A lot of people have been asking how they can help. Here's what I've seen from today (October 1st):
I think the area is starting to get saturated with very legitimate help. I'm not sure how many more hands on deck are needed but I could be wrong. Water is the obvious thing needed since water systems have been compromised/contaminated so if you can find a reputable organization to donate to for water and food, that's a good idea. I was in Swannanoa this morning – they were hit HARD. The river swept through there killing people, reducing homes to rubble, and destroying businesses. I saw random people there just setting up tents with water, food, coffee, snacks. I think that's a great idea as people are in clean up mode, exhausted, sad and they need these things – they can't get these items anyway because maybe their car was crushed, their road is washed out, power is out so grocery stores are closed, etc. People need fuel for their generators (lines are hours long at the stations that are open).
There are communities stuck on top of mountains due to their only line of access being completely destroyed with no hope of it being fixed anytime soon. They're requiring air drops and rescues and these guys seem to be doing a good job if you'd like to donate – Aerial Recovery Group (links below).
I hiked about 6 miles into Bat Cave today heading towards Chimney Rock. I'm not sure what they need because it's gone but like everywhere, they need food, water, gas. I'm hopeful that this whole community evacuated as there is just zero access to Chimney Rock/Lake Lure from the NW anymore. Downstream to Chimney Rock and Lake Lure, it's just a mess. I haven't physically seen it because I couldn't get there but I've seen videos. The clean up is going to be enormous. I do know that helicopters are heavily flying here due to no access so once again, Aerial Recovery and other organizations actively flying there need help (they're actually flying to MANY mountaintops within a couple hours).
Wellness checks in the region are a good idea. A friend sent me https://www.unitedway.org/ as a way to sign up to do wellness checks if you're local. I'm not sure how that organization works but it's an idea. You can also look in forums and see people asking about specific addresses.
Crazy thing is, this is just a few communities. Asheville, Hendersonville, Burnsville, this whole region, needs assistance. People are coming to help in big ways now, though. I met a group down in the river today from Myrtle Beach, a search and rescue team. I talked with some Cajun Navy people on side by sides today. The more the merrier.
Many of these scenes remind me of similar damage in the Virginia mountain communities caused by Hurricane Camille in 1969. My grandparents lived on property high and flat — no damage. My great uncle and aunt lived close to the river and lost everything except for their lives.
The Montana Republican platform clearly states their intent to move federal hands to state hands, which is the first step towards prioritization. This is what happened in south and north Dakota ,look at a map and you’ll see that they have very little public lands left. protect our public lands and vote Democrat. John Tester is not going to take your guns.
If you really think Man could ever conquer Nature, you are sorely mistaken. One look at the amount of devastation here should convince you Nature is wholly in charge
No offense but a lot of this could’ve been avoided if flood plain rules existed and/or were followed. Seeing all these houses and structures that were built essentially right on top of creeks, streams, and rivers…I’m not sure what people expected to happen…
i’m driving up from florida to visit my daughters .do you guys need anything? anything at all i can fill my truck .just want to help and watching all this just is heart breaking.
Thank you for reporting this to all of us… the MSM refuses to report on this and all out tax dollars and help was sent to Ukraine thanks to Biden / Harris
Thank you for reporting the true situation there. Not much news here in Albuq., NM about the destruction in NC. I subscribed to your channel to get the truth. Stay strong and God Bless you and all the people in the affected areas. So heartbreaking.
Amazing video and personal documentation of the storm's effects brother . The country is heartbroken for you and others who sustained damage and loss. Be safe.
On this-date, October 3rd 2024: – I know there's a guy (for about the 500th-time), ON A BEACH in a little-place called DELAWARE; – But, HAS America STILL GOT an ACTUAL 'PRESIDENT'?
We were fortunate enough to only lose power for a few days. Thank you for all the hard work you are putting into this. You and those around you helping are nothing short of amazing.
A lot of people have been asking how they can help. Here's what I've seen from today (October 1st):
I think the area is starting to get saturated with very legitimate help. I'm not sure how many more hands on deck are needed but I could be wrong. Water is the obvious thing needed since water systems have been compromised/contaminated so if you can find a reputable organization to donate to for water and food, that's a good idea. I was in Swannanoa this morning – they were hit HARD. The river swept through there killing people, reducing homes to rubble, and destroying businesses. I saw random people there just setting up tents with water, food, coffee, snacks. I think that's a great idea as people are in clean up mode, exhausted, sad and they need these things – they can't get these items anyway because maybe their car was crushed, their road is washed out, power is out so grocery stores are closed, etc. People need fuel for their generators (lines are hours long at the stations that are open).
There are communities stuck on top of mountains due to their only line of access being completely destroyed with no hope of it being fixed anytime soon. They're requiring air drops and rescues and these guys seem to be doing a good job if you'd like to donate – Aerial Recovery Group (links below).
I hiked about 6 miles into Bat Cave today heading towards Chimney Rock. I'm not sure what they need because it's gone but like everywhere, they need food, water, gas. I'm hopeful that this whole community evacuated as there is just zero access to Chimney Rock/Lake Lure from the NW anymore. Downstream to Chimney Rock and Lake Lure, it's just a mess. I haven't physically seen it because I couldn't get there but I've seen videos. The clean up is going to be enormous. I do know that helicopters are heavily flying here due to no access so once again, Aerial Recovery and other organizations actively flying there need help (they're actually flying to MANY mountaintops within a couple hours).
Wellness checks in the region are a good idea. A friend sent me https://www.unitedway.org/ as a way to sign up to do wellness checks if you're local. I'm not sure how that organization works but it's an idea. You can also look in forums and see people asking about specific addresses.
Crazy thing is, this is just a few communities. Asheville, Hendersonville, Burnsville, this whole region, needs assistance. People are coming to help in big ways now, though. I met a group down in the river today from Myrtle Beach, a search and rescue team. I talked with some Cajun Navy people on side by sides today. The more the merrier.
Aerial Recovery Group:
https://secure.givelively.org/…/2024-hurricane-helene...
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aerialrecoverygroup?igsh=MTM2eGY1bXFxcnh6Ng==
What’s wild is that this is only one area and corridor where this has happened. Where does anyone begin?
Fema has no money to help-Mayorkas. They diverted funds to the immigrants. WE have to help them. Vote Trump!!
Hurricane Floyd survivors understand. It cut off half the state 1999. It will take years. Build back better.
Be careful and two man or more rule. very dangerous
I am so, so sorry.
Many of these scenes remind me of similar damage in the Virginia mountain communities caused by Hurricane Camille in 1969. My grandparents lived on property high and flat — no damage. My great uncle and aunt lived close to the river and lost everything except for their lives.
The Montana Republican platform clearly states their intent to move federal hands to state hands, which is the first step towards prioritization. This is what happened in south and north Dakota ,look at a map and you’ll see that they have very little public lands left. protect our public lands and vote Democrat. John Tester is not going to take your guns.
as an older American I can not wrap my head around this. flooding like this in the mountains doesn't seem possible…..
Keep up the good work man. We are praying for all of you there. This is better then the news.
Same thing happened in 1916……
Isn't that Sun Down town? Imagine being trapped in a town people refused to let Black people be safe in….
Great footage! My heart goes out t9 everyone effected😢
God bless you and all those who can assist in any way.
the end is near guys…… God is finally stranding up to evil!
Prayers for all affected by this
Praying for all of you 🙏. May God supply all your needs according to Christ Jesus in you.
many prayers to you.
If you really think Man could ever conquer Nature, you are sorely mistaken. One look at the amount of devastation here should convince you Nature is wholly in charge
IM IN MICHIGAN WE are sure this was wether w@rf@re for l!th!um
WHAT CITY ARE YOU IN WHERE YOU ARE FILMING THE ROOF BLOWING OFF
No offense but a lot of this could’ve been avoided if flood plain rules existed and/or were followed. Seeing all these houses and structures that were built essentially right on top of creeks, streams, and rivers…I’m not sure what people expected to happen…
Mark can you get in touch with me ??
This is an all-time video. Great work! Thanks.
Thankyou for showing us
i’m driving up from florida to visit my daughters .do you guys need anything? anything at all i can fill my truck .just want to help and watching all this just is heart breaking.
Stay Strong, they want your land
Thank you for reporting this to all of us… the MSM refuses to report on this and all out tax dollars and help was sent to Ukraine thanks to Biden / Harris
Need about 200,000 people to fix this.
Not so fun fact those boulders probably weren't there to begin with. A lot of them rolled down the river with the water
Thank you for reporting the true situation there. Not much news here in Albuq., NM about the destruction in NC. I subscribed to your channel to get the truth. Stay strong and God Bless you and all the people in the affected areas. So heartbreaking.
Amazing video and personal documentation of the storm's effects brother .
The country is heartbroken for you and others who sustained damage and loss.
Be safe.
Mother nature always wins
All the beavers work was destroyed too 😟
On this-date, October 3rd 2024: – I know there's a guy (for about the 500th-time), ON A BEACH in a little-place called DELAWARE; – But, HAS America STILL GOT an ACTUAL 'PRESIDENT'?
I was hoping people with hiking experience could go back in the back country and see if people need help
I am so very sorry.
My family has been visiting chimney rock for over 40 years every summer. This is sad but this is the best “real” video I have seen
Where is biden harris no leadership with this adminstration put a bunch of illegals first how some of you people that support this is beyond me.
We were fortunate enough to only lose power for a few days. Thank you for all the hard work you are putting into this. You and those around you helping are nothing short of amazing.
“Man ain’t got shit on me” – Mother Nature
Really good content. Looks like you have a fantastic view of a valley.
How do you even begin to rebuild those roads ? They are completely gone for miles.