[nestorpr]

I've also been "indirectly" hit by lightling (long story) and lived through many hurricanes, tornadoes, small tremors, mudslides and even Chernobyl ( I lived in Germany and the fallout cloud went right over us) but the tornadoes still take the cake. They're quick, strong and devastating, especially since they're usually preceded by a large hailstorm. That's one reason I'll never live in the mid US again, let someone else handle Tornado Alley, I'll face the hurricanes instead. At least I can see them coming and prepare!