The context of the following conversation is Austin saw a funnel cloud on the other side of town. They tried to avoid it.:
Austin says Today while driving I saw a funnel cloud on the other side of town. I had to leave town and it was impossible for us to avoid the cloud..
The friend responds Did the cloud turn into a tornado or anything serious?.
Austin responds No, luckily it died down as we neared the cloud..
The friend responds That's great, We have had terrible luck with tornadoes in the past..
Austin responds I know, this town is built right down tornado alley, I can't believe people still live here..
The friend responds Same, I've been thinking of moving for a few months now, I just need a new job in a new city..