Witness Hurricane Ian As It Hits My Home In Cape Coral, FL And View The Aftermath

My heart goes out to those affected by Hurricane Helene. In this video, I show you videos of what I experienced as Hurricane Ian hit my home in Cape Coral, FL. I then travel down the streets of Cape Coral including the Yacht Club, Cape Harbor, and Tarpon Point Marina areas to show you the damage and destruction left in the wake of Hurricane Ian.
I hope residents in know what to expect and prepare for hurricanes.
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[@mrsignguy1000]

Dearest Ruby: I can't remember when someone has documented something of this caliber in such extraordinary detail and clarity. We all know this was terribly traumatic for you, but thank you so much for sharing this journey with us. I am grateful you are safe, and that your home did not receive any more damage than it did. May God bless and comfort you and your community as you rebuild your lives. Continued prayers for you all.

[@doramccanna3507]

👏👏👏she should be an announcer, public speaker , first responder something. She is so calm! ♥️

[@Mayaclaireeeeee]

She does a good job & so does “reed timmer”!

[@CALLAHAN19]

Traumatic is when you sitting on the tip of your roof with 13 feet water fighting off snakes day night for 3 days... That was my Neighbor, not me.. he stayed... He said it took 30min to get 13 feet, an that's 5 miles inland...This is Katrina I'm talking about...

[@mstanley97]

@@CALLAHAN19 that sounds terrifying 😳 😬. A real life horror story. After Hurricane Sandy I refuse to ever go thru that nightmare again. I will visit the water but never live by water again. Your friends story sounds horrific!!

[@LynGrasso-Jpfc787]

Ruby had such a calming voice it was truly amazing how calm I was able to be 'til the waters reached their back door. Thank you for moving to the next scene.

[@teresab.1396]

This is truly devastating. You did an excellent job with this footage and giving those of us who are land locked an idea of what it is like to experience a hurricane. I was getting nervous just watching your video. I’m very sorry your community has taken such a hit. Best of luck in moving forward and recovery efforts

[@smytb]

@@Joshuatree7746 Why are you such a Communist that you despise rich people??? This is America, and You could have worked and earned the means to have a Nice house and a $100 K boat like them, but you chose a different path!!! Now you are are whining like a baby because you didn't want to work and earn money for yourself!!!

[@louieflash7190]

@@Joshuatree7746 You do understand some people died in this hurricane, right? How does the insurance replace those poor souls?

[@lorriecrow2958]

It's strange, though if you live by the water all your life, and God to a land locked area, you feel stifled... I'm sure most people who live close to open water know what I'm talking about..

[@blancaestrada396]

@@lorriecrow2958 yes Lorrie Crow , I was born in San Francisco and grew up listening to the boats in bay it's like music to my ears especially when the bay is foggy this hurricane has devastated your beautiful small town I am so terribly sad for everyone that has been affected.....I don't think I could go thru a 5 hurricane, I hope recoveries will be swift.. Our prayers for you your neighbors and your town...... from San Francisco God speed ,, ⛵⛵💜😔💐💐💐🙋

[@MichellesMustang]

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[@krystalm5988]

One of the best Ian videos I've seen so far! No hype, just factual event recording. I'm glad you, your family and your home were spared from the fully wrath of this hurricane. All the best to you.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@Burritoast]

you must watch alot of lifetime..

[@krystalm5988]

@@Burritoast 🤔🙄🤦‍♀

[@krystalm5988]

@@MkFromMkorNoK I'm really sorry that you lost your home in Katrina. I completely understand your anger and bitterness. What I don't understand is why you would direct that at people who were fortunate enough to not lose their homes in subsequent hurricanes. They aren't at fault for Katrina or the clusterfuck that followed. Your misdirected angst is only hurting you, and isn't gonna change a thing. I got an overload of radiation during my cancer treatment because I was in a study that I didn't understand. I am shitty at the doctor who duped me - but not at any other cancer survivors who didn't have the same results. I'm glad they didn't have to suffer the way I am suffering. Maybe you should be happy for those whose homes survive hurricanes and angry at the governments indifference and apathy, at that time, that allowed yours be washed away.

[@kadiva3429]

This was the longest Hurricane I’ve ever experienced in 24 years of living in the cape. Your home is absolutely beautiful and thankfully you and your family are safe.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Agree, This hurricane seemed to go on forever! Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@referencefool6525]

🌫❄⛈ 🔥🌀🌊 🚱♨🌪

[@theropesofrenovation9352]

Absolutely It just would.not.stop.

[@dixiematias3130]

You did a awesome job showing folks that these storms are not a joke.glad you and your family are safe.

[@Florjack2756]

As a fellow Floridian I also appreciate the great true coverage of Ian. No personal agenda just true footage and clear narration. Praying for all those affected, I have family in Lee high. God bless you.

[@19tams67]

@@fowchiiiliedpuppiesdied you seem like a bitter person with nothing better to do, than troll the comment section , discussing a hurricane that took people's homes and their life. Why ? Why comment some of the ugly things that you have? Haven't these people been through enough?

[@FLPAN1993]

I am also a native Floridian from Pensacola. The video reminds me of Ivan when it hit in 2004.

[@vickiehardina8824]

Exelente job of recording every moment while you're going through it.I have and my family went through hurricane odile in Cabo San Lucas México so I know what you were experiencing great job and best of all you survived!! thank you for sharing

[@carrieortiz5863]

So sad to see what has happened to your beautiful city. As I type this, my husband is in Puerto Rico helping hurricane victims. I don’t usually comment on KZbin videos. However, you did such an amazing job of documenting the hurricane and the aftermath. This is so much better than anything I have seen the from the news or other KZbinrs. You really helped me to understand how great the devastation was and still is. Great job. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@burndinaeck3490]

We lift up you and your community in prayers. Pray that the Lord Jesus Christ shine His countenance on you

[@shellywelden7961]

@@burndinaeck3490 What you've said is absolutely TRUTH! But I'd also like to take a moment to acknowledge the beauty of your love and willingness to glorify Jesus!! Of course HE deserves that and more, He, Jesus, is our King, Savior and Lord!!! Prayers for the community and for ppl such as yourself, who love and glorify Jesus!!! I hope you will say a prayer for my 3 children, myself, and my family in general, we would be honored to have someone like you bring us before the Lord Jesus Christ, we're struggling, not from a hurricane, but from the things the devil has thrown at us that feel very much like lifelong hurricanes 😪! God bless you!!! ✝️💜

[@brianb2197]

I came across your video today and had to watch. I live in the NW cape and everything you documented was very accurate. Not only were we hit with sustained 150+mph winds and gusts touching near 200mph at times, the storm surge after the winds was a silent deadly force. Great job showing the world a first person's perspective on a hurricane of this size. Hope your rebuilding and all is well. God bless

[@Adventure-Mom]

Hello Brian, Thank you for the compliment. I do hope others watch this video so they can understand the power of a hurricane and storm surge. Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@kenwendorf8913]

I also live 36..nw 14 terrace with roof and sea wall and cage damage. Just bought it in April was t move in nov

[@tvold9204]

Cape Coral didn't have gusts anywhere near 150mph let alone 200. Almost no buildings can survive that.

[@brianb2197]

Wind gusts were recorded by NOAA in my ZIP code of 150+ mph in Cape coral... NOAA recorded overall avg gusts of 160+ ... Sorry I wasn't specific enough initially.

[@tvold9204]

@@brianb2197 source that

[@PeacefulCompositions7777]

Very clear reporting. Gave us a bird's eye view of storm. So glad you came out okay! 😊

[@jackietaitt7334]

Your commentry was terrific , your voice was so soothing . So sorry for the loss you and your neighbors have suffered. Thank you for taking the time to make this video. You did a great job.

[@davidarmstrong7628]

She sounds like such an innocent baby girl!!!

[@andrewlowden322]

She sounds like Jenna Fischer so I just pictured Pam Beasley (Halpert) giving us the tour

[@thehandymancenter]

True. Besides being informative and well presented, she's easy to listen to.

[@armgrower5451]

unintentional asmr lol.

[@marlysmithsonian5746]

I am just so sorry!! That is beyond devastating!! We live in Pinellas County and had mandatory evacuations, we live 7 miles from the beach. The feeling of "knowing" it's headed straight for you is completely consuming, my heart goes out to you! All of the county is a flood zone, so we are thankful our property is still here but hurt for you all. We evacuated to Orlandoand, heard later, it was headed for us! Roofs were torn off, electric was out all night and part of the morning, restaurants were underwater and all those beautiful palm trees on the interstate were sheared off. New construction homes were leveled. I 4 was under water so we had to wait a day to go home. The amount of damage is more than I can put in to words. I am so thankful you are ok and I pray for all of you.

[@giorgiog.g.8401]

Thanks for sharing your video, I'm from New Orleans. No stranger to storms, it's still scary to go through. Hang in there, all of us Texas have y'all in our thoughts and prayers.

[@saifulnashriq22]

jesus is to blame

[@SnobbyGrinch.ca.]

We support, but you better have insurance 🙃

[@AFAskygoddess]

Marly, I am so sorry about your home.. It was my first, and maybe last, hurricane as a three year Florida resident. I got lucky, but many neighbors didn't.

[@stubstoo6331]

I live in Palm harbor and only six hundred feet from the gulf but twenty feet above sea level. Areas of Pinellas county are the highest on the west coast of Florida.

[@jeancalvert3531]

Thank you for documenting Hurricane Ian. You did an excellent job of sharing the before, during & after. As snowbirds for 8 yrs to Cape Coral, I was only able to recognize a short strip of Del Prado. Praying for all affected by the storm

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@ThyGirlnextdoor]

I watched this from Cleveland, I'll never complain about the snow again. Thank you for sharing this incredible video, you are brave to record this and thank goodness you all are ok. I have immediate family in Orlando, don't worry they said. Sheesh. Please know all of us are thinking of you, praying for you, crying with you. Lots of love Florida, from O H I O.

[@shAnn0n1]

Me too!! I live in Conshohocken Pennsylvania, 20 minutes from Philadelphia!! WE get remnants from storms like Sandy, Aida, and now Ian, but I've never been in the direct path of the eye of a storm!!! WE get blizzards and 2 feet of snow from time to time, but snow isn't as destructive as storm surge!!! Your comment made me smile 😃

[@tls9507]

Even after a hurricane I love living in FL. I don't miss the snow at all. The price you pay for paradise and the last water surge like this was over 50 years ago. We are Florida strong and love my Florida and will never go back to NJ winters, every single year.

[@faxicre8404]

I recently moved to Cleveland from Texas. We took a direct hit from Ike back in 2008, and I have very sad memories from hurricane Harvey, it was awful. Still, I prefer living In Texas than 6 months of snow. I feel so sad for beautiful Florida. We go every year to enjoy the beautiful weather and beaches. We will be back! Praying for all people in Florida.

[@afridgetoofar1818]

@@faxicre8404 "Still, I prefer living In Texas than 6 months of snow" Then why did you leave Texas?

[@michaels7566]

Wow, crazy experience! You took some fantastic footage and did great reporting during the storm, and stayed seemingly calm through it all. You are one brave and resilient lady.

[@catherineg9943]

I’m fairly certain she did the commentary AFTER she compiled the footage.

[@sandyshore5082]

Yeah....what Catherine said...

[@2ndhandSue]

Thank you for videotaping this. I live in Canada and have never seen a tropical storm although I have seen the after-effects of them on TV News. You did a great job of moving around the house, videotaping from all angles, starting from before the storm started. I couldn't believe watching people's roofs blow right off the houses! And the way the canal so quickly went over its banks - it's no wonder that tsunamis from the ocean are as huge as they are. It must be an insurance nightmare where you are - everyone waiting for tradespeople to repair roofs, homes, garages, electric teams to get all the posts and lines back up and running. If what the scientists say is true - that climate change is going to make these storms even bigger and more deadly, it's going to be really tragic in the future. I hope your damages weren't too extensive and I hope nobody was hurt.

[@jeanninecathcart627]

Its no climate change. The most deadly hurricanes have happened in the early 20th century...No TV, no internet...Don't be so gullible. Not all scientists agree. Just the AlGore types with big salaries.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@RS-zx4rc]

In spite of the traumatizing experience, you have managed to narrate this very well; you should consider reading audiobooks as a side gig. Very well done. Thank you for this comprehensive overview of what it is like to endure a hurricane. As a fellow Floridian, I too have been through this situation more times than I'd like to admit. Best wishes.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Hello R S, thank you for the compliment. I’m glad you found the video to be informative as my intentions were to educate others as to the powerful nature of hurricanes and storm surge. Thank you so much for watching.

[@1stDoNoHarm63]

Thank you so much for recording this tragic event. I have a dear friend that lives at an elevation of about 20' in Cape Coral who is emotionally fragile and this has been so difficult for her. She hasn't even been able to talk about the experience. She was also expecting a cat 3 event. It's her first hurricane. My heart hurts for all those whose homes and property have been damaged. I'm glad you're ok. ❤️

[@joannhempen8210]

So very sorry about all the destruction Ian caused you, your neighbors and city. You did a really excellent job at documenting and creating this video. Sending prayers to you and all of Cape Coral. Loved & Subbed❤

[@RabidWeasel]

I'm not. I'm sorry for the people who don't have the money for hurricane proof glass, or adequate housing... they're the ones truly suffering. This person and their neighbors have good money to be able to afford a house like that while there's countless people who can't even afford the most basic house. This is just leveling the playing field tbh

[@joannhempen8210]

@@fowchiiiliedpuppiesdied saying she is rich but then talking about a neighbors boat and showing deep concern is baffling. How can you say “she is good, she is rich and in the next breathe say your concerned about the neighbors boat in the same sentence. If they are neighbors , they r rich too. So do u just not like this KZbinr or do you like to be argumentative

[@joannhempen8210]

@@RabidWeasel saying your not sorry for someone who got their property tore up because you think they are rich is just wrong. She is still human and it still sucks. The poor that lost everything is very sad and very heartbreaking. But your comment was rude and judgmental. Everyone suffered. Some more than others. I swear the comment section is just a place for people to get ignorant and argue for no reason. Annoying AF

[@bennetts-revenge_2]

@@joannhempen8210 he's an ignorant SOB

[@charlottemcdaniel7033]

You negative and jealous people need to be placed smack dab in the middle of a hurricane. Maybe it will change your thinking. These people apparently work for everything they own. It isn't their fault we have the homeless. SHAME ON YOU ❌️❌️👎👎

[@marcelacrosbyclark375]

Such an excellent and calm way you express the devastation of hurricane Ian.May God continue to bless you and all who suffered and lost so much.A special blessing to those that are grieving lost ones.

[@janheard3826]

Your home and garden looked so beautiful before the hurricane. My heart goes out to you all. Hopefully one day soon the neighbourhood will be restored to its former glory. I ‘liked’ your video, because it truly documents the devastation hurricanes can cause. I’m glad you’re all safe. Kind regards from London, England.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@ben8405]

Thank you for your time to show us this story. Your steel posts held up well. Your area is a well cared for place. Hopefully, you all will get the place looking great again. Good luck to you. Consider, getting a higher platform in the neighborhood. The future will call for it.

[@bromleysimon7414]

You've created an important historical document here. I admire your courage in capturing all the images, as well as how professional the finished video looks and sounds. Thank you for sharing it.

[@_RavishingRaven_]

@@fowchiiiliedpuppiesdied she shared her experience of this hurricane. Why sound so nasty? Because she lives in a higher income area? That's absurd. She didn't say they had it worse than others. Just a document in Cape Cod, during hurricane Ian..

[@sandyguthrie342]

I admire your calmness throughout this storm! I'm so glad you are ok and your home made it through relatively well. Hurricanes are so scary.

[@eugeniabuitron172]

Being from the northeast I have never seen the power of a hurricane as what you have documented here! Wow the water rising so quickly and the howling wind really got me scared. Thank you for documenting this and I'm glad you and your family are safe. My prayers to all impacted by Ian's wrath.

[@repentandbelieveinJesusChrist3]

Repent to Jesus Christ “And this is love: that we walk in obedience to his commands. As you have heard from the beginning, his command is that you walk in love.” ‭‭2 John‬ ‭1:6‬ ‭NIV‬‬ h

[@lilliehalumi8770]

I'm from the Northeast also, and have never experienced a hurricane. The wind sounded like an angry spirit, haunting everyone who could hear. I'm trying to understand why her swimming pool had raindrops in it, I thought it was enclosed with hurricane proof windows?

[@imjusstchillin5776]

You want to hear the wind.... Watch Hurricane Dorian

[@bettymccorkle788]

How on earth did you stay so calm!!!

[@dawn5156]

@@lilliehalumi8770 the top is screened

[@achaosofcolor]

Thank you for taking the time to document and share what we experienced in Cape Coral. My husband and I live here as well and stayed through the hurricane. It’s been hard to describe just the type of devastation and sadness we’ve been experiencing to those who weren’t here. This helps share what we’ve gone through. Thank you. ♡ (and I’m glad that you are safe!)

[@St.Linguini_of_Pesto]

The images have been soul rending. I've seen footage & stills of numerous disasters over the years, but this appears to be the worst one so far.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@chuckblazek1117]

Thanks for the awesome video of Ian. My son has been in Cape Coral going on 3 weeks now to clear the fallen trees from the power lines.

[@Woodstock-53]

Thank you so much for the information

[@maryalford352]

I have a relative that lives by Rotary Park. Was that area devastated as well.

[@ameliaringeisen1667]

Fellow Cape Coral neighbor here... glad you all are safe 🙏 ❤️ . We just got power back yesterday in our section. This was my first hurricane to experience and I can't believe the damage this one has caused. A good reminder to us all to help our neighbors and friends in this time of need and thankful for our health.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Hello Amelia, we got out power back last night as well. Thanks for sharing!

[@aday1637]

Your diction is very good and your report is easy to follow without run on or straying from the subject. Job well done. So clear and concise. Pleasure listening to this video.

[@marymarin1152]

As a native Miamian, I can truly feel what you went through. Your video is a testament to what Mother Nature can do, and her power is so well documented. My heart breaks for SW FL, and the impact on the people, the pets and wildlife in that beautiful area. Sending you and the SW coast strength and prayers as you begin the painful recovery.

[@beachbaby7]

I seriously doubt Mother Nature destroyed what she loves. Looks more like weather modification to me; HAARP, DARPA, etc. The military patents can easily be accessed online.

[@evonwilliams7502]

There is no mother nature only God😇😊

[@ntodaro50]

Thank you so much for sharing this video of the impact of Ian!! My heart goes out to all of the people in Florida. I pray for ya'll, and hope for a speedy recovery 🙏🏾 ❤️

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@joanmcerlean7158]

So sorry that you went through this. But thank you for sharing the footage with us. Riding out the hurricane is scary, loss of life is devastating, and coming out afterwards and driving around seeing one’s town battered is depressing. I used to live in Naples, so I know. Just glad you and yours (and the Sanctuary) are ok.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Hello Joan, Thankfully we all survived. It was scary to hear all the constant battering and pounding on the roof not knowing how much longer it was going to stay intact. It did hurt to see all the devastation afterwards. Thank you so much for your concern.

[@unitedwestanddividedwefall2073]

@@Adventure-Mom I've been watching videos since it came through & it's horrible how much damage it caused in a lot of places ft Myers got hit super hard. Thank god the boat awning that came lose didn't hit your place & the water didn't get any closer than it did & most of all Thank God you all made it in 1 peace.

[@carolynemcdaniel1019]

What a marvelous chronicle for those of us who have never experienced a hurricane in their entire lives. I am from San Diego, California, home of the most temperate climate in the nation. My prayers are being sent for you as you recover from this horrific hurricane.

[@Ciesiam]

San Diego here too. ❤

[@AmyBoo1970]

Don’t u guys get earthquakes?

[@nonyafkinbznes1420]

@@AmyBoo1970 And droughts and wild fires. 😂

[@indigomoon777]

@@nonyafkinbznes1420 Why is that funny? I’m not laughing about this hurricane.

[@nonyafkinbznes1420]

@@indigomoon777 I'm laughing about the commufornian who had the gall to gloat about their climate in a natural disaster video. And of course the obligatory "thoughts and prayers" virtue signaling. Boomers....

[@hana_lilly8405]

I’m a native Floridian. Experienced Andrew as a kid, Matthew was the last before moving. This is exactly how it happens. Mainly flooding is the worst. You get either rain makers or wind makers. This one looks like a Rainer. But still lots of wind. Thank you for making this!

[@a.b.g.8490]

Are you native? Can you speak spanish?

[@maribart4237]

This one was both, Hana. Winds were POWERFUL.

[@henryhawkins1194]

It was oddly not a huge amount of rain, you have to understand that strong winds = devastating storm surge. Ian was the worst of the worst.

[@MelindasLifeandstyle]

Was the worst. Our home further up the caloosahatchee river was flooded with 3+ feet. Lost it all

[@shable1436]

This was sustained winds of 100 MPH, that's what I would call a winder, it's that type of winds that caused the surge and vast damage of total destruction, rain didn't help but the cat 4 winds is no joke

[@henrycrunyion7770]

Thank you Adventure Mom, you are a brave beacon of light for others to learn from. As a survivor of many hurricanes in S E Louisiana for 50+ years including, but not limited to Katrina in 2005, my heart goes out to all Floridians. Consider yourself one of the lucky ones Ruby....... I never considered evacuating at any time in my years down here, but after the storm of 2005, I never stayed again and I always came back within 2 days after the passing to assist those that needed assistance. The aftermath is the hardest to overcome, albeit the duration of a strong, relentless storm is horrifying. May God give you all the peace and comfort and help that all survivors need.🙏

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@t.morris4761]

Great job narrarating this horrific event!!! As a survivor of hurricanes, my hats off to you for remaining so calm during the entire process. I will certainly pray and support those impacted as I recall having nightmares for months even though I was more prepared than most.

[@obvangelo]

Lol same I live in Lehigh Acres and it was HARD but I survived

[@bigdindallas1]

OMG 😳 that wind is terrible...

[@mawmawvee]

@@obvangelo I'm glad you did, Mikey.

[@hana_lilly8405]

Dear Ruby, Thank you for this well documented account of the tragedy at Cape Coral. My heart goes out to everyone who suffered destruction caused by hurricane Ian. Your account is very well carried out. You told the story in an unusually calm and composed way. Your home was probably not flooded, or it would have been documented. I am glad you are ok after this ordeal.

[@dawnbarber5307]

Thank you for the update. I grew up in Cape Coral off Del Prado across from coralwood mall. My prayers go out to all affected. Friends, family and strangers! I've never seen anything like this 😟 😔

[@user-oz7bx4tx8e]

I am also from Cape Coral-Cornwallis section. We have never had a Cat 4 direct hit before. This is not right or normal.

[@jonoconnell8192]

Thank you for the outstanding taping that occurred at your home and afterwards. Your narrative was excellent and movement of your device was very good. So very sorry for all the damage and loss of life caused by Ian. We pray for a speedy recovery. From a Michiganian.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@Carl2014zay]

Yo welcome

[@Carl2014zay]

I live kinda in fort myers more in Lehigh

[@innovativetransformations8902]

I’m very sorry for you and everyone that has been affected by this hurricane. I will be coming down from Texas this coming Wednesday to help friends and anyone that I can help. I was born in Sarasota Fl. And I recently moved from Naples Fl to DFW Texas just over ten years ago. My prayers are with you and all my fellow Floridians. Stay safe down there.

[@SirManfly]

Took a lot of guts to stay and document what happened as it was happening! And the first hand look at the aftermath was interesting to see! Take care and I hope for the best for ye!

[@sandrahester5159]

@@joligarcon5970 XXL ll do

[@organiz3dkhaos264]

I’m in Texas bro

[@diane907]

Truly happy you are safe. My family lives in the Cape and are safe. Some damage but fixable. I lived there for 26 years. Breaks my heart. Thanks you for posting this video. Will you be making more for those of us who can't be there? 💜

[@beachbetty2060]

My son and his family lived on SE 47th St in Cape Coral until this past May when they relocated to the east coast. I’m so sorry you had to endure this. We survived Sandy in NJ, but it was the most terrifying thing I’ve ever experienced.

[@tiamarrow6366]

I’m from Long Island NY….the Jersey shore, Breezy Point in I believe Queens, and Long Island got hit hard by Sandy. The aquarium in the city just reopened this summer after having been closed and renovated because of Sandy. Some places are still destroyed and having been rebuilt

[@toonybrain]

Indeed, the homes and beaches in NJ were devastated by Sandy. The Perfect Storm.

[@thinkforyourselfjohn3167]

I'm terrified of 🌀 hurricanes after Andrew I have severe PTSD not joking. I still reside in Florida and wouldn't be able to stay for a hurricane I would have a nervous breakdown if I did lol. Sandy was awful I remember that storm glad your ok. God Bless you.

[@tiamarrow6366]

@@thinkforyourselfjohn3167 I have a few cousins that actually lived in Miami Beach up until last month….they’ve been through all the major hurricanes since their parents have lived in the same house for years as well. They ended up moving further inland but a bit up north in the state because, they were tired of wasting money on flood damage and flood insurance since their house was on the water. So they moved last month and the area that they live in now got hit by Ian but….they never got flooded, and never lost power and there was no damage to the house….just small debris from the trees on the ground.

[@akbychoice]

Our daughter and girls live off SW Santa Barbara.

[@kaylaelogan]

Thank you for documenting all of this. We also live in Cape Coral. I haven’t been able to bring myself to take many photos, it’s too heartbreaking. I’ll never need a photo to remember what I’ve seen from Ian. Praying you and your family are continuing to do okay.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank You Kayla! Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@Fitzcam1]

Wow! Excellent footage, excellent editing, excellent commentary! Well done! I hope you're all ok. I'm in Naples.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Hello, yes we are all ok. I hope you are alright too. We only had minimal damage compared to many others. Thank you for watching.

[@BrianBHatteras43c]

A really well done documentary and hopefully serves as a cautionary tale for many. Glad that you ended up safe, and hope your damage minimal and power is restored soon. Thank you for sharing, I am sure you are busy in the recovery period. Wishing you well.

[@lorriecrow2958]

Once people live near the ocean or a gulf, even with hurricanes... Won't leave... Living on the water is addictive

[@nobusmanrbbj]

@@fowchiiiliedpuppiesdied It is not whether u have money or not but how u got ur money. U have no idea how she got hers.(Because that is none of your business?). She used her resources to educate others on what went on in this hurricane. You on the other hand have done nothing...and yes I have noticed u did ur complaining many unnecessary times. Feeling sorry for u...Envy is not pretty.

[@mattbasford]

EXCELLENT videography! Your pans and zooms went exactly where my eyes wanted to go. FINALLY, someone who knows how to shoot home hurricane footage. And the juxtaposition of your calm narration to the threatening images was fascinatingly brilliant. God bless you for capturing all of that and of course, your safety! --Sincerely, a friend in Jacksonville, FL.

[@debbiem359]

Your calm commentary throughout the hurricane was amazing! First of all, I’m thankful that you & your family are safe. Secondly, I’d like to thank you for the excellent step by step of the storm’s progress. At one point, I saw the water in the canal flow backwards! Then it seemed to do it again later on. I’m assuming this was during the passing of wall of the storm and the change in the wind. I was glad to see that you had minimal damage. Kudos for building a home to withstand such winds. I pray that there was no loss of life or people injured, as well as for those that had older homes that didn’t withstand the storm like yours did. God was surely with you! ❤

[@Adventure-Mom]

Hello Debbie, Thank you for the warm thoughts. You are correct that the water actual flowed into the canal and kept coming. This was indeed because the wind shifted directions based on the position of the hurricane. Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@janeburton7647]

It looked like the waves on the canal changed direction during the hurricane. You were very brave to video tape this experience so those of us elsewhere and north of the USA border could see from your personal view what you folks go through during these devastating storms and flooding. Thank you for posting this and thank goodness you are all safe. 🇨🇦

[@muricaaaa343]

It looks like she’s not far from me. With my house the wind came from the backside for the first half and then the front for the second half, we never got the eye just rode the right eye wall the whole way

[@lordTowle]

The winds started from the East, and we were okay. When they switched to coming from the South we were "screwed". My roof was okay, had just been replaced 11 months prior. My 'cage' was destroyed. We also had 6" of water in the house. BTW - Our house was between Cap Harbor and the Westin.

[@therealmeezie]

​@@lordTowle That seems to be how it went for everyone. Almost like the first winds loosened everything up, than a little calm, and than pounded with the wind from the back side that just tore everything up.

[@henryhawkins1194]

@@lordTowle I agree we got easterly winds, then southern winds and finally westerly winds. The winds coming from south took my roof shingles, all the trees and fence down in the backyard. I lost shingles from every direction except the north side of my house.

[@deusvult6920]

Yall had a hurricane hit Canada too right before this I live about 3 hours north of where this hit so we just had a generic tropical storm here nothing big but the night before it came through there was a really low (I mean really low clouds < 100' in the air) That's why it was so bad this windy front that came down from Georgia pushed a lot of water south right into the hurricane that's where the storm surge really came from I live 3 miles from the coast pasco county

[@pace628]

Dear Ruby, Thank you for this well documented account of the tragedy at Cape Coral. My heart goes out to everyone who suffered destruction caused by hurricane Ian. Your account is very well carried out. You told the story in an unusually calm and composed way. Your home was probably not flooded, or it would have been documented. I am glad you are ok after this ordeal.

[@mariettaurseth-presser4366]

I really appreciate your clear and calm narrative of this devastating event. My heart also goes out to all impacted.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@walk4718]

What a harrowing experience. Your calm collected narration was astonishing. As a fellow coast-dweller in Texas, my heart and prayers go out to you and your neighbors.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you James for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@LiveItLikeLisa]

Wow that is terrifying, how you remained calm throughout this is incredible. Thank you so much for filming this. I couldn’t begin to imagine living through that.

[@sheilastiles01]

I lived in Cape Coral for 11 years (S.E. 27th terrace). I feel so sad for everyone impacted by Ian. Bless you all. Thank you for sharing this video.

[@bennetts-revenge_2]

@@fowchiiiliedpuppiesdied you are so fucking rude!

[@lindawalsh5487]

We lived in Fort Myers and I worked in Cape Coral for 11 years. My heart breaks for everyone effected.

[@Matt-ud9op]

Not the best idea to let people know what street you live in.

[@sheilastiles01]

@@Matt-ud9op I haven't lived there since 1981 !!!!

[@palomahealing5073]

I feel for you, and your experience😒I grew up in South Florida and I can still appreciate living there. There is no place like it? I'm actually going to move back soon from drought ridden Las Vegas! Thank you for this video!

[@AFAskygoddess]

You're going to get "sticker shock" when you see how much home prices have risen in the last four years. Even worse now. Homes have been destroyed all the way through to the ocean. People have no where to move. There was an acute housing shortage even BEFORE the hurricane. It's absolutely heartbreaking.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Hello Paloma, I love FL as well. This experience is trying to many, but FL is my home and I am not leaving. Thank you for supporting my channel.

[@TampaFanatic1]

Thank you for posting this. I grew up in Temple Terrace but my Dad owned land down on the Cape (by the Country Club) and my Uncle lived down off of El Dorado (Skylark Court) back in the '70s and '80s so I recognized the drive toward the Yacht Club (used to ride my bike to go swimming at the beach or Yacht Club pool) off of Lucerne and Coronado. I also recognized where Christ Lutheran used to be off of Del Prado and Cornwallis. Everyone always talked about the possibility of such a storm hitting the suncoast but never thought that it would be so devastating. I am glad to see that y'all are making progress. I understand the surge flooded many of the businesses off of Cape Coral pkwy by the Old Publix now a Winn Dixie. Such a wonderful place, I have fond memories of it back when anything north of the churches on Del Prado was the boondocks and Tarpon Point was still the Rose Gardens. Prayers to all down there. Great channel, glad I subscribed!

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for the comment. It was very tough to see the city with such devastation but things are improving each day. I have only been here for about 15 years, but it has grown a lot in that short time. Thanks for watching and supporting my channel!

[@DavdandElaine]

Thank you for sharing. So glad that you are okay. It will take a while for Florida to bounce back, but it will happen. We have relatives in Venice who sustain some damage to their new home, but much less than many others. We truly enjoy watching your videos as we had a 2021 Teller LT & just traded it in for a Sanctuary. Your straight forward explanations and step by step instructions on how you accomplished your modifications are truly appreciated. Sending you lots of positive vibes, hoping life gets back to norma very soon.

[@cwstyle3]

I am glad you and family are safe. Prayers for you and others in your community. 🙏🏼

[@vickigarrett597]

I can't imagine the horror and heartache all of your city has experienced. My thoughts and prayers go out to you. Your voice was so calm... thanks for posting your video.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@CarolineRichard007]

Wow... So sad to see the destruction there! You did a great job documenting this. Just facts, no hype. Thank you for that. My deepest thoughts to all of you! Be brave!

[@Adventure-Mom]

Hello Caroline, Thank you for the compliment and Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@nataliestaheli51602]

Such a tragedy! Thank you for sharing your experience with the hurricane! You were very brave to keep recording the progress and results of the storm! I hope and pray that everyone who was inflicted in any way from this storm, that they receive the love and comfort and guidance that they could ever need!

[@TheScarletteWhisper]

Thank you for sharing your story, I wish you and your city all the best with healing and repairs. Sending love from Australia 💜 I appreciate being able to see the impacts of hurricanes and what people go through, thank you. Stay safe 🫂

[@lesliesmith9734]

I lived in Cape Coral on a freshwater canal near the 4 lakes south of Hancock but moved away in 2005. I went thru Hurricane Charley in 2004 and that was scary enough for me. Luckily I had hurricane shutters. I can only imagine how terrifying Ian was. Thank you for your video. Most deal with the horrible destruction on Ft Myers Beach, Sanibel and Matlacha. I've been wondering how areas of the Cape fared, particularly the area where my old home is located. Take care.

[@nja3224]

I felt my own anxiety and fear rise as I was watching this, thank you for putting this out there for all to see. I’m sorry for the devastation this storm brought to you and others, and to the lives lost. Some things can be fixed or replaced, while other things are gone forever. I live in Brooklyn, NY and was spared the hardship. I was around for Sandy several years back, the severity and violence of these storms are frightening. My prayers and thoughts are for all who were impacted.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@frankm4277]

My heart goes out to everyone affected from the Hurricane, so much property damage and lives lost. Also the boats and cars, I cannot believe it was so bad. I am in Jersey and own property (just land) in Cape Coral. I will getting down there as soon as I possibly can. Everyone prays for a speedy recovery so lives can get back to normal. Thank you for the video as the storm was progressing to give us all a sense of what was happening in your area. Our prayers go out to all of you and may God be with you.

[@davidbrooks7806]

Please stay in NJ. we have limited resources right now and don't need you in the way. No offense but your lot is fine... stay home

[@frankm4277]

@@davidbrooks7806 Thank you for your opinion on what I should and should not do about my investments. Please keep your negative and pessimistic opinions to yourself. I did not get where I am today listening to opinions and advice such as yours. No offense to you and thank you. Hope you do okay there.

[@jackf9919]

@ Frank M. Your lot is fine I can assure you. If your not coming to help anyway possible. Stay in N.J.

[@davejohnsen8540]

@@davidbrooks7806 Every little bit helps, Sir. I've been through 3 bad hurricanes myself. While unscathed, I shoveled mud out of strangers homes, cut sheet rock etc. Dont look a gift horse in the mouth my friend.

[@frankm4277]

@@jackf9919 I will just thank you in advance for your advice.

[@ETHANWXCHASING]

Incredible video! I've visited Cape Coral, Fort Myers, and Sanibel many times and strongly considered moving to that region of Florida a few years ago. It's a shame to see such a beautiful part of the country absolutely destroyed and laid to waste by such a monstrous storm. Great job documenting this and I hope recovery goes well for you!

[@jamesegan3191]

Not laid to waste... we will be back.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Hello Ethan, I agree that this is a beautiful area and I am truly saddened by the recent events but as James stated below, we will rebuild. Thank you for supporting my channel!

[@kennixox262]

Growing up in Florida, Tampa Bay area that hasn't had a direct hit since 1921: We on a few occasions when it was thought that a big one was coming, that the pool screens were slashed to allow the wind to blow through. Looks as if they have improved the pool enclosures. Even with a Cat 3 expected, why did you stay? You are so very fortunate that you came through it as well as you did. It could have been much worse. Cape Coral is an environmental disaster that should have never been developed in the first place. Are you Florida natives or did you move from Indiana or somewhere?

[@adrienne41]

And literally have an evacuation-mobile sitting in the driveway. SMH. I’m no where near there and I evacuated to a hotel. Leave and leave early - seems to have worked 100% of the time for me. I feel bad for those who can’t afford to leave. THAT is the real tragedy.

[@hollyfictum4645]

Thank for sharing. My Grandparents lived in Cape Coral before passing. I’m glad they didn’t have to experience this. Sending everyone prayers and hugs!

[@Adventure-Mom]

Hello Holly, Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@raptorchic3042]

Thank You for sharing your experience with that monster. I was very happy to tell you and your family made it thru without flooding inside your home. Best of wishes to you 🕊🙏🏻

[@rogerwise4105]

Ruby, so sorry you had to endure this terrible storm, but glad you are safe!

[@Adventure-Mom]

Hello Roger, thank you so much for your concern. We are all ok and have only minimal damage to our home compared to many others that have flooded and were completely destroyed. Thanks for watching.

[@thexnewyorker7284]

Glad your all ok. I’ve been down here since 96 on the east coast .Been through around 7 Hurricanes (lost count) luckily never a cat 5 . These are no joke . Never take these storms for granted . I’ve had enough of them . Time to move

[@Jonathan_O]

I’ve lived in coastal Florida all of my life, including on the water similar this person. She is absolutely crazy to have stayed in her home during a nearly cat 5 hurricane! She’s lucky to be alive. You can usually ride it out when you live inland, but if you’re on the water you get the F out!!

[@JackSparrow-gg4vl]

"my home is 12 ft above sea level"......"hurricane Ian is expected to have storm surge up to 18 ft" 😯!!

[@jcool4358]

Don't know how you have remained so calm throughout this whole video. Prayers go out to all in this area.

[@jcool4358]

@@rahorin ok, thanks. I was thinking she had no nerves..lol

[@paige3691]

@@jcool4358 😂

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@briansupermag3918]

Cant believe you stayed for this one. Glad you guys are ok. My wife and i used to live in Port Charlotte just up the road where the most intense parts of IAN hit as that area was a direct hit from the eye of IAN. I can't imagine what they must of experienced. Glad you guys atr ok. Hope everyone helps each other out to get through this catastrophe. GOD BLESS

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@sparkyleid9956]

I live in Punta Gorda. This was my first Hurricane. It lasted 9.5 hrs. No flooding or damage. I was surprised. But as I drove around I could see the devastating effects. It very emotional.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Hello sparky, You are correct, it felt like it lasted forever and was very emotional. Glad to hear that you had minimal damage. Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@i6345]

Amazing video and editing! Thank-you for sharing! How scary it must have been for you and hope you are all doing better now!

[@BK-dy8jk]

I live in Naples Florida and thank you for allowing us to experience time lapse and the devastation that occurred there. So many beaches are wiped out. What man builds in the calm is destroyed in the storm. This will not be the last. Storms are getting bigger and stronger.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@yvonnekisch3628]

​@@Adventure-Mom14:15

[@MikeNaples]

Great vid showing the hurricane effects. I live in Naples (39 years) and the storm surge is what got us. Winds were not that bad. What was scary was being in the house seemingly trapped as the water rose. Home flooded with salt water muck but my wife and I or OK and thank God for that. It's devastating to lose all your "stuff" but we are so thankful to be alive and pray for all those who fared worse.

[@Jzvee]

This is so devastating to watch all the damage to all those homes, businesses and boats. I was nervous watching the water rise in your backyard. I’m glad you and your family were ok.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@JustinJamesOGuinn]

Absolutely devastating. Thank you for taking this time to document and tell us what it's like to be part of such a horrific situation. We hope you recover soon. Many prayers to you and your city.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@karencoyle3011]

Your home, and the homes in your area, are wonderfully well built! Surprisingly little damage for such a strong storm.

[@roybatty6368]

Takes $$$$$$$$

[@smytb]

@@roybatty6368 Yes, it does! But, this is the USA, and you too could have had a nice house and boat, IF you wanted to work for it!!! The ONLY thing stopping you from that was YOU!!! American Privilege !!!

[@AFAskygoddess]

@@roybatty6368 , rising water and storm surge laugh at people's multimillion dollar mansions. You can't build a house to withstand that for any amount of money. She was fortunate the water didn't rise another foot. I was very lucky, too. My neighbors, not so much.

[@Maya-bu2rf]

@@roybatty6368 and newer building codes

[@imafeltersnatch7634]

@@AFAskygoddess obviously you're wrong

[@xheidix1974]

I have 7 friends in Cape Coral (formerly Indiana residents that all moved down there) and I am thankful they are all ok with minimal damages. How scary! Thank you for showing us what it really looks like.

[@jessalove8322]

Wow. Thank you for documenting all of this. My dad lives in Cape Coral. They day off the hurricane I called him every single hour making sure he was ok. I was worried for him to lose phone service because I knew I would be worried about him and go panic mode. Thank God he never did. I’m so thankful to see you stayed safe also. Thank you again for this documentation. Praying for those impacted.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@kianna270]

I know how you feel. My mom lives a few miles off the coast of the gulf right where Ian hit and I lost contact with her after a few hours and her area was predicted 12-18 feet of storm surge. The next morning she finally was able to call me and I literally just balled my eyes out. I had heard of some others who called search and rescue on their parents and it was scaring me all day, I was glued to my phone. I grew up in the area but I’m now in Orlando, I wished the entire time she came and stayed with me 😂 glad your father was okay!❤

[@jessalove8322]

@@kianna270 oh I’m so sorry you had to go all that time without talking to her. I would have panicked, I’m sure you didn’t get much sleep. I’m thankful to hear that she is ok though. I hope her place didn’t have too much damage either. That storm sure was scary. Thankful the storms are over for this year. Happy holidays 🎄

[@Prepwithane]

You did an excellent job both filming and explaining. I hope relief efforts come soon. Thank you for taking the time to do this. I have never experienced a hurricane, so this video is much appreciated. What I found most amazing is how thick power line poles just snapping into, but young little trees holding up strong. Just truly amazing.

[@trianj12]

What an amazing person you are! Your calm and measured demeanor in the midst of such terrifying carnage is most inspirational. A job well done. Thanks for sharing.

[@DMillerFlorida]

You realize she voice dubbed over the video right ? She didn't actually talk on video while recording.

[@Nunyabusiness62]

I'm impressed with your skills with the camera and your description of what I just saw. Praying that you and all the people who have been affected by this storm can bounce back quickly.

[@sarahansley4601]

Thank you for sharing this! I also live in the Cape and our experience was almost identical to yours so I'm so glad that you documented this so well. It's all very surreal and it almost doesn't feel right going back to normal life while so many others can't. My family and I pray every night thanking God that we made it through and asking that He brings hope to those who lost so much!

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@jamesatthewatercooler5463]

I have prayed for you and everyone safety before it hit. Im so happy you survived this and will continue prayer for you and your family as well as your neighbors

[@vhehn]

proof prayer dont do shit? probably not to you.

[@hennyhardaway2582]

I lived because of your prayer thanks 🫡

[@theresemurphy5146]

Your calm analysis of the devastation caused during and after the hurricane is truly exceptional

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@hana_lilly8405]

It's like watching a documentary. Nicely done. Prayers to all affected by the hurricane.

[@lawb4348]

It was certainly something I willnever forget. You did an excellent job!!

[@Adventure-Mom]

100% agree, I will not soon forget the sound of the wind, the debris hitting my home, nor how close the surge water came to flooding my home. Thank you for the compliment and your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@moonstonesky6119]

I live in Sarasota, a block from the bay, I am so very sorry that this happened to you and our beautiful SW Florida communities. I really want to hug you and beg you to NEVER go outside to film when you see a power line pole like that. I still have chills in my stomach… you’re very lucky to have not been electrocuted. A lot of people were after Andrew from walking around assessing the damage. There’s a lot of them down up here too. Please be careful! Hugs

[@LisaH776]

OR out the back. That canal water could have undercut the far edge of your patio and collapsed under your weight. Please be careful!

[@starbright7983]

Thanks for sharing. Incredible how powerful and long lasting this storm was. Ive been watching videos from FL and the devastation is far and wide. I am so sorry for all the people affected by hurricane Ian and I pray for you all.

[@joeisreallife7729]

this is my first real video of the destructiob cause i evacuated though my house got flooded so its good i did

[@kathleenvecchioni696]

Thank you

[@kathleenvecchioni696]

Thank you

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@raymartindale3962]

Adventure Mom, thank you for showing us the devastation brought by Ian. A picture is worth a thousand words. I know electrical/power line workers from my state, of Indiana, are in Florida. Thousands here pray for you, and hope you get the help you all need. Florida is the American Paradise. We all love your state, we are extremely sorry for your loss, but we know someday you’ll recover. Best of luck and prayers for you, your neighbors, and state.

[@SusanMilner]

This video is very accurate as to what most of us here in Cape Coral experienced. I added it to my Hurricane Ian Playlist for others to view. Thank you for the video. I hope you are slowly feeling back to normal. I know our area as a whole is going to take awhile. 🙏

[@Adventure-Mom]

Hello Susan, Thank you for adding this video to your list and thank you for the prayers. We are slowly getting back to normal but rest assured we will build back even better. Thank you so much for your support!

[@teresalowry6340]

I can't believe how calm you sound. I couldn't have even stayed let alone videoed it. You're amazing!

[@canlib]

The video was edited later. She wasn't talking like that when the sh*t was flying.

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@debre6532]

Living in UK we can only imagine what a hurricane is like but actually seeing this step by step makes you realise just how devastating it is😔 I must say though those windows were definitely worth every penny👌🏼 Thank you so much for filming this & hope you are all okay❤

[@anitarogers2877]

@debre65 - I'm in the UK too. With respect to you offering this lady and her community reassuring words, as this was truly awful - where were you in February 2022, ie., this year, when Storm Eunice ravaged the UK, the first time red warnings issued and we had 122mph winds?? Travel was restricted, thousands were without power and the rail-ways were impacted due to damage. I live by the open coast - that was more than scary enough. Many people's properties were damaged in some form.

[@nelsonvanvickle8862]

No thank you. I’ll take the infrequent earthquakes, mudslides and wildfires out here in California any day over this kind of terror. You Floridians have my respect and God bless!

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@craigloomis20]

As a kid and even as a adult I LOVE Florida. Hopefully everyone will be treated fairly and will be able to rebuild even stronger homes and infrastructure.

[@RickyL305]

Cape coral is not ft. Myers, it's not, Sanibel island, it's not Naples. You live on the outskirts of where hurricane Ian truly hit. I also live on the outskirts of where it hit also. There is a huge difference, you were not hit directly.

[@michaellarogers2712]

Mate get over yourself, she was hit, fullstop, have empathy rather than criticism

[@annbryant4388]

This was an excellent mini-documentary of the experience & wrath of a hurricane as strong as Ian!! My father retired early in 1984 at 55 after working at DuPont in Virginia for 30 years & running a 400 acre beef cattle farm in his 'spare' time. The farm was sold in 1980 when my parents divorced. My dad remained in 1984, he & my stepmother moved to Cape Coral in 1985 & started a charter boat business with 3 boats of various sizes & types. The charter boat business as a whole started to go 'bellyup' in the late 80s, I think. Dad ended up going back to work as either City Manager or just an engineer for Fort Myers & retired again. He's never been one to sit still!! When he 1st arrived in Cape Coral, before my stepmother could join him bcuz of her work obligations, he even worked at Publix as a bag boy!! He said he had NEVER been propositioned by so many women in his entire life, as when he worked there!! 1 other funny story - when my dad announced his retirement at DuPont, he stopped wearing a tie to work, he hated ties so badly, & said 'what are you gonna do, fire me?', lol. When he went to work at Publix as a bag boy, they made him wear a tie!!! LOL!!! They ended up leaving Cape Coral living the RV life, then finally settled in Wauchula, bought a small ranch & dad said he was living his 2nd childhood raising cattle again!! They lost the roof & therefore entire home to a hurricane a number of years ago, building a new house farther back on their property. My dad is now 92 years young, my stepmother who's 14 years younger is unfortunately in a memory care facility bcuz of severe dementia. Dad was 1 of the lucky ones this time, only minor damage to a screened porch & the roof of a pump house. Almost ALL of HARDY (It may be HARDEE,sorry) COUNTY ENDED UP UNDERWATER, but fortunately not Dad!! My heart & prayers go out to all who went through Hurricane Ian!!! With much love from Virginia!!

[@Adventure-Mom]

Thank you for your support. If you watch my follow-up video, you will see the recovery efforts underway and money generated from that video will be donated to the SW FL recovery efforts. It is an easy, simple , and free way to support our community. Here is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/q2rIhnh-iJaHZ7M. Again, Thank you so much for your support!

[@ltcolumbo9708]

Phenomenal documentation young lady! This is absolutely insane and terrifying. I just moved to Ft Myers 6wks ago. I'm barely getting use to geckos and lizards. Snakes probably never. I'm sharing my backyard with a sweeping land preserve But this damn hurricanes and how Ft Myers/ Southwest is in the path is making me a nervous wreck

[@playsball]

I've always been curious why people choose to stay and risk their lives especially when a direct hit is forecast.

[@jennifervoehringer2494]

Because if you live here they never know where it truly is going to hit. Ian was supposed to go up into Tampa Bay, but like Charlie in 2004 it stalled and turned early. A forecast is just that, if they knew where and actually when it would hit that would be awesome. But it's weather and things change on a dime. It's not 100% accurate. Nothing ever is.

[@natethegreatest9905]

Not everyone can afford to evacuate also.

[@nickbrian9882]

Some people just choose not to leave either lol We think we can handle it.

[@ajarnett5814]

Because the storm was supposed to continue its path north past Cape Coral. Then suddenly, it took a hard turn to the right and plowed into the Ft Myers/Cape Coral area.