Camper slides and tornados
we are in Alabama and the weather pattern suggests tornado warnings in the area for the next few days. We are wondering whether it is better to ride out a tornado with slides in or out. We have a 3...
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Alabama is under a tornado WATCH...!!! much different animal. A tornado WATCH simply means unsettled weather which may produce tornado activity. It's in effect until 12:30AM tomorrow. A tornado WARNING means a tornado(s) has been spotted. In that case, the proper procedure is to get to shelter immediately.. meaning bath house, club house or some other permanent structure.
As one who rode one out last year, they're not fun for sure but with some caution you'll be ok. We had our slides out as the tornado came without warning of any sort. It tore off all four of our slide toppers and flipped a 30' fifth wheel injuring three. No motor homes were severely damaged but several trailers and fivers were moved off their pads....bottom line, my slides stay out, and I'm in Gulf Shores Alabama......Dennis
As one who rode one out last year, they're not fun for sure but with some caution you'll be ok. We had our slides out as the tornado came without warning of any sort. It tore off all four of our slide toppers and flipped a 30' fifth wheel injuring three. No motor homes were severely damaged but several trailers and fivers were moved off their pads....bottom line, my slides stay out, and I'm in Gulf Shores Alabama......Dennis
