Aftermath of Hurricane Helene in Asheville, NC - Inside Biltmore Village - Absolutely Devastating

[@TheCarpetbagger]

Apparently I touched a nerve with recommending a particular charity. I recommend people do their own research and choose a Charity that matches their own desires and values. Just remember to check third party sources before picking a charity.

[@winstonsmith5090]

Yea, I think you did. You might as well have said lets give money straight to the illegals funneling into this country. Are you that far out of touch.

[@CharmingAthens]

@@markuswilliams6316 Really? Because Katrina didn't seem to care about that idea.

[@CharmingAthens]

Unless you hand your donation to the person who needs it, there is no way to know if it ever makes it anyways. No need for people to get upset about how others give.

[@9496TULL]

@@markuswilliams6316ain’t been none of those for decades.

[@catrinahartz944]

Amen!

[@stevofinj]

If anyone is curious, the markings used by Search and Rescue teams mean; top quadrant: time and date search completed, left is search team ID, Right is and hazards found inside, and bottom is the number of people found alive/dead. Thank you for the video!

[@tanyasharadamba1264]

🙏🏼🥹😭💔❤️‍🩹

[@beccadis2823]

There are still abandoned buildings in New Orleans and the surrounding area with these Markings from Katrinia.

[@tarabelles2130]

I was coming here to give this info. I live in Biloxi--- all too familiar a sight here & yes, you can still see these markings on a few buildings even 19 years later.

[@JennasMusic76]

I live right outside of Asheville, and I appreciate you putting light on things in our city and surrounding areas. I have not had power, internet in 10 days I am thankful to be alive, heard one of our friends passed away in the river district, so very sad. We have took a real beating and the videos, and photos don't do it justice. I drove down to Biltmore yesterday and it just breaks my heart. I honestly cannot believe this is reality, it will take us years to recover. Thank you so much fpr shedding light on this horrific event. We are family, and WNC will stay strong forever.

[@Poetessa2]

I'm so sorry this is happening to you. My heart breaks for you. I'm keeping you in my thoughts and prayers, My love and healing hugs, Leslie x

[@LisaPT121]

You should receive special recognition for this video. I know that’s not your intention, but wow you really documented the extent of what these people have been through. My heart breaks for all they lost. I only hope somehow they can pick up the pieces and feel safe again.

[@lindap2869]

This is one of the best videos I’ve seen about Asheville’s devastation. Thank you. Glad you and your family are safe.

[@mandmadventurers]

@@lindap2869 we agree it is one of the best videos.

[@LisaPT121]

@@lindap2869 💯

[@rogerhare7886]

This was 100 times more informative than sound bite, breathless news reports. Thank you for this effort.

[@mollysmith1226]

​@@Plutogalaxy truth

[@nannytimes5nlovethem824]

Yes all the news we saw was to promote giving to Fema and how good they have been at helping during this hurricane. Doesn't look like they're help that much.

[@Delusionalcry]

​@@nannytimes5nlovethem824Because you can't enter those areas they're still looking for bodies and having to be helicoptered in.

[@patriciak7192]

Devastating 😢

[@emilja.4205]

@nannytimes5nlovethem824 Read in the news headlines a few days ago FEMA ran out of money because it went to illegals LoL

[@rhondablackburn3713]

Samaritans purse helped me immensely after Hurricane Florence. That was a very bad storm in NC a few years ago. They helped me and my family so much with almost every aspect when we were denied by fema at that time.

[@shawnkelso6393]

Thank you for providing awareness to this tragedy and for offering a perspective that is not being shown in national media! Your efforts are truly appreciated.

[@OrahLoves]

I live in Asheville, within walking distance of the Swannanoa River. I am beyond grateful that my family and I were not harmed in our home. We have been without Wi-Fi until today. Due to the safety roadblocks, I have been unable to walk or drive to these footage areas. I knew that it was bad, but this damage is horrendous. Seeing this is making me sick 😭. However, I appreciate the footage; it will buffer the shock when I see it for myself within the week. This town is pulling together, and we are helping one another, but there are also looters and criminal predators. Prayers and donations are greatly appreciated by all of us. Bottled Water is like gold to many, to include myself, because we will be without it for at least a month or more. 🙏💕

[@diesel9650]

Sending both in Jesus mighty name AMEN I'll send a little bit hopefully each paycheck for a while and if we all just pitch in a little bit it's going to help a lot

[@carriejustice7433]

I'm in alamance county. We're hearing that since FEMA showed up they're turning donations trucks away. I pray that it only because they actually have enough but I find that very hard to believe. Prayers ✝️ for all of you, going up multiple times a day!! North Carolina Strong!!

[@Supremewin777]

It will take many years. Asheville is over 😢

[@paulaclark7989]

God be with y’all, I’m so very sorry for the absolute destruction of your beautiful city and state. Lots of prayers for y’all. 🙏

[@vicv5485]

In South Asheville still without WiFi but thankfully we have power back. 10 days now without WiFi and no timeline from spectrum. Went out and bought AT&T as they don’t have an outage in my area

[@carlamccall449]

The shop at 25:52, 14 Lodge, is my friend’s store. She just had her grand opening a week before the storm. Prayers for everyone affected.

[@mollysmith1226]

😢

[@louhortonsculpture]

The impact on small businesses in that area is so devastating.

[@dc6233]

My Lord, she must be absolutely devastated.

[@carlamccall449]

@@dc6233 she is, but is happy she and her family are safe. She said she will try to open back up sometime.

[@FrankGlover-k9b]

Grand opening, grand closing

[@patlogue1067]

Who needs main stream media? You've got this covered.

[@74the_magpie]

They lie

[@vella4897]

Praying for you sweet people.

[@Bobbie-KaPanzies]

You did a fantastic on the ground job of reporting of what has transpired in Asheville. Thank you. Nice to see the truth in reporting today. Be safe.

[@YogabyNanda]

The “remodel soon” sign still standing at Moe’s was eerie. This is harsh to watch. Devastating to think of all the lives lost. I lived in Asheville for a few years and the community in the region is truly one of a kind.

[@paulnale7725]

Everyone should thank a Walmart trucker for using 60 of there trucks to go to Ashville NC in a big convoy and a lot of trucking companies are doing it they don't get enough credit on the road I was a truck driver from 95 to 2021 and got a lot of bs from normal people

[@elizabethmchenry3102]

Thank you and you are right, there will be a lot of people who will not get credit even though they deserve much for their sacrifice and compassion.

[@Poetessa2]

That's amazing that that a Walmart trucker did that! They need all the help they can get!! My dad was a trucker for many years when I was growing up. And later I worked for his trucking company in my 20's! I always treat truckers with the utmost respect and go out of my way to make sure they feel appreciated. It's not an easy job, it can be very isolating and lonely, a simple gesture of kindness and respect goes a long way. And stay out of their way. My father instilled those values in me. I'm sorry you endured BS. Those people weren't 'normal, they were classless, self-centred and plain rude!!!

[@ShellyRobb-rk2ck]

Thank You Truckers And Walmart!❤❤❤ You Are Amazing! Thank You to the private helicopter pilots! It will take a long time to recover from this in many ways. America will come together. ❤❤❤❤

[@pontiacrye7318]

@@paulnale7725 Truckers are the life and blood of america, as well as the foundation. Without them, stores would have no food, people wouldn't have their fancy electronics, and the country would fall apart. People should be giving them more appreciation, and be nicer to them. It's not an easy job either, so helping them out is always good. But its nice to know that even with little respect, at least truckers will still help those who are often ungrateful when they are in dire need. They are good people.

[@paulnale7725]

@pontiacrye7318 well to bad it will never happen and before you start talking I was a driver from 95 to 2021 best move I made to get out of the business with all the trash the dot and people and ruels they have the only new ruel I liked was the electronic log book the best thing for the industry when that came into affect my company paid us a lot better we got more money for are breakdown holiday pay vacations pay and I was non union my break down and holiday pay and vacation pay was 65 to 70 an hour I loved being broke down and for new years I made with running 3 loads from Bradley il to Austin in 4.5 hour trips there and back 3 thousand dollars and still home new years night at 6 pm

[@Johnathon10]

You can donate to the Cajun Navy, they are doing a terrific job in helping to get supplies to the people that are in need in this area of N.C.. thanks guys!

[@WildDears]

I agree, United Cajun Navy seems to be super legit and they will be my go to

[@michellerobinson1318]

Hearts with Hands is another great place

[@rhondablackburn3713]

Cajun navy also did much work during aftermath of Hurricane Florence here in NC

[@joiedevivre2005]

The Cajun Navy are a wonderful group. A lot of people wouldn't be here today without their rescue efforts.

[@tonyatinman563]

My sister and brother in law live in Asheville. They still do not have power, but, otherwise we're blessed to make it through the storm with only some downed trees. Water must be boiled, but they have bottled, too. They ate their first hot food in days days at a Chick fil a that had managed to open. She said it was like a gourmet meal! My heart goes out to those who were so less fortunate.

[@CreativeCreatorCreates]

We are about an hour and a half away from you. The devastation out here towards Burnsville is unreal. Our community is amazing and the help we’ve had from other communities. Thank you for sharing this. I’m comforted in seeing your face. We all survived although we almost lost two of my three sons and my husband. Most of our animals survived. We lost the roosters and older hens in the back yard when the river rose. It came to the bottom of the top step to our upstairs. My house is built well. We are blessed. So glad you and yours are safe.

[@thememorytravelerReset]

Thank you for taking me home to see what the reality is. It was my home for 26 years. I’m crushed thinking of all my friends. My heart breaks, too

[@mariannekiourtzidis5449]

😥🙏

[@beartec]

Thanks for the video. I live in Bryson City and they are pretty much back to normal. Downtown flooded and has mostly been cleaned up. Just so many small communities that are still trying to recover. Small towns that were pretty much washed away.

[@Samina-bf2eq]

Samaritans purse is a good way to donate! Be safe and thank you for your time to show the truth 🙏 Prayers for you all

[@vonitadustylgreen2914]

To those that lost lived ones, pets, homes, businesses, ect. we are with you in prayers. I wish I could be there to help clean up. I sure would. Everyone devastated by Hurricane Helene you are in my heart, thoughts and prayers... Your suffering will not be forgotten... Those that can only donate and not help physically, we will continue to keep you in our hearts and in the days to come. God bless all those that can and do help

[@lauramickey9789]

I agree. This video should be recognized and awarded for your visually reporting the devastation.

[@1949LA-ARCH]

Thank you for this video. This is absolutely so devastating,a lot people lost their jobs in this destroyed area. I just donated $100.00 bucks to Samaritan. This is the only way I can help, I am a disabled Vietnam veteran. Citizens helping citizens ❤WOW, I haven’t seen a Hardee’s in over 25 years. Darn, a Long John Silvers !

[@patriciaroberts1034]

God bless you sir for your service and your help.

[@TNJRSFFS]

Thank you and welcome home sir. There's still both of those food places locally in NE TN as well if you ever visit:) lots of older places still eeking by

[@brianfitch5469]

They helped me gut my house and rebuild it after Katrina.

[@sarahbowman7566]

I have no words other than my thoughts and prayers are with all the people affected. Stay safe Jacob and Jenny.

[@functionatthejunction]

Thank you for documenting this! The importance of this footage will only grow with the years!

[@nimrod275]

If these local KZbinrs didn’t exist then we wouldn’t know the full extent of the damages. National news have failed, yet again. Prayers for Jacob and for all of those who have been impacted by this storm.

[@stevenfriedman6042]

Absolutely horrific. May the affected people be able to return to normalcy soon. Jacob, kudos to you for presenting this disaster so that the world can see the disaster.

[@betttrbeth]

My daughter and I watch your videos for fun but this is so important to document. Thank you.

[@sherrystrawn7628]

I'm not finding a whole lot of news coverage on the devistation. I'm glad you were able to go and film this. Truly mind blowing.😢🙏😢

[@destinycoach5]

you wont find much on mainstream news but i have literally been on You Tube for 3 days watching private vids of peoples walk thru vids like this one - there are many of them, and peoples personal and house stories. so there is no shortage of material on the hurricane disaster.

[@JAZZYCFC]

@@Plutogalaxy Why don't u relax.

[@JAZZYCFC]

@@Plutogalaxy Local news & fox but the rest of the panderers won't show old Joe & giggles massive balls up.

[@renegade.adventures]

@@JAZZYCFC bad weather happens, move on and get over it.

[@cmr1981cr]

What's wrong with you?​@@renegade.adventures

[@MrsDemonfire318]

Thank you for always being respectful and giving us a chance to really see what's going on. I'm in NC but nowhere near Ashville and I gasp many times while watching this! I didn't know it was that bad!

[@SkullJelly]

I'm from Wisconsin. Two of my good friends live in that town. Man, all I can do is pray for everyone and hopefully they can get back to life soon.

[@Mandoslicer]

The Antique Tobacco Barn you see at 8:53 is right next to the shops of two of my good friends Asheville Landscaping (I was office manager for that company for almost 4 years) and Wood’s landscaping where you see the white truck. The Tobacco Barn is where the S&R teams piled up the body bags. Horrifying over there. Praying for each soul lost in this mess.

[@mandmadventurers]

Thank you for sharing this tragic scene with us. Our hearts break for North Carolina and all the states affected by Helene

[@carolynl.crudup9103]

Alll states affected.

[@mandmadventurers]

@@carolynl.crudup9103 excuse me?

[@chucksnightmare7674]

I hope that channels like you do not get bad mouthed for what you do. With this media, you show us the real side of these tragedies we would never see from the MSM. We live in nowhere michigan, and no extra income too do any travel. So thank you for what you, and all channels that bring people like us this interesting information.

[@bethtodd9921]

Samaritan's Purse is a really charity to give to as well Jacob. Praying for everyone there.

[@valerieirvin249]

Samaritan's Purse. They will see it goes directly to the most in need. 😊👏

[@notmethnx]

@@valerieirvin249 unlikely

[@ln8116]

Do not give money to twump his go fund me goes directly into his pockets

[@brianfitch5469]

​​@@notmethnxthey helped me gut and rebuild my house after katrina. I'm going to put in and see if I can volunteer with them for 2 weeks to repay it.

[@daylenestaneart775]

Samaritan’s Purse will, Red Cross will not.

[@dwightsayer4976]

Samaritans Purse is doing great work and can use your help

[@mikebaker9574]

@@dwightsayer4976 they are a great group. I know by past experience!!!!!!

[@ninairish763]

Do they have a donation site?

[@ABaney]

Very good and heartfelt video. Thank you for helping to educate us all on the devastation and heartbreak that was caused by the storm. I will continue to pray for all of the people in the affected areas. 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@A.T.O.T.46]

Praying for all in NC that has been touched by the hurricane.

[@suzicares2721]

Samaritan's Purse is a good organization to donate to. They took tons of supplies including 2 tankers of gas to Georgia. Prayer continues especially for those who lost loved ones, and for those who lost their homes, job, business, pets, eldctricity, water, heirlooms and access to services & goods. Be strong. You are not alone.

[@rhondaqualls2954]

I was about to say that. I've heard many people say Red Cross is no where to be found but no surprise there.

[@Joan-q6k]

Samaritan's purse? Are you kidding me??? Their hands are in their own pockets!!! Our forefathers warned about monotheists!!!

[@luckyotter623]

Sorry but I wouldn't donate to any organization run by millionaire grifter Franklin Graham.

[@heathermunoz6282]

​@@Joan-q6k You have absolutely no idea what you're talking about.

[@heathermunoz6282]

​@@luckyotter623Evil.

[@ardenseyefineart]

Without the full walking tour with your comments and the industrial sounds, the devastation would be ‘abstract.’ The severe losses to people’s livelihoods, the loss of jobs, income, resources is beyond mere belief. This will take extraordinary amount of manpower to remove the debris, let alone how people will be able to buy another car to get to work. It’s staggering what the force of the wind and water did. Asheville is one of many towns and communities impacted in 6 states. Staggering. So sorry that everyone has to face this, and I’m glad that you took the time and effort to make your video for us. Blessings to all from Berkeley, CA.

[@MindfulArcana]

Asheville has always had y heart. We were going to be moving here and were looking at a place that is now under mud. This is devastating to me. I can’t even imagine how it is for those who had to be there to endure the storm and now the aftermath. Much love to you all from Michigan.

[@lmf7436]

No, please give directly to the churches, etc, in the area, please. Most of the RCross monies go to admistration, not the people in need.

[@estebanhenriquez3491]

This is EXACTLY why I did not give to Red Cross! In past catastrophic events, it has been shown that most donations, or at least a good part of it, goes to administrative costs.

[@lescar2582]

Can you give info as to what is best for your area?

[@RearviewMirror-ij2pr]

That is correct.

[@annillig3648]

100%! Red Cross is a crime. Never give to them. They only give 10% of donations to the victims. The rest is for THEM.

[@jeffreyelliott622]

If anyone wants to make a donation I do know that Food Lion my employer does take donations at the registers when you make purchases for your groceries and any donation is accepted and goes to those people that were devastated in all this massive flooded areas I will be doing so myself !!

[@joiedevivre2005]

I live in Greenville County, SC - about 45 minutes from Asheville. We got hit hard, but nowhere near as badly as WNC did. I volunteered with clean-up & repair in New Orleans following Katrina. This is hauntingly familiar. So many of the charming little towns & hamlets you see signs for as you drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway are now gone - washed away by floods or mudslides. It is going to take many, many months & even years to recover from this. They are now saying Helene is the 2nd most deadly hurricane since Hurricane Camille in 1969 - with the exception of Katrina (which is the deadliest).

[@startupadmin540]

@TheCarpetbagger Thank goodness for citizen journalist like yourself otherwise we wouldn’t have a clear understanding of what really happened up there. Your video popped up in my feed, I recognized you right away, I actually watched one of your videos a couple of years ago about the Aluminum Christmas trees 🎄 Take good care of yourself, prayers for all! Thanks again!

[@darlalapole2943]

Oh, my God! The devastation is just unbelievable. Who could have ever foreseen this kind of damage. It hurts my heart. I can not even imagine where you begin to clean this up. Glad you are ok.

[@bg199083]

I hope the city of Ashville, NC, can rebuild, be stronger, and come together as a family to get back on its feet. Nice to see the Biltmore still intact Jacob! 😊😊

[@DanDrewRiceGay]

It won't. At the rate spending has been going, theyre not getting all that stuff back anytime soon.

[@brianfitch5469]

It takes years for rebuilding. I took the eyewall of katrina it took 5 or 6 years to have semblance of normal.

[@bg199083]

@@brianfitch5469 I agree with you Brian

[@Deborah-z3k]

My prayers are with these folks….

[@bg199083]

@@brianfitch5469 Absolutely Brian

[@surajsahni9519]

Watching from India. The damage done by Hurricane Helene looks like beyond repair. So devastating, I am really disheartened.

[@truckermatt4603]

My sister lives in Asheville her work is/was near biltmore village area she’s been without power and water since Friday morning we didn’t hear from her until Monday and had no clue she was ok or not but so glad she is

[@joanyount3239]

Must have been difficult for you to make this video, Jacob. Thank you for your courage. I am humbled seeing this through your eyes.

[@kimberlylyerly2207]

Sending continued thoughts and prayers to everyone affected by Hurricane Helene. ❤️🙏❤️

[@shableep]

Visited Waynesville and Ashville on a trip down south earlier this year. Utterly shocking to see what were beautiful cities and towns destroyed like this. Especially from having seen it first hand. Thanks for doing some of the best on the ground reporting I've seen on these locations. Glad to hear you, your wife and house are all safe. But truly sorry to hear so much of the communities you spend time in have been devastated. Wishing the best for you any everyone else piecing life together and recovering.

[@theresastapleton2506]

Thank you so very much for giving us the chance to see Asheville through your honest and sincere eyes . Hugs to all !

[@lorrainekrauss5140]

I read that the Davis furniture store is saying anyone who needed furniture to take it! It just needed to be cleaned. God bless you all down there!

[@9670wildkat]

I would not take anything from there. The water and mud is toxic and there's no way to save any of it.

[@birdandbow]

I was here just after you Jacob. Can't tell you how many memories I have from these places. Thanks for putting this out there. Folks need to know what is going on here. Take care of yourself and your people in this. Humans are not designed to take on this level of suffering. Sending love and support. Carpet-bag on my friend!

[@bell5179]

I lived here for five years, moved away 2021, this is completely heartbreaking and feels apocalyptic to see. So many precious memories here. Can't believe this happened to little old Asheville. What a tremendous loss

[@HeroicaPlay]

This on the ground reporting is invaluable to people who just don't know.

[@conciousking35]

At 23:33 That IS one of my companies work vans, Leading Green Distribution. I have put thousands if not a hundred thousand miles on that van over the years. RIP. Our entire fleet got swept away. We are still missing an Isuzu box truck that I was hoping to see in this video. Thank you for your brave footage. God Bless and Stay STRONG!

[@ttsupra87]

The battle with mold in the coming future is gonna be crazy

[@brandie8286]

Thank you for doing this video. I lived in Asheville for many years, and have so many loved ones out there right now. You never know what it really looks like being so far away, so thank you very much. Sending lots of love, prayers, and hope for a speedy recovery. Condolences to all those who have lost 🙏🙏🙏

[@denisedarnell1641]

This is your most heartbreaking video ever.. I feel for our friends in this disaster ..I pray that the rebuilding of these communities will happen soon and that they know that we are out here wanting to send the right help your way ... Love to Jacob and Jenn for sharing this with us and may they both continue to remain safe .. prayers to all out there affected 🙏

[@jennyf6446]

I know you never thought you’d be documenting something like this Jacob. Just so heartbreaking

[@purpledragon8368]

Jacob, this is your home. You are concerned and have a BIG heart for others. That is why you are doing this vlog. To see what has happened with your own eyes makes it more real. You were away when this happened and to come home to devastating effect, it’s heartbreaking. Thank you for sharing this, I know it was hard. It was hard to watch.😢❤😇🙏

[@ckhound1]

I would definitely recommend giving to the Mercys Chefs charity organization. When we had historic flooding in Eastern KY they helped immensely. Giving food out 3x daily to everybody in the counties. Setting up and cooking onsite (great food also) and being a place for volunteers. The Red Cross (at least for EKY) wasn't seen and did nothing to help us out.

[@Otteal]

I was thinking not to donate to red cross, I've seen some not good things about them

[@ckhound1]

@@Otteal I hope they do a lot of Asheville, but they were fairly absent with us.

[@Lodgerizer]

This makes me appreciate how lucky I am up here in Sweden. Sure we've had a few devastating storms, but the last time we had anything remotely close to this devastation was in 2005 with a storm named Gudrun. I'll make sure to donate if I can find a way to do so. Love your channel Jacob, keep up the good work. And those last few words about politics are important in times like these. Don't ever let politics get in the way of human decency.

[@reindeer7752]

Thank you, Sweden.

[@jameshanson4341]

Thank you and all the others posting the truth of the aftermath ! 🙏

[@Tofukitty846]

What makes people think they lie...

[@Retromicky82]

Thanks for sharing this jacob it's showing what some major news sites won't show

[@benjaminpetersen1952]

I work at The Grand Bohemian, and live about a mile and a half from it. It's been rough this past week.

[@denisedarnell1641]

Prayers sent your way...may your days get better along the way and that your work and home community feel the love we are sharing to help

[@parkerwatts3334]

What do you need?

[@cathyprosser1050]

🫂

[@BarbaraFox-hi3wh]

That beautiful gallery and artwork ❤️😍❤️.....so sorry

[@joannesoltesz3026]

My son lived in Weaverville Hendersonville then Fletcher for 12 years. I visited there many times recognized alot places. He moved in 2020 to Maine he said God told him to leave he called his new home his ark. So glad he listened. Thank you for sharing

[@SusieQUnleashed]

Thank you for taking the time to share this. I’m astonished 😨

[@robylove9190]

The pictures and video are horrifying but, I am sure they don't begin to show the reality of the damage and loss. Thanks for documenting this , Jacob ❤️

[@juliecree8824]

I live in great Britain and I can only say my prayers and thoughts are with you all and hope all can be rebuilt stronger keep doing what you are doing cos it's a great job❤

[@alliekuma4234]

My heart goes out to everybody affected by this. That destruction is so heartbreaking with the buildings shattered and collapsing. My mouth dropped open when I saw the water line above your head. I'm so relieved you and Jenn are okay. Sending prayers out to everybody dealing with these hurricanes. ♥

[@susannelanza8421]

Donated to two organizations today for Hurricane Helene victims, prayers to all. 😢

[@sharonatl]

You shoe more of the destruction in detail than most I’ve seen 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🇺🇸

[@KittyMcQueenFluffinsteen]

07:02 The food truck was Chaunie's Coffee that was across the street from those apartments😢 My brain can't comprehend this amount of destruction and I've lived thru several major hurricanes. The cleanup afterwards is what takes so much time. I can't imagine dealing with the rocky and treacherous terrain on top of all the damage😟 My heart goes out to all those that have been affected by this. Thank you Jacob for witnessing and bringing awareness to such vast destruction. I hope you, and everyone else, are able to take care of themselves after seeing all that in person.

[@mgehrum]

Jacob, your reporting was great. The devastation is simply biblical.. Jacob, Just a reminder... Stay away from any Gas stations for awhile that we're in the path of the devastation. The fuel is bad and anyone using fuel from those filling stations are doomed and will be plagued by bad fuel. Be safe my friend. Be well. My best to you and Jenn..

[@Idreallyrathernotthanks]

They are doomed??????????

[@Musicman-y7v]

Biblical???Did you go through Hurricane Camille in 1969? How about the Hurricane in Texas in 1900 where over 8000 people died. Did you go through Hurricane Andrew in 1992. How about Katrina? Are all of those plus many others BIBLICAL TOO?????? Please explain how this one is BIBLICAL. Strange how no one mentioned the word BIBLICAL, until the MSM started using that term.

[@lesliegriffith9830]

My prayers go with the people of your area. I just saw the video of the vlogger Mark Hunycutt showing the devastation in Chimney Rock canyon. He walked the route and talked to some people. One even showed the inside of what the flood did to her house. Unbelievable.

[@mariehendrick7173]

God bless you all that have been affected.....I hope everybody gets help and support XXXX

[@richellemarshall6485]

Hello Jacob. Think about all the people who have chronic illnesses. No oxygen tanks, no dialysis sessions and no medication. Hospice patient’s without medical attention. It is so sad. Praying for all the people impacted by hurricane Helene. Stay strong and safe!!

[@jennyvezina4551]

My heart goes out to all those people who are affected in North Carolina, God bless you.

[@centralvirginialive]

Thanks for documenting the damage sustained in the area. We hope you all will be able to return to some form of normalcy as soon as possible.

[@nononsenseBennett]

It's so important to document these disasters.

[@LisaPT121]

This is heartbreaking and the destruction is beyond belief. I am so sorry to the people that live there. Thank you for showing us what actually happened here. I wouldn’t have believed it if I didn’t see this myself. It’s just unbelievable. I’m so sorry❤

[@toddpatterson230]

Hi Jacob…. My name is Kris. This show brought back so many memories of Florida when Andrew Frances Jeanne Ivan Charlie and even David from 1979 hit Florida…. I am a native here but I seem to stay here because it’s my home. My heart truly goes out to everyone and I’m donating as well because without the help from neighbors way back from those storms mentioned, I may not be here. God bless all in this time of need. Faith have it. Hope have it. Pray…. I cried throughout this video. But it’s reality. Mother Nature is powerful. Come together one and all. Rebuild a stronger village. God bless!!!! So glad u and Jen are safe and your family and other families. We pray from south Florida for you all. Much love and please if you can fellow Americans donate if you can anything. Love you all. God Bless….

[@rhondaalan8436]

I was In David I remember a lot of rain but no damage at our house

[@smokingfoxx]

Thanks for documenting and sharing this.

[@kwagigi]

My mom literally JUST texted to tell me she finally has power back in Marietta, SC.

[@juliecree8824]

Thanks

[@luckyotter623]

Thank you for covering this. I live in Swannanoa, one of the worst hit areas. Fortunately, our building remained intact, we just lost power and water. But the devastation all around is truly biblical and surreal. No one expected a storm like this to cause this kind of damage so far inland, but the combination of having so many rivers and streams, many of which were already close to flood levels due to all the rain we had in the weeks prior to Helene, created a "perfect storm" scenario for Helene to do maximum damage. I'm glad you are okay.

[@carlenesmith2959]

Hi Jacob, have watched your channel for quite awhile. Unbelievable what your area is going through. I’m from Ohio and our electric co op have linemen headed your way this morning (Friday) and tomorrow a truck headed your way with cleaning supplies etc . Love when you have Jenny on with you. You two are so cute together ❤

[@jasonmatkovich6342]

The United Cajun Navy does great things and have been all over the hardest hit areas rescuing people and getting much needed medicine and supplies to them. They've done it all over the country as well

[@Nightbat1321]

And the mountain mule packers ranch they have been hauling supplies for people

[@donnaleonhardt9843]

If you can , please donate through The Samaritan Purse Foundation. They were bringing in food and water to help the community.

[@brianfitch5469]

They helped me gut and rebuild my house after katrina.

[@sandrap6321]

Spent so many memorable hours shopping at The Tobacco Barn Antique Mall, eating at that McDonald's over the years with my family. Cant believe the destruction & seeing it here on this vlog makes it all real. Thank you for doing this...i know it must be so much worse in person...but the aftermath of Helene must be documented. 💐

[@SaveCali-rado]

The elegant McDonald's with the grand piano inside! Very sad to see this all wiped out😢

[@Sassyjass2012]

I’ve seen the news reports, but this series of videos has surpassed them in showing the toll of the hurricane on communities. Extremely moving and sad to see.

[@Leolady444]

If you are watching mainstream news you will not see the whole picture and complete devastation in these areas. 😢

[@Nightbat1321]

I've heard from Michigan storm chasers on Facebook it's about 220 human lives lost and over 300 missing still But it's just depressing as it's one f category higher then Katrina

[@NHoxworth]

You are the eyes and ears for those people. Keep documenting the situation.

[@joquartobeans398]

Thank you for your reporting, wishing the best to all those affected by Helene.

[@moredisney4me82]

Thank you for documenting this, Jacob. Seeing the devastation close up and inside businesses really was heartbreaking and sad. It's depressing how much will have to be leveled and removed.

[@abcanimal]

Jacob, that huge storage tank was creaking when you were near it. You are truly a brave person. I hope everyone in the Ashville area can recover from this.

[@kaymad143]

Gosh, that tank was immense, I feel so bad for everyone in Asheville, I cannot even imagine what they are going through, having to start their lives over after losing everything. Thank you for showing us what happened there.

[@j_rainsgoat3929]

How much water depth would it take to float this tank?

[@dr.catdoga384]

Thank you for the video. Asheville is one of my favorite places in the world, and for years now Ive been taking a road trip there around the fall season. It breaks my heart. But the people there also love it, and Im sure they will bring it back better than ever. The Old Tobacco Barn...I have such a soft spot for that place💔💔

[@LizMillerDesign]

great video showing the damage. My heart goes out to all the people affected. I'm glad you and your loved ones and your house are ok 🤠❤

[@janicelabuda8540]

Praying for all 🙏🙏