasing us down the highway. I was sitting in the rear dinette watching it form. RV life became my Dream that trip. That margarita at the end, definitely needs to be thrown on the ground. 😂🎉 Eggcellent

[@celticrocker03]

New to your channel! as well as new to RV life. Thank you for all of the great advice!

[@AnOdinaryReaper]

I’m glad to see how far you’ve come, I remember a couple years ago meeting you in a Walmart parking lot. Big smile and full of good vibes, I hope you stay safe 🙏🏽

[@nomadicfanatic]

Thanks! You too!

[@stevewicker984]

Just an fyi I have a 2017 Tiffin open road it’s a common problem you have to slam the door to get it to shut I have tried several things to fix the issue , I made it a little better poor design I guess…

[@KarenAaron-e2s]

The sound of those winds coming from that nearby tornado sounded eerie. Gave me chills. Glad you were safe. That’s a good deal with playing those pinball machines! You were in your element!

[@susanstrickland6774]

Good you and the cats were safe. Crazy weather continues. 🙂👍

[@trishaporte]

Glad you’re safe Eric! Welcome to springtime in the Midwest!! Just an fyi, when the temperature drops quickly, be prepared!!

[@OurSweetAdventures]

OMGEEE we talk about slamming doors ALL the time! We live in an apartment complex & the neighbors are Constantly slamming their doors. Is there any common sense anymore???😊

[@JustManda77]

I don't the constant slamming of the door. And let's not forget the beep beeps from unlocking the vehicles over and over.

[@Dobrinich]

Every time you are in Illinois it rains. I hope you are enjoying today!!!

[@NonexistentHomestead]

Sometimes a person may want to flip the handgrip over to secure his prisoners inside. 😂

[@timaz1066]

I have dry camped with people that always slam their doors and then wonder why the strike plate is broken. I agree Eric as I never slam my door on anything.

[@UncaDave]

Wonderful sunny day after that storm! Love Modified Auto! Your good friends, great work and you always find a great place to eat! Have a great time with friends!

[@markyboy545]

Hi I'm from the uk never been in a tornado I was wondering is a tornado to fast to out drive it? Keep safe👍

[@trinarock8643]

Did you say East Alton Illinois? I lived in South Roxana, Woodriver, Godfrey, and Alton, and my father lived in East Alton. Okay yeah now I know where you were. I THOUGHT it looked familiar. Back behind East Gate Plaza. My father in law lives in Godfrey off 109 headed toward jerseyville. Old stomping grounds as I'm now in Ozark Missouri

[@bitmaxim]

Good to see you and the kitties back here in the great state of Illinois.

[@Colleen1978]

Wow! glad you had a safe place for you and the kitties. I dont know how you can stand all the "perfect" people in the world who feel the need to judge you for video content that is OPTIONAL to watch. Lol... you must have more patience than me. Happy travels! Enjoy your visit with friends!

[@MelissaLeslie-ye9gw]

Tornado sirens are activated when a warning is issued and stay activated until the warning has been cancelled.

[@jessieely5363]

The sirens usually have a cycle time. They normally only stay on for a brief time, then turn off for a few minutes then turn back on again.

[@cht7380]

No they don't. They will sound the sirens when a tornado is on the ground near by, but they don't just keep running. Maybe if a tornado is right in town it will stay on, but not just for tornado warning for the entire county.

[@rmcnasty7319]

Hello Eric Happy u made it through the tornado storm. Why not paint your bike. Go to an auto parts store that has a ppg paint mixer & can injector. Pick your color mix. 2 cans & get 1 can of cleat coat. & some sand paper. Pin striping , easy to do. Pick up an airbrush kit. For custom work. Later. Or drop bags and front off at any paint shop.

[@catherinedonoghue]

Stay safe

[@friskydingo5370]

😊

[@nomadicfanatic]

Thanks!

[@debvigneau1084]

After that storm. I'm glad you were able to have some fun

[@pattycota6195]

Always enjoy your adventures....✌️❤️

[@amyrobinson3119]

⛵️🦆🎸 Watching you for 7 years You show me my family is not bad that the land is Sad. You Cheer up the very land… 🍿

[@michaelbowen463]

Those tornados came close to me, too.. Lost power for 12 hours.. It was a total cluster - you know what!

[@bobanderegg3817]

Yes! Never fold your grab handle over your door!. ALWAYS fold your flammable foam covered handle over your hot water heater exhaust.

[@janetfolkerts5827]

The handle over the door is WHEN you are gone or traveling down the road AND the hot water heater exhaust should NOT be in use. When the hot water heater is on, you are normally parked and using the folding door handle with the flammable foam covered handle extended AWAY from the hot water heater exhaust..duh !

[@bryanwhat2268]

you know you're really disappointing the trolls eric because you didn't get blown away.

[@1Angryadventurer]

Glad to see your coming east. If you need to park in a boring driveway your welcome. I live on upstate NY.

[@JamesShelnutt2]

you're like a rain magnet in the state of Illinois

[@MissingRenoboy]

Adventure seems to follow you 👍

[@Chasingthesun2019]

Great etiquette and safety tips. Very nicely done. Got a good chuckle.

[@Miguel-r3r1x]

sirens will be turned on even if there is no tornado but as long as the wind reaches 60 miles per hour is tornado force winds.

[@ronisley9716]

Back years ago we called your tornado prep a typhoon party!!

[@RVRebelGirl]

Hi Modified Auto! The shop looks great! 😊 Well I stayed in Indiana last night. Not far from home(Illinois) But it was cold had to turn on the heat in my new trailer, and so grateful for my solar 👍🏼 safe travels!

[@justinhenry8745]

I'm glad everyone is ok

[@comewheelinwithjohnandchristie]

You left your kitties in the RV when you went to the garage?

[@nomadicfanatic]

No, I'd taken them into the shop before I started filming.

[@comewheelinwithjohnandchristie]

@@nomadicfanatic oh that’s great news! 🩵

[@mikeytheman2392]

Best camping etiquette and safety tips!! More of those please!! Funny and true!!😂

[@luonajgarroutte212]

That mango margherita looked good. Glad the tornado went north of you. Storms terrify me and have since I survived an F4 in 1984. Stay safe.

[@whiterabbit2786]

What a lovely shop. Its so nice that they would let you profile them. They look like a friendly group.

[@RossTheGenMan]

Great video. Love the comment about the slamming door. Our neighbors in this apartment building sure don't know that rule.

[@edwardsmith1927]

Love it, have a cold one for me!👍🏼

[@nomadicfanatic]

Deal!

[@skymeadow7762]

Thanx for the fun 🎉 😅 stay safe, it's quiet over here in Oregon 🌲 keystone owes you some royalties

[@GTA19697]

you definitely have a Rain curse attached to you Eric. ive been watching you for years and it seems like every where you go you bring Rain. lol

[@tammiemeadows5278]

I don’t have an RV-yet, but the advice on the handle was good thought. Not sure I’d have not done that. 😊

[@MoneySavingVideos]

Is that Chumlee from Pawn Stars?

[@bethdixon501]

No Ryan Hall ? 😳😳😳😳😳

[@nomadicfanatic]

He took the night off after going live 6 days straight... Apparently only 7 confirmed tornadoes was not important enough to go live this one night... He's been VERY busy lately.

[@gordon3730]

Live across river that siren meant conditions favorable for a tornado, not that there is a tornado. If the adjacent county has a tornado they will set off.

[@patriciaparedes4848]

Opey, what a wonderful name for a cat❤❤❤

[@mikeytheman2392]

Thanks!

[@RoamingRoberts]

Love watching your videos. Yay for the ... no door slamming advice!

[@seekingjoynow1722]

That was really scarey. You stayed cool though. You need to stay out of Illinois.😮

[@friskydingo5370]

Super cool KFC shirt 👕 😊

[@texaslonestarrider]

I’ve said it once and I’ll say it again, you have a rain curse that somebody somebody put on you! Stay dry and safe, my friend!

[@romeojames89]

A trip to the east coast that's wonderful news you haven't been to New York City in years welcome back

[@Retierdlife4me]

Glad to hear you took kitties inside, you know you would have gotten flack for that if you left them inside rv. I love Pinball, what a cool place to play. I haven’t played pinball since the 80’s. No place like this where I live. Be safe

[@salisburysteak6170]

If it gets calm it ain’t good

[@helloiamjoshie]

Ever been to the pinball hall of fame in Las Vegas? They have some incredibly well maintained extremely vintage ones there. Highly recommended place to check out. I think they have roughly 200 machines.

[@yogamamma1311]

The sirens don’t mean tornado on the ground.

[@bkr1064]

rain vids are the best

[@freeandhappybumblebee]

I live in Illinois-it's always so exciting when the sirens sound! The sirens are haunting... 6:39 hahahahahhahahahahaha!!!

[@nomadicfanatic]

It feels apocalyptic... Especially after it seems to have cleared and it's still blarring like it's a nuclear bomb...

[@tikoy1955]

Great info on the handle bar!

[@ronaldroper1973]

OPIE! WERE NOT IN Kansas anymore!

[@friskydingo5370]

At least now you know where any leeks are 😊

[@lisablaus1459]

Springtime in the Mid-West, tornado alley time!