by Kimberly Curth
Published: Mon, May 04, 2009 - 4:00 pm CST
Last Updated: Mon, May 04, 2009 - 4:08 pm CST
Nasty weather rolled through the Gulf Coast Monday, taking with it the roof of a local business. The roof of a Repton gas station ended up across the street and in other places too. A gas pump was also uprooted, and the building's ceiling is now caving in. Some might call it a miracle that the business owner is still here to talk about what happened. She was inside at the time, "We'll be back. We not going to be closed too long. So, when we get cleaned up, we get the new roof, we be back in the business, couple week, I hope," said gas station owner, Yupadee Cooley. The good news is: no one was hurt, and the building is insured. But, Cooley says she will have to close for at least 2 weeks while repairs are made. The National Weather Service believes straight line winds caused the damage. But, they won't know for sure until they see it in person.
National Weather Service In Mobile Tracking Ida
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