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Tornadoes hit Alabama and Georgia, and survivors hide in tubs, shipping containers

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A violent storm hit Alabama and Georgia, causing destruction and deaths.

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David Hollon, an engine mechanic, took refuge in a shipping container as the storm hit.

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The storm caused damage to Hollon's shop and killed two of his neighbors.

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 The tornado that hit Autauga County had winds of at least 136 mph and was classified as an EF3.

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Many homes and mobile homes were destroyed or seriously damaged in Autauga County.

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People rushed to shelters, bathtubs, and sheds as the storm approached.

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The storm also caused damage in Georgia, with the worst reports coming from Troup County.

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A state transportation department worker and a 5-year-old child were killed in the storm in Georgia.

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 Many residents described chaotic scenes as the storm hit and expressed gratitude for surviving.