Detroit West Side, Livernois draining flood to correct traffic

[@Sandshredder2]

I can’t believe how inconsiderate people can be, driving through the water at that speed. Thanks for doing what you do!

[@wendymorrison5803]

Post 10has had some soakings too from inconsiderate drivers.

[@hollandaise84]

It is, but it is also so fun to drive through!

[@gorillaau]

@@hollandaise84 More risk of aquaplaning/hydroplaning also. Just hope that some of the road hasn't washed away.

[@mnomadvfx]

It's not even inconsiderate - it's stupid unless they have free maintenance for their cars. Driving thru water at speed can damage the car body or get water into the engine intake - neither of which is desirable, the latter could make the car stall.

[@alanskinner9570]

Detroiters don't gaf. I live outside Detroit. Crazy ass drivers here.

[@TheOGDorothy]

Post 10 hasn't been putting new flood videos like this up lately. So I've been getting my fix from your channel. Thanks for the awesome content!

[@joseeduardo4327]

Too many culverts imo lol

[@bobj151]

I just had to stop watching him ,seems like he was getting full of himself and full of shit !

[@3v3ryd4yw1nn1n6]

He does so much maintenance that the roads don't flood anymore

[@detroitdraingang5037]

thanks

[@detroitdraingang5037]

I've got more videos uploading soon

[@rickb3078]

Wouldn’t be right if the drain wasn’t in the worst spot 😄. And on the cars that tried to splash: may their pants be infested with the fleas of a thousand camels, and may their arms be too short to scratch!

[@nazrah260]

😅😂😂😂

[@marciloni12]

Great minds think alike!😂

[@DrainCleaningAUSTRALIA]

🤣🤣🤣 I hope you're all going good ❤️

[@andymarmen7940]

Remember folks, this is in Michigan. Any car going less than 55 mph is legally considered to be parked.

[@meseksbelanger8638]

55? I thought it was 155?

[@DrainCleaningAUSTRALIA]

@@meseksbelanger8638 🤣🤣🤣

[@jennyprintannier7652]

That is outrageous 😮 from Australia…ridiculous

[@bmacaulay18]

Any car going less than 55 is likely to get carjacked. Welcome to the D! 😂😅😂😂😂

[@ovidiuciuparu6421]

Is this like the idiotic thing with “is a jeep thing we won’t understand “? !!! Because this is looking idiotic like that!

[@dermondreigns8045]

Isn't it crazy how much trouble and damage a thoughtlessly discarded Tshirt can cause?

[@rgsaul3]

A thoughtlessly discarded city is even more devistating.

[@ameliatoreson1590]

You need to be recognized by the news media for your selfless contribution to the city of Detroit. More things like this needs to be on the news . If I knew how to get this video to the news people I would . I don't have a clue of how to do it . Great job .

[@detroitdraingang5037]

thanks alot for that

[@virginiacave9888]

Hi Amelia, you may want to contact your local news and ask them how you can share this video with them. I would think they would have a way to help you with this❤️❤️

[@marvinsauer8493]

Pretty amazing how rude folks are to someone trying to make their life easier/safer.

[@marypasco2213]

They just don’t care. It does not effect them directly. ‘I’m the Master of my own little Universe, in my own metal box! S€&$w the rest of ya.’! MeMeMeMe.! When I see people doing this, I ALWAYS hope water gets into their engine and it shuts down in the deepest spot!!!!!

[@DrainCleaningAUSTRALIA]

@@marypasco2213 I agree Mary 😊

[@punknhead23]

While I agree, sometimes driving in a larger city you don't even look way to the side of the road, just straight ahead at what is going on in front of you especially when there are poor road conditions. Not excusing them, just saying some may not have even noticed him there until it was too late, especially those closer to the center line.

[@bug-a-boo7512]

Was this the storm rain that flooded I-94? Also, you'd think that cop that went by could've stopped and turned on his lights to help keep you safe. Just sayin'. You're doing a good thing out there, I really hope people are appreciating you. I know I would.

[@ilkesiera4655]

Just a tip: The problem is the water in the streets, so show us the streets while draining, not the hypnotising hole in the ground. It’s a request not a demand. 😊

[@wendymorrison5803]

So pleased that you are out in all weather working to keep your community safer. I am dissapointed that the businesses facing the road are not acting to clear the drains. Surely its in their interest to make it easier for customers to access the stores.

[@encycl07pedia-]

disappointed*

[@jilllucyfan7835]

Thank you SO MUCH for doing this. The folks that drive Detroit streets & freeways every day, when it rains & there is literally one lane open.... God Bless you & yours for helping keep your fellow Michiganders safe & travelling home in a timely fashion. You are absolutely amazing -- I wish I could give you a great big hug for all you do!!! God Bless You!!!!

[@Devils-Advocate]

Wow, that was a big road flood! Awesome job. Fascinating to watch the whirlpool change direction too 😁 I'm sure your efforts were appreciated.

[@Setech666]

not by the drivers, who did full speed still while he is helping. ahole drivers

[@sk-sd5wl]

Just think.....if every homeowner or business owner that had a drain cover in front of their property would just walk out and clear out that one plugged drain, the streets would be much safer 🤔

[@petemitchell3067]

On behalf of all the ungrateful buggers, I thank you from across the pond!👍✌️👋🇬🇧👏👏👏

[@Sitharos]

I’m betting that garage you were in front of was very grateful to you for doing that 🙂

[@amandapeters5994]

I LOVE street flood draining. You did such a great job capturing all my favorite parts. I especially appreciated the down low shot! A++

[@vieffan]

It must have been a huge area that was flooded. In 10 minutes time the water didn't seem to go down at all despite draining SO MUCH water

[@unclespongehead]

Agreed! That drain was at maximum flow and it would take a long time to bring that water level down. My gauge was watching the underwater grass, with just a bit above water. Didn't change much.

[@mnomadvfx]

That's because he spends half the time just staring at the same drain without trying to further unclog it or find another to drain. Large streets have multiple drains for this purpose. He also uses 1 handed motions ALL the time because he never puts the camera down, which means he barely moves anything because he's holding the camera and doing little more than pawing at the grate - he's more interested with filming it all than actually draining it.

[@DrainCleaningAUSTRALIA]

So good hey

[@1234cheerful]

@@mnomadvfx He's still learning the craft, also not everyone can lay out the cash for a tripod and a go pro and camera.

[@cindystrachan8566]

I grew up in the Detroit area In the 50’s and 60’s when Detroit was a city to be proud of. With citizens like you caring for it Detroit will once again be one of America’s great cities. Thank you caring and sharing.

[@detroitdraingang5037]

thank u

[@patriciabockenstette6550]

The sounds of the traffic with the sounds of the water draining are amazing. Too bad those drivers did not have any courtesy of slowing down. Thanks for sharing and love the video views close to the water drain. Be safe.

[@thesoupdragon112]

One of the best whirlpools I've seen on these street draining videos

[@skitzochik]

any time someone helps to make roads/life safer for others it spreads a very possitive message. Just getting it done. thnx D.D.G, you guys rock !!!

[@praingmantis1]

No need to apologize. You performed a valuable service for the community. And we thank you for it.

[@AndreSomers]

Neh, he removed a perfectly fine natural speed limiting device from this nasty stroad.

[@joseeduardo4327]

Primo swirls

[@RCake]

Seems there was quite a bit of an oil sheen on that street water? Not good... stay safe! Great that you take the effort to help out here and care for your community!

[@michaeldownes4110]

It was great to watch and people like you who do something to help your city !! Great work , now go have a drink !!!

[@madddogg9488]

Thank you for all you do

[@firsttankcrews]

I'm amazed at how much rain Detroit gets. The storms must gigantic if streets get that deep under water. Thanks for all you do to keep others safe

[@veej100]

I love these videos maybe because I know these areas and it’s good to see somebody doing something nice for the community 😊

[@charlescline1441]

Thanks for doing what you do. It's amazing that there are paid workers from City of Detroit that should be doing this but are no where to be found

[@paulhill5648]

Oh how I love it when the whirlpool starts goin, im watching this while unblocking our local drains in England 👍🏼

[@Pwecko]

It's amazing how a few leaves, sticks or bits of litter can cause a flood like that. Well done on cleaning it up.

[@Vikinggirl1679]

It's amazing that people don't go out on their own streets and simply take a rake or something and unclog their own drains! Lazy lazy!they should at least thank him.

[@jshilohshea381]

That area is flooded out every heavy rain....and of course we have folks like these who care that drivers are safe...so they drain the roads...too bad the ones who deliberately spray you wouldn't have all their tires go flat at the same time !

[@jeanscollay1207]

18 months ago my city flooded- digging out drains did nothing. At the end of 3 days over 1000 vehicles were written off because the electrics in the cars was damaged A lot of houses ended up flooded because of yahoos driving their big vehicles fast creating waves. Those vehicles ended up damaged as well.

[@ruadhscottygirl2480]

Wish I could have actually heard you clearly on the video but mike was too far away. And I would have liked some shots of the center line or something to let us see how fast the water was receding. But great job and great effort amongst the car showers! Thanks for what you do. Subscribed.

[@marciloni12]

No wonder Detroit has such lush green lawns and trees.🍀

[@caroleroseburgh1344]

This was a awesome thing to do. People would rather drive through a flood. Rather than unstop the drains 🤷🏽

[@ajmoo8872]

Awesome result. Just a man and his rake. Problem solved x

[@Bobal27]

Drains (if put in properly) will always be under the most water. It’s best to install drains at the lowest point.

[@seleneradtke8740]

So strange to see the city I lived in 50 years ago so changed. Sad. Love the videos. I watch the videos and go.."oh yeah, such and such street."

[@olddude7401]

Yow, you’ve got to love that gas and oil sheen on the water. Don’t strike a match!

[@CATAZTR0PHE]

Certainly all the cars had their chassis washed there 😅

[@evelynpickwick9822]

Pan out every once in a while so we can see the progress. ❤️

[@gobbletegook]

When you see that oil sheen on the water (and so much for so long) you get a grasp of how bad that is for the water going into the lakes and rivers

[@bjspyder4148]

I know it's petty, but I can't help but hope that those selfish b******s flying through splashing everyone will find their own too deep spot.

[@martinmarsola6477]

Inconsiderate motorists. Ignorant city street department. Thanks for your help! 😊👍🇺🇸

[@beckyc4856]

All those drivers must think your only playing in the water. They should be stopping and thanking you for this. Be safe when doing this as lots of drivers show they care.

[@standard74521]

Rain coming my way today and tomorrow -- I am a bit east of you. I have been out pre-gaming the drains to get the last load of leaves lol

[@yvonnecook8635]

Wow amazing whirlpool. Just subbed. Cheers🇨🇦

[@pearsrtasty3326]

What that white truck did, @ the 1:45 ish mark, SHAME ON YOU! That is terrible. I sure hope you are carrying when you do these videos. It shows you really care about your community/streets.

[@Wsd4life]

don't drop your Camera in the water because it won't make the sound any better

[@lillylemur167]

Look at all the petroleum contaminants on the water surface. And ignorant lunkheads splashing you. You are doing a good thing...Good job... Post 10 Would be proud. 😁

[@lesliemergenthal75]

What a dick move to splash you while you were working. Some people are just a pain. Good unclogging though! Good video.

[@kwv4865]

Similar to Brisbane Qld, issues like this are ignored in many locations by Brisbane Council.

[@maryannanderson2213]

I loved that whirlpool you had going there. I wish those drivers would slow down when they saw you so they wouldn't splash you so much. (sigh)

[@stephanwiese1513]

I'm shocked how much oil floats in the water. It's high time that electric cars replaced the rolling heaters, without oil and much quieter.

[@jacquesb8927]

Good job! Lucky there isn't much trash or leaves on that street to keep clogging the drain, just some old underwear.

[@mmk421]

He must be the last courageous guy on Detroit.

[@Rowenzz]

impressive whirlpool, also are people in detroit west side aware of hydroplaning? Wow

[@Reviloj]

For real.

[@nicoleperron3315]

There's something so strangely satisfying about watching this. No idea how I ended up here but enjoying it.

[@MarkSutphin]

Keep up the great work!!!! Post10 fan here, but youve got the flood championship belt right now!!

[@stanstenson8168]

Yes, he does. Post is out on logging roads calling them streets. To be honest. I'm sure Post has shamed those towns into double time on keeping those drains clear.

[@jamesalinio5277]

@@stanstenson8168 I'm very sure Post 10 has shamed those towns and cities that he hasn't posted a video of a municipal drain in a while now

[@shadygravy3471]

Post is out pissing beavers off lately.

[@apeflawless]

DDG, have google earth on your phone? use it to find the drains when you are in unknown areas?

[@zebra3519]

Post10 will be proud of you.

[@Kirstiewhat]

Hands down one of the best street draining vids ever! Awesome job man!

[@Reviloj]

“NOT”.

[@sks804]

Are you high?

[@DrainCleaningAUSTRALIA]

🤣

[@judithvigorito4548]

Watching this is frustrating. You got 1 open instead of watching it unclog another

[@jimmyhawkins391]

The city needs to go thru and mark some were the drains are, like they have reflectors on the road for fire hydrants.

[@mekroberson]

You should look for other drains. two drains open would remove more water.

[@TheGramophoneGirl]

And they can often be opposite each other.

[@SDSproductionsLLC]

The camera angle of the street view where we can see the whirlpool and the progress of the street draining is simply awesome!!

[@Atlantis777_]

I was sad i didnt get to see the last parts but the dinosaur with pink painted nails was worth it!🤣

[@mrmustangman]

Post 10 could fix this in 10 minutes......

[@pvarawat]

How many minutes you can do?

[@mrmustangman]

@@pvarawat i don't know....

[@maureenball6733]

Good work. So satisfying to watch.

[@delphane3704]

Good job finding it, they will appreciate your efforts 👏

[@johnsilvrr]

Can't even drive in Detroit dawg 🤦🏽

[@leannkennedy6568]

Super strong whirlpool. Made me think of how powerful one would be say...on a lake or sinkhole.

[@critic2000]

That was quite a whirlpool, nicely done

[@kellyjoiner4418]

I'm sure what you doin is much appreciated, but the city SHOULD stay on top of that. At least put up "water over road" signs, until someone can get to it. Nicely done! 🌞

[@Conflictinator]

Why didn't you look for other drains after you got that one open? The area would have drained much faster.

[@detroitdraingang5037]

too much traffic going back and forth for me to go across the street. snd lugging gear back and forth is a hassle. i dont have the luxury to just leave tools or recording equipment laying around. a few things have been taken already.

[@OudomOfficial]

Post 10 will be proud of you 👍

[@usurebuddy6548]

Love how that small car at 1:36 slowed down to carefully pass the flood only to get splashed by the pick up track behind him

[@anonymousgoat3669]

Clogged by Detroit tumbleweave.

[@thedudeabides7652]

You did in 20 minutes what the state road crew would have taken hours to do and cost the taxpayers a lot more from road damage. Good job

[@kimburke575]

Great video 👏🏼🇦🇺

[@piddy3825]

the underwater shot actlually turned out pretty cool. y'all should maybe try working in some underwater shots close to the vortex, I don't think anybody has done anything like that, am I right?

[@doughboy1966]

You got Post 10 on the whirlpool. Someone call out Post 10.

[@johndagneau1407]

I grew up 1951 - 1961 three blocks from there on Santa Rosa and Fullerton. Great work for my home town, fellas!

[@crisc9280]

Some drivers are absolute inconsiderate assholes or they can't see you (which I don't see how) but either way they should be fined for dangerous driving. That much water can make a vehicle hydroplane and lose control almost instantly.

[@stevepettersen3283]

Great job! That Goodyear shop should have rewarded you with a comp LOF and tire rotation!

[@unclespongehead]

I watch a few drain clearing videos on KZbin. I live in Grand Rapids, MI, and grew up in Livonia, a suburb of Detroit. I think of Joy Rd. as 3 mile. The first thing I notice about Detroit Drain Gang videos is the gas/oil floating on the surface. As soon as a drain opens up you can see the sheen on the water. Second, the debris. Leaves are an obvious yet temporary problem. But the sand and gravel have taken years to form. With no street sweeping, human waste builds up as well. Was it here, or another video where removing a t-shirt opened the drain right up? The saddest thing is when you open a drain up only to realize the drain itself is plugged. That's an intracture problem. Our government is talking Build Better Best. Perhaps this is a good place to start.

[@januzi2]

It's amazing to see that so much water can be stored in one place. It's just going and going, and you can't really see any difference at all.

[@29stmarksrd]

In the future, before the next flood, maybe paint a bright dot or arrow indicating the location of the drain to locate it easier in the future. Great job by the way.

[@MonaHerSelfM]

Paint where? On the flooded streets?

[@zeenaabdura5686]

Show more of the street please.

[@Jo_Nell]

I thought for sure once you got the unclogged it was gonna take you down with it. Way to go 🙌🏻🙌🏻🙌🏻

[@Tbird1549]

Was that a rag or someone’s weave that clogged that drain? Thanks for another interesting video! Great job! Stay safe and stay healthy!

[@detroitdraingang5037]

there was weave but that was stretch pants. the weave was in the recordings that got corrupted

[@Bobrogers99]

Once you see the whirlpool you know you'll be successful! By the end of the video I could see that the lane furthest away was no longer flooded, so the level was going down.

[@nightnurse62]

Wow, well done! That’s a good one! But please wear gloves and protect your hands!

[@dorisbrandon6968]

Good job citizen! Thank you!

[@biswajitdash13]

Well done :)

[@michaeldownes4110]

Look for another drain !!

[@cherylo1796]

Fantastic job.

[@BuzbyWuzby]

Here in the UK many drivers would likely 'honk' their support & appreciation as they drove passed (considerately). But in the US you would be lucky if the drivers don't take a pot-shot at you

[@pamelamcgurk2101]

Don't understand why the city doesn't keep drains clean but the people of Detroit are lucky to have you .

[@ADavidJohnson]

Because the people with money fled to the suburbs so their taxes wouldn’t have benefit people the rich didn’t think deserved it. Then no public services were funded well except cops, who don’t care about clearing drains as part of public safety. Happened to lots of US cities in the acing half of the 20th century.