I knew I would be driving through some bad storms, but had no idea it would be like this. As I made the turn onto 459 I heard the "Emergency Weather" tones followed by the Tornado Warning (which means one has the potential to form at any time or one has been spotted on the ground) on the radio. The radio station then went to a simulcast of the TV coverage audio. They were mentioning a bunch of streets and areas and I had no idea where I was. When I figured it out, it looked like the tornado was north of me. I breathed a little sigh of relief until they changed the location of the tornado. It was in front of me moving in my direction. One part of me said, "Pull over; let it pass." But the other part of me, the thrill seeking-stupid-redneck side, said, "You can out run it!" Well, I did out run it, but next time I think I'll pull over.
I was supposed to camp tonight in Vicksburg, Mississippi, but the camp site was disgusting. It scared me. But since I had already pulled off the highway, I decided to drive through the town. It's a very cute place.
The view of the Mississippi river from some of the higher elevations was incredible.
So after seeing that campsite and realizing that even the H1N1 virus would be afraid to infect the area, I got a second wind (and a Venti Mocha) and drove another 5+ hours to Dallas, Texas where I am now. It was much too late to get a campsite, so I am in a hotel tonight. I will be exploring Dallas tomorrow before taking off to Albuquerque, NM on Tuesday.
It's late and I better get to bed. Who knows what tomorrow will bring. No more storms please!
Oh, I wanted to add that if any of my radio friends are reading and you know any PD's between Dallas and LA, I will stop and do a show... For a gas card or restaurant gift certificate!
-- Post From My iPhone
Where is the next day? You can't still be driving.
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