What it's Like Trying to Help with the North Carolina Floods | Mountain Towns are Destroyed

To help the victims, this is a local organization that I saw out there helping in the mountains: You can donate here to Samaratin's Purse: www.samaritans...
I made this video to raise awareness & donations for the local organizations. I will be donating the proceeds of this video to the local organizations. I did not show the 200+ vehicles I searched in the rivers downstream of towns or the locals I spoke with about needing help, so the video had a lot of driving & May come across as just driving around , but it is important to me to show.
I was not able to get to an area where I was trying to search for someone that had been swept away in their house into a canyon I used to kayak that I knew well. I grew up in these Appalachian mountains and spent half my life here, it was devastating to so many mountain towns and communities.
Hurricane Helene has absolutely destroyed the Western North Carolina (and Eastern Tennessee) communities. Towns are obliterated, homes gone, people & pets missing, and the communities are in need of help in all manners. There are a lot of areas that are difficult to get into (that are in need of help) and access is for locals only in many areas, primarily because of the road damage.
If you'd like to help in person, contact one of the local volunteer and charity agencies (such as Samaratin's Purse) for more information and to show up in person to help. From what I saw, donations to small local community relief organizations are recommended over larger organizations.
Weather is supposed to start cooling off this week, so they are in need of jackets/propane/fuel/sleeping bags/headlamps and supplies to get locals through the cold weather to come.
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[@TruckHouseLife]

To help the victims, this is a local organization that I saw out there helping in the mountains: You can donate here to Samaratin's Purse: www.samaritanspurse.org I made this video to raise awareness & donations for the local organizations. I will be donating the proceeds of this video to the local organizations. I chose not show the 200+ vehicles I searched in the rivers downstream of towns or the locals I spoke with, so the video had a lot of driving & may come across as just driving around, but it is important to me to show for the above reasons. I drove 2,000 miles across the country to attend an event in Virginia and visit my family in the North Carolina/Tennessee/Georgia tri-state area - I grew up in these Appalachian mountains and spent half my life here paddling the whitewater rivers in these hills, it was devastating to see so many mountain towns and communities destroyed. Because of road damage and lack of access, I was not able to meet up with a rescue/recon group that I was trying to help. Afterwards I was not able to get to an area where I was trying to search for someone that had been swept away in their house into a canyon I used to kayak that I knew well. I began searching rivers downstream of towns for vehicles that potentially needed recovery missions. Finally I ran across a bridge I didn't know was out trying to get to my father's house in the mountains. I was very glad to have not found anyone in the vehicles I searched. Hurricane Helene has absolutely destroyed the Western North Carolina (and Eastern Tennessee) communities. Towns are obliterated, homes gone, people & pets missing, and the communities are in need of help in all manners. There are a lot of areas that are difficult to get into (that are in need of help) and access is for locals only in many areas, primarily because of the road damage. If you'd like to help in person, contact one of the local volunteer and charity agencies (such as Samaratin's Purse) for more information and to show up in person to help. From what I saw, donations to small local community relief organizations are recommended over larger organizations. Thank you for your support everyone and stay strong! Weather is supposed to start cooling off this week, so they are in need of jackets/propane/fuel/sleeping bags/headlamps and supplies to get locals through the cold weather to come.

[@eatyerveg]

Don't say anything against people who are "not doing anything " or "just going about their daily lives ". Etc. Being there after a disaster is super dangerous etc and not easy. Many ppl are helping in their own way or not and that's ok. Do YOUR thing.

[@ricksmith7173]

Thanks Timmy, Your A Great Guy❤ I live across the line from N CAROLINA IN TENN.. WE ARE GOOD ONCE OVER THE MTN. THE OLD ROAD IS OPEN. I SEE MY DR. IN ASHEVILLE.TSLK TO HIM YESTERDAY AND ITS AWFUL L. THANKS FOR YOUR HELP❤ 🙏🙏🙏

[@TruckHouseLife]

@@eatyerveg I apologize, didn't mean for it to come across that way - what I meant was it seems like a lot of folks weren't aware of the severity or magnitude of the situation despite living very close.

[@TruckHouseLife]

@@ricksmith7173 Glad you guys are alright Rick!

[@jordanray7145]

You were in my county. I work for the sheriff’s department in Rutherford county NC. My first post 16 years ago was in chimney rock. It’s sad to see this place devastated by the floods.

[@robinfields6101]

From someone that is from NC please show this to as many people as possible. We need prayers and help. And it’s not just Asheville. There hundreds of the little communities that are devastated all the way up to the northern mountains in NC. The parkway is totally closed. Fall is when so many small businesses count on and that is pretty much gone. We are all suffering in grief on so many levels. Please pray.

[@rayssis2]

🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@vickiward6149]

Prayers for yall

[@BeAHappyCamper2Day]

Definitely praying for all of you. It's a shame that the news isn't showing this. There's a reason. Bless you all. Stay safe. Love from Pennsylvania

[@CountryRoad2006]

🫶🏼🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@Annfv]

Praying 😢🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼

[@kylefoxx7742]

Thank you for coming down and helping out! Me, my wife and son met you at the park and ride in Yancey County just outside of Burnsville this past Sunday. It was great to see you and your truck after watching you on KZbin all this time and it definitely brightened our week afterall we had experienced

[@AnneMarieBibby1966]

We are still praying for you all 🙏 know you are not forgotten all over the world. My family in England told me they were hearing about it on their news as well. I'm so glad you had a great moment with @TruckHouseLife 🙌🏻 keeping you in my daily prayers from Massachusetts. 🙏

[@TruckHouseLife]

It really was great meeting you guys and hope you guys are keeping your heads strong through all of this!

[@grooveguy]

​@@TruckHouseLife Bro you're incredible. I'm Canadian live on Vancouver Island and wish I was physically able to help unfortunately I'm terminally sick but I did donate what I could afford. To all of those affected, you are in my prayers and I'm trying to spread the truth as much as I can so you aren't forgotten. Be strong, keep faith and be as safe as possible. 👍💯🇨🇦♥️🇺🇸♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@kd6836]

Samaritan’s Purse is a great organization. Any money that goes to them goes to where it is needed. They were a big help with flooding here in Eastern Ky.

[@gerimartin6558]

Yes, they are amazing and based in Boone NC. Been supporting Samaritans Purse for years. Boots on the ground for the long haul recovery!

[@rdh53]

I cannot recommend any organization more highly than Samaritan's Purse for support in this disaster. This is in their yard. They have a proven track record and do not have a lot of over-paid executives siphoning off funds at the top.

[@rrd9826]

Yes - totally accountable.

[@JoseyWales-ed]

The money WILL go to these great people that need the help. Great organization

[@carolepylant1015]

I am so thankful for your taking the time, expense and effort to reach your friend. God is with you, big time!

[@NathanBerryNC]

What's ironic is that where you pulled over in Boone was under water. Many lost everything in that area. I helped clean apartments out just down the street from where you are. I work for Samaritan's Purse. We are local. Thanks for shouting us out! Safe travels, friend.

[@TruckHouseLife]

Thank you guys so much I saw you all over the state doing good!

[@sarahd3980]

Your video was so eye opening as it showed all the devastation. I was literally shouting at you through the t v to BE CAREFUL!!! The roads were so dangerous.

[@donnamays24]

Thank you! Samaritans purse volunteers have been everywhere I’ve showed up to help…you all are angels and I thank you! God bless each and every one of you and your organization ❤❤🙏🏻🙏🏻🇺🇸

[@skunkhome]

I’m too old now to be of much help physically so Samaritans Purse is my go to….they did work here after our flood that inundated our house. When I give to them I don’t worry how it will be used.

[@MyHome7_Carla]

Shout out to you!!

[@ericuber1651]

North Carolina state trooper watches your channel. Florida teacher here. I also watch your channel - every episode!! Thanks for all you do. You’re an inspiration.

[@Sting72]

I live here in North Carolina not far from Asheville. God bless you!!! God bless everyone who has donated money, supplies, food, and especially your time to all who have been suffering. 🙏🙏🙏

[@patrickcharles7190]

Thanks for caring. It has devastated this whole region. Im across the state line in Greene County TN. We were hit hard abd lost some homes and bridges. Hundreds of loved ones were swept away. Erwin TN is across the line from Asheville and is gone. It's totally heartbreaking. It will be years or decades before this area recovers. Thanks for the help.

[@mcgrath274]

You can tell he's a genuinely good dude

[@fancythat5136]

Erwin Tn is where those poor ladies were swept away while working in the plastic plant. Have they been found?

[@lydiaajohnson]

I am so so sorry for your unimaginable losses. I pray for everyone there to have strength and courage and emotional recovery. May everyone continue to be safe.

[@TWBlack]

Greene County here too. We're actually in Chuckey and a ways away from the River so no damage here. It's just heartbreaking to see our county devastated!!

[@mrsdubya4151]

Thank you for recommending donations to Samaritan’s Purse. I’m only 30 minutes from Hendersonville/Chimney rock area and that organization has definitely helped community where it’s needed most. I would definitely avoid any government related organizations especially the one known by four letters 💯💯

[@peggycarson4420]

It is the locals posting videos that are showing us what is realy going on.Thank you ,and keep taking vids😢

[@silviavoss6411]

Yes local videos are a Godsend, following them, sharing wish I could do more, praying,

[@michelletrew4872]

Thanks Tim Samaritan's Purse is awesome. And so many others eg local churches. Praying for you all - a girl from Sydney, Australia 🇦🇺

[@darrenanderson2244]

Lots of heartache and tears for our state. We're a strong bunch and together we'll get through it. Thanks for visiting and getting the word out.

[@daniellatty1169]

Tim it was a Honor to meet you At the expo east Friday and when you said told me your intentions to go to North Carolina to help in the rescue efforts & not knowing how bad it is there? Now watching your video you gave us more insight then CNN Thanks Tim your a real Patreon 🇺🇸

[@TruckHouseLife]

Good to meet you too Daniel. I really didn't want to leave expo, literally drove 2000 miles across the country to attend it but I didn't feel like I could hang out with this going on where I grew up paddling.

[@samhill3496]

It's unbelievable how bad it is. Areas are gone. Seriously help is needed. Donate do what you can.

[@alaskacabinadventures]

Perhaps donating all the revenue from this video would be a good way help these communities!

[@philgriswold2133]

First off, thank you for showing your subscribers the severe damage done to this area. Unknown to many, we had several days of torrential rain that weakened the soil and filled the banks of creeks and rivers in the days before Helene hit therefore causing a double whammy. We live in Polk County, NC and it was one of the worst hit counties in NC, but this damage also went into SC, TN and VA. The greatest blessing of all of this is the community of people that live in these mountains and still treat others like family. Luckily for us, while we were without power for 8 days, we survived mostly intact. Samaritan's Purse is a wonderful organization that thank you for mentioning them specifically. We will survive and we will prosper once again because these people are Mountain Strong.

[@rhondachaparro8256]

Thank you, Tim, for helping those in their time of need in NC. You have a heart of gold. I'm so happy I found your channel years ago. I go on almost every adventure with you. God Bless you and be safe ❤

[@MyHome7_Carla]

Shout out to Samaritans Purse!!! Most honest organization to donate to and they go all over the world helping people! God bless all of them and prayers for all affected!!

[@samhill3496]

Samaritan's Purse is making it happen among others. Direct help for those who need it and there are plenty of them.

[@westernwinchester70]

FEMA has failed these communities.

[@72FrostyOne]

Thank you for helping, we are sure hurting here in East Tennessee, we were in fear of the local Nolichucky dam collapsing. Thank the good Lord above he saved us from that catastrophe. So thankful our family, neighbors and residents of our country are coming together to help.

[@naturallyfree01krj50]

Thanks for helping all those affected by hurricane Helene in Ashville NC. My prayers are with everyone.

[@njmommy609]

It’s way more counties and towns than just Asheville. That’s just 1 town! 😢

[@naturallyfree01krj50]

@njmommy609 Ashville AND ALL OTHER COUNTIES. I mentioned Ashville because that is the most talked about city from Hurricane Helene flood. Thank you

[@judyeuller7602]

I've donated to Samaritans Purse. After seeing your video, I'll be donating again. Thanks for getting involved and sharing.

[@Richard89853]

Long time watcher of the channel but have never commented. Your kindness is truly an inspiration to us all.

[@JohnRegged1974]

@@Richard89853 what kindness? He literally was disaster sightseeing..smh

[@Dodgepants]

@@JohnRegged1974Bringing awareness to the situation is helping in itself.

[@JohnRegged1974]

@@Dodgepants could’ve just made a video about it and stayed out of there and let people who want to bring stuff help, instead of using it to make a video about camping inside of a disaster zone..

[@Jen-K-2024]

​you clearly did not read his description at the bottom of his video. He didn't just drive around. He searched vehicles. He didn't want to show that. Quit spreading false information and open your eyes .

[@Jen-K-2024]

​@JohnRegged1974 read his long description under video. You clearly didn't read all he did. He didn't just go there to drive away.

[@janehall3910]

Thanks for showing this, as a Katrina survivor, I understand how important it is to get the word out. The United Cajun Navy was taking horses and mules up into the mountains there, trying to get help to people. How do you get shelter to those people, when you can’t get equipment up the road, and it’s getting cold. It’s hard for people to understand, if they haven’t been through something like this. Thanks for helping get the word out. It’s more important than ever.

[@taraleonard9749]

I just found you on KZbin due to this video. Because of kindness and willingness to help others, I will watch all your videos and share!!!

[@tinasilkov]

Same here

[@michaelburroughs7494]

Thanks for helping out Tim. People just dont realize the extent of the damage done by this storm.

[@freedomtowander]

Very selfless decision! Thank you for filming it. I know haters are gonna say shit but Tim you are an awesome dude! And I’m glad you are making people aware by documenting the devastation.

[@TruckHouseLife]

Thank you, I don't think I've ever had so many hateful comments. I wish people would read the video description, I'll repaste it here: I made this video to raise awareness & donations for the local organizations. I will be donating the proceeds of this video to the local organizations. I did not show the 200+ vehicles I searched in the rivers downstream of towns or the locals I spoke with about needing help, so the video had a lot of driving & may come across as just driving around , but it is important to me to show. I was not able to get to an area where I was trying to search for someone that had been swept away in their house into a canyon I used to kayak that I knew well (the roads were too damaged). I grew up in these Appalachian mountains and spent half my life here, it was devastating to so many mountain towns and communities. Hurricane Helene has absolutely destroyed the Western North Carolina (and Eastern Tennessee) communities. Towns are obliterated, homes gone, people & pets missing, and the communities are in need of help in all manners. There are a lot of areas that are difficult to get into (that are in need of help) and access is for locals only in many areas, primarily because of the road damage. If you'd like to help in person, contact one of the local volunteer and charity agencies (such as Samaratin's Purse) for more information and to show up in person to help. From what I saw, donations to small local community relief organizations are recommended over larger organizations. Weather is supposed to start cooling off this week, so they are in need of jackets/propane/fuel/sleeping bags/headlamps and supplies to get locals through the cold weather to come.

[@freedomtowander]

@@TruckHouseLife those people don't truly follow what you do my friend. You got a bad ass truck and you go on adventures, but you channel is actually an inspirational documentary channel. We would never get to experience most of these things that you share if it wasn't for your hard work. This is the screen that sorts the rocks, let them little ones go through the real people will stay and your communiwill grow stronger as a result. Much love from southern Illinois. Thank you

[@joshevans3452]

@TruckHouseLife I hear you Timmy. My post is swarming with tinfoil hat conspiracy theorists that aren't from here and have no idea what is going on and what people are doing. It is truly sad how everything devolves into some political garbage. We are all doing what we can to help each other. No one cares what organization someone draws a paycheck from.

[@beckywarner1574]

The Cajun Navy is all volunteers, they're are amazing. Donate

[@kountrygunz2032]

The cajun navy are frauds. Do some research. It's not the katrina days anymore.

[@donnamays24]

Agreed! Absolute angels!

[@sueleatherman4817]

My God be with everyone. Bless you, Tim, for helping. It's devastating

[@lisaboyles3741]

Wow you are helping ppl near me, THANK YOU!!!

[@donnamays24]

I live in the Maggie Valley area…the devastation is unbelievable! Great job traversing those “trails” that use to be roads! Thank you for caring! Samaritans Purse has been phenomenal..glad you mentioned them…blessings ❤

[@njmommy609]

Maggie Valley is shown a lot on the show called Moonshiners!! ❤

[@donnamays24]

@@njmommy609 yes it is, several of those guys live locally…and are very well known lol..the Valley even has a festival in early fall (won’t be happening this year) where many of the guys from the show hang out with the locals…sharing “drinks” and entertaining folks with their stories. Maggie is absolutely a beautiful place …we had storm damage and some flooding in town especially along the numerous waterways in the area…but many of us got lucky with minimal damage to our homes and businesses…other neighboring towns like Clyde, Waynesville and Canton sustained much more severe flooding . It’s heart breaking what Helene did to our beautiful Mountain towns and communities. ♥️

[@MomProffitt]

Thank you.

[@yosefmama1136]

Maggie Valley. Been going there since I was 15 yrs old, and I am 76 yrs old now. Took my new wife there in 1975 and that is her favorite place also. Don't know when we will get back again. We were fixing minor damage from Hurricane Milton today, and it will be awhile before the tourist roads in NC are passable again. Raised in Rockingham NC but in Florida now. God bless you all and I have already picked out 2 organizations I am donating to in your area.

[@jasonerin01]

My niece Kayla works for Samaritan’s Purse in Boone NC. She has been helping since day one. Her neighbor 2 doors down lost everything. Thanks for mentioning their organization. I’ve been watching your channel since you camped with Down2Mob and Off-Grid Backcountry Adventures. Love your content all the way from Florida. Thanks for helping in NC.

[@Nepekune]

I live between the Hickory area and the Boone area, and I got to say I did not expect to see a video with you so close to us. We got lucky and only had a few days of no power in my area, but I feel bad for the people further up into Western Carolina. My mother and I have enjoyed watching the videos you make for quite some months now and it really warms our heart to see you coming out here to help out the ones in need and show people what the news isn't showing. Thank you so very much. ❤

[@TruckHouseLife]

Glad you guys are alright:)

[@whiteboi1856]

It only took them 2 days to get my power back on. They did an awesome job 💯

[@hollyword41]

The devastation caused by Helene and now Milton is all over the Canadian news, and here on utube. We truly hope everyone affected gets immediate assistance and aid from FEMA and all the charitable organize like Samaritans Purse. So very sorry this has happened to our American neighbours and friends. 😢

[@westernwinchester70]

FEMA has done nothing for the victims of hurricane Helene. Donate to local charities only.

[@timjchick]

We stayed in Black Mountain a year ago. It heartbreaking to see all the destruction. Samaritan’s Purse came to our area after Hurricane Michael 6 years ago. They had equipment and manpower in our area for months. They are a top notch organization.

[@BatJeff]

This channel has become a refuge in a world of constantly negative things driving clicks. Love the channel, love the vibes. You're a real one bro. Never stop.

[@702Hardcafe]

My favorite KZbinr riding around in my state and to help my people no less is just a joy to my heart. Love it. You rock!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@adammontague1047]

Way to go Timmy

[@JCBthree]

Same thing I was thinking! 😅

[@Gunnyhome]

Timmy this is the Best video you’ve ever put out, God Bless you brother!

[@jimmybrown_GT500]

Your kidding ,, right. He just drove around looking and video recording what the devastating storm did .

[@Gunnyhome]

⁠there is always one. Timmy showed us the real devastation. Nothing like that will be shown on news media. Jeez…😮

[@sandraschuelke5024]

You are amazing, I had tears knowing you drove to the damaged area to help out. I'm praying for the people that were in the path of this storm, I'm praying for you because of people like you that went to help. God Bless you an all the volunteers that gave their time to help those in need. Your drone trying to find lost people along the river beds. I'm so blessed to be a fan to your video's when I saw you heading to the damaged area all I could say was WOW. Thank you for your help an support. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@becks1483]

Thank you for bringing reality to the situation. I live in swannanoa and have been following you for idk at least 4 years. I mean, at this point just got power yesterday, but water from what hear is weeks out. It's way worse than what the media shows as you see. Life as we know it is over! Who knows when some kind of normalcy will be back. I'm guessing months. Anyways, thank you!

[@matthewgarland4853]

Thank you for coming and helping and documenting. The first town you was doing drone shots of the ingles and river is where I was born and live and it’s heartbreaking seeing where I grew up like that and the rest of the state I live in such bad shape.

[@dmorgantravels]

I’m from Asheville(East) and was born here, I’m 42 and this is the absolute worst .. to see my home town of Swannanoa and Black Mountain this way. I’m a former Firefighter / First responder that has seen many things with my experience, nothing like this. Thank you so much for your help and concern! We seriously appreciate it

[@jodiesebek2440]

You are in the right place at the right time to help those in need .You have a great heart ❤️

[@melodiemurphy5908]

@@NOGRID907It’s too bad that a few make it hard for those that do have a heart to help. But if you know Timmy you would also know that his Dad lives close by and he was already on his way when Helene hit. Please be kind and leave judgement up to God

[@NOGRID907]

@melodiemurphy5908 you make a good point, I deleted my comment. I guess I shouldn't be so quick to judge, I apologize

[@jensenkv69]

Timmy Our friend, the maker of the Kimberly stove you have, is out near Ashland... Thank you for sharing the area with us. Now we know. Prayers to everyone.

[@LRT217]

I live about an hour from Asheville so sad to see the surrounding counties around us devastated by the storm. We patroned the businesses and restaurants quite often in Asheville, my thoughts and prayers are with everyone impacted by the storm. Thank you and everyone else for coming so far from home to help out and those that are helping out in general. We had damage to our area as well, but nothing compared to the areas you have been in.🙏🏽💝

[@dianelott6849]

Mercury one, is another trustworthy organization who is down there helping! 👍🏻🙏🏻❤️ Thank you Tim for going and seeing what you could do to help.

[@billwalker5883]

Much love from North Georgia. Thank you for continuing to bring awareness.

[@williamhorsley179]

Thank you Tim. NC native here. Those mountains and their people mean the whole world to a bunch of us. Thank you for your support and help.

[@mikestroup3740]

Timmy you're an awesome guy. I'm glad you mentioned Samaritans Purse. That is Billy Graham's organization. Keep truckin. Love ya. Prayers to all those affected by both hurricanes.

[@TruckHouseLife]

Yup saw them out there in person helping and organizing.

[@adammontague1047]

​@TruckHouseLife thanks Timmy from an old guy from texas

[@missbabs1959]

Tim you're an awesome guy. What a sacrifice you made ,you left the Expo to help people in need. Brought tears to my eyes, a faithful Canadian follower from Sherwood Park AB. Canada Prayers to all those affected by both hurricanes.

[@pearlygirlypetaccessories7778]

Thank you Timmy for your help we need all the help we can get, God will bless you ❤

[@stringofpearls4551]

THANK YOU for your selflessness. YOU are what makes America great: the people for the people

[@faithmorehouse5940]

People like you restore faith in humanity 🌞

[@randomgamer8543]

Went to the edge from Polk county TN to Canton NC last Saturday..Dropped a load of water,and food supplies..Wish I could've done more,but had to do something...Praying for you all..🙏God bless yall

[@vickielkins8370]

Oh my God. So sad. This is the best podcast that I have seen showing the horrible devastation. I just can't imagine what these people are going through. I have been thru several hurricanes in my life. We had power within a week. I live in Biloxi, Mississippi, 1 block from the beach, which is a part of the gulf. God bless you for going to help in any way you can. I haven't finished watching so I hope you locate your friends. God bless everyone who is living through this. 😢😢🙏🙏🙏🙏🇺🇲❤

[@alllivesmatter627]

Thank you for helping our people out here in North Carolina. I wish so desperately that I could go, but I cannot. I have responsibilities with my kids and family here, but I wish you all the luck that you can go your way to help out these people. May God be with you and help you along with your journey. I cannot put in the words how great this is of you to go and help these people out.

[@mamaalaska]

Thank you, young man, Alaskans will do our best to send what we can to local donation sites! Spreading the word all over my social medias! Young man, you are the best representation of Alaskans and the rest of us who cannot get down there because we’re old and we just be in the wayand taking resources that are much needed from the locals, would appreciate when you come across folks letting them know that the Alaskans are sending what we can as fast as we can. Please stay safe! God bless you.

[@TruckHouseLife]

Thank you:)

[@oriolesfan7807]

It's an extreme long distance from Alaska to help NC. THANK YOU TOO. Mark from Charlotte. I placed a comment too.

[@gatormamaprepper]

There’s my girl! 😊 Just finished watching this video you tagged me in and was gonna say what a great representative of Alaska he is!! Thx to both of you for sharing this journey!

[@mamaalaska]

@@gatormamaprepper we are all Americans from the top of Alaska to the bottom of the Florida Keys. We are not our government. We are our neighbors, no matter how far away or how close, we depend upon each other and sadly our government has shown us they care about war and sending billions to kill innocent people and take from them the resources that we don’t think about, Akongo children, mine cobalt and lithium for iPhones and batteries, government fight, and kill, beginning of time for spices for gems for gold they’ve shown, they don’t care how many innocence of any government even their own must suffer in order for a handful of the wealthiest to live a life they could never spend any of the billions they require for their lives not their nations not their citizens, but for themselves. God gave us free choice and only God is a ruler and our king no matter what language you profess your love for the God that gave us life. It isn’t that spirit that we must never allow no “leader“ of our nation, or any nation to rule the Lord above, for he gave us courage to remain brothers and sisters across the world in many languages in many forms, for he is the creator of all life And we are his children to live as his example here on earth. God bless you all. God bless all of God’s children.

[@lisaweddle7363]

We all CAN DO something, especially prayers

[@brendabinczewski7624]

Prayers are going out to everyone that was affected by the flood and mud slides. Thank you for showing me. I live in Pa and didn’t really realize the damage that has happened. It is so sad. I’m sorry that people lost everything. Take care. Prayers do work!!!

[@keithqueen3554]

Thanks for volunteering .My son Moved to Alaska 2 years ago and I've seen the Alaska spirit helping how it works.headed down myself in a day or two myself .😢

[@brandyheatherly4341]

Thank you for coming to our area. I'm sad the bridge was out near Chimney Rock, because you would've passed by us in Hendersonville! Thanks for all you're doing!

[@nevrstopdrivin]

I’m overcome with an enormous amount of sadness watching this. It’s good to see this Timmy. As Americans we are in this together.

[@karenbeck1785]

I felt the same i felt so terrible when our power finally came back on i felt guilty for taking a shower and lying down to go to sleep! The destruction is MASSIVE !!!! Thank you for doing all you can

[@chandraestrada9707]

God bless you, Tammy for taking the time out and coming and trying to help these people. I’m in South Carolina so you must’ve passed us by have a great rest of your trip. I think you’re amazing as a person as a humanitarian a downright great guy and I hope everything goes well with the rest of your trip with the truck and much love from South Carolina.

[@molliebrandon625]

Thank you Timmy. I know you do have a vested interest in this. Don’t let the mouthy ones deter you. You’re a real deal kind of fella and I appreciate that.

[@kid7672]

❤️ WE ARE NC STRONG ❤ Thank Timmy you for showing up and helping out anyway that you can !! As long as there's good people like you and the organizations that are helping the good people of NC will not only survive but thrive once again ✌️&❤️ from NC

[@jfelton53]

Hope your friends in Banner Oak are okay and sorry you weren't able to reach them. You drove right through my little town of Old Fort, things are improving little by little and I'm so proud of our people coming together! Appalachia Strong❤!

[@TruckHouseLife]

Was great to see so many people coming together, sorry for what you're going through J.

[@dalesearcy5734]

Thank you Tim for keeping us informed on just how bad this is. Our news stations don't appear to care much about it.

[@The_Garmin_Guru]

They don’t want you to see just how little federal response there is

[@Drewcardello]

@@The_Garmin_Guruyes!

[@njmommy609]

They are censoring for a reason and not a very good one neither!!!!

[@deeanna5814]

I’m not at all surprised that you went to help. Bless you. It’s up to ppl like you with an online presence to keep these people from being forgotten.

[@robertriggle2246]

Thank you for being a light that is shining for those who can't. I know you might not get there but, Damascus Va was also one of those places hit really hard. Thank you again for doing what you can in our little area of the world. People just don't realize how many people have been impacted by this terrifying event. There is a tremendous amount of videos on KZbin right now that are trying to show the damage caused by Helene.

[@devilschild]

TY for encouraging your followers to donate to Samaritan's Purse.

[@cutawhiskieramblings6231]

Tim, thanks for sharing the footage. Good to meet you at overland East. I am the guy that gave you the bass farm sausage. God bless you for all you're doing and trying to help people

[@laurabeamon1795]

Thank you Timmy for coming to my home state and shedding light on the reality of the situation. It is very generous of you to offer your assistance, we are neighbors helping neighbors strong.

[@TarHeelsKenny]

I am from Black Mountain and now live in Kissimmee, Florida. We just kicked out from Milton. But my heart is broken for my home. All of my relatives are accounted for but still haven’t heard from childhood friends. Thank you for helping Timmy. You are a good man.

[@KerryPotts-ff8tj]

Tim you are a radiant soul. Keep sharing your light.

[@loraroark3327]

My family in Colorado sent a whole tractor trailer full of supplies last week.

[@702Hardcafe]

I didn't see any of what you're showing in the news. Great job covering the damage from that hurricane. GOD bless you brother.

[@TruckHouseLife]

good to know, I haven't seen any news on it really.

[@J.Images.Photography]

Tim I Had a lot of respect for you in the first place but my respect for you now? Bro Just put it this way. You definitely have gained a special place in my heart now. Tim stay safe my friend please stay safe......

[@crownewourth1]

Thank you for highlighting the gravity of this situation. It’s been very very difficult. The limited mainstream news has truly been disrespectful. The people here need help…

[@lynellethompson5521]

Wow, so much devastation!! Thank you for helping!! Safe travels!!

[@backwoodsshiner887]

Bro that’s insane you drove all the way from Alaska to help us.. that means a lot to us here in nc mountains and shows what kinda person you really are. Thanks Timmy

[@DIYManiacJohnP]

While you may not have been “boots on the ground” helping. bringing us images of what is going on served a purpose as well.

[@traviscarrolloutdoors9580]

Yeah I was going to be negative honestly about the lack of actual help, but his images may get people to donate and come actually physically help those in desperate need.

[@Jen-K-2024]

He did help. Read his long description under this video. He helped search over 200 cars for bodies. Geez people. Open your eyes

[@Jen-K-2024]

​@traviscarrolloutdoors9580 he did help. Go read his long description under video please . He searched 200 vehicles for bodies

[@DIYManiacJohnP]

@@traviscarrolloutdoors9580 like I said, bringing the images to a wide audience really helps people understand the devastation that was caused. As long as him being there and filming did not hinder the rescue and repair procedures or risk him being in danger then I don’t see anything wrong with it.

[@DIYManiacJohnP]

@@Jen-K-2024 like I said…. Regardless of he was boots on the ground helping or using his drone to capture footage to share with his viewers, it is accomplishing something. Bringing us those images will help open people’s eyes and hopefully create extra donations. As long as him being there wasn’t hindering the ongoing rescue missions and rebuilding efforts then there’s no issue with doing what he did.

[@SilkDaStunna]

You are a good person for wanting to help others after the devastation. I’m sending prayers to all those are affected and thank you to all those that are helping the people affected. 🙏 ❤

[@debidoo1644]

Thank you for helping North carolina out...in times and need. Appreciate it ❤😍😝

[@jaywiggins2029]

I've enjoyed your channel for a while now, and I've been a fan. I 'm proud of you for going to try to help the folks in North Carolina.

[@patriciafuchs5970]

Dear God, it will take years to clean up as well as heal emotionally. Bless you for dropping your own life to help others. I have witnessed your kindness and spirit through your blogs and have always loved seeing your adventures. This one shows your humanity. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.

[@RockchikPaula]

My heart hurts for those affected. I pray throughout the day for their safety and ability to get thru this. I follow you, Timmy and several other yt channels, and I cannot even begin to imagine what it’s like. I’m here in N IL near river valleys. We’ve always had EF 3-5 tornadoes and areas flooded. But seeing the areas completely wiped out is gut wrenching. Very humbling. A local electric contracting company recently took a truck with enclosed trailer down with donations from local communities, chainsaws and supplies to help what they could. I donated what I was able to, and will again. Prayers for your safety on this journey, and that your family and friends get thru this. Thank you and God bless!! Hope to meet you on the lower 48 Tour! ✌🏻🙏🏻✝️

[@WayawayAdventures]

Thanks for posting this and for helping where you can. You rock.

[@imapisces1]

Thank you for covering this AND being a good samaritan, Timmy. ❤️ 🫶

[@janamunden1970]

Tim that's so very nice and kind of you to go that far in the lower 48 .So many thanks from everyone. Be safe on the remainder of your trip and have fun Love from Ohio

[@hawkinbs]

Thanks for coming to help our neighbors! May God bless you!

[@timpage5021]

Bless the locals and few brave volunteers from outside the community to get the roads cleared and wells drilled for clean water.

[@keithjones914]

Hey Tim, saw your truck in Ellijay on 10/11. It looks much cooler in person. Glad you came down to help the hurricane victims. This will be a long term recovery for them.

[@lindaraleigh5960]

Thanks Tim, for giving us a real picture of the devastation of Helene. Please be safe. ❤

[@sandraryan2256]

Tell everyone

[@BrLambert]

I never expected you to be there during your cross country trip but going where you are needed is so you. Samaritans Purse is always where the disasters are, worldwide, they even set up makeshift hospital. Thank you for doing your part.

[@zacharyeaton1323]

The sound of a diesel truck is the sound of help on the way

[@MorganSansing]

❤ ❤ the generosity for the Appalachian area!! Donated to you and the cause. Totally love your videos…they transport me to places I may never get to see!! Thank you for being YOU!😊

[@soundman6564]

Dang son your a long way from home, thank you for the inspiration you brought with you, much respect. 👍

[@SylviaKimbel]

How thoughtful of you to go and help! I hope you found your friends and they are doing well.

[@wisdomjunkie]

I will say this....generally speaking. There were immediate responses from neighboring counties and states to NC and TN. Some of these areas were just so difficult to get to that it took time. I can't imagine what those people stuck in those areas felt like. I'm assume they felt abandoned, but they weren't. It just took time to get to them. So don't downplay how hard efforts have been to help. And if you hear that aid is being turned down, get the full story first. It might not be what you think. I saw an interview with a rescue worker near Chimney Rock where aid had to be turned away. It wasn't because they didn't want/need it. They got a huge influx of aid from neighboring counties and didn't have a way to store the excess. So they told them to take it to the next town that needed it. I think she said it best when she said they needed help in waves.....periodic supply drops so they don't get overwhelmed with supplies they can't store. I'm in East Tennessee. In Unicoi County, they had to start shutting down roads to keep the gawkers from jamming up the roads and making recovery efforts more difficult. In the heat of the flooding, we had rescuers die trying to help. There are many stories of pure tragedy and heroism. I see very ignorant and heartless comments downplaying how massive and destructive the flooding was. Such as oh, you should be prepared for a 100 year flood....😮. We lost bridges...dams... roads... ENTIRE towns. Our infrastructure was not meant to hold up to this type of flooding, BECAUSE these were unprecedented amounts of water dumped on NC and TN. For a lot of these communities, the alert to evacuate was sent out after cell towers went out of service, so they didn't even know what was coming down on them. Most people aren't even researching before popping off at the mouth. The info is out there. Google how much water was dropped on NC and TN. The conspiracy theories about aid and FEMA have gotten so bad. Don't go off what your brother's cousin told you he saw on Facebook. Look for reputable sources of info.

[@wisdomjunkie]

Helene and other storms dumped a whopping 40 trillion gallons of rain on the South, NOAA says Experts say Helene and other storms dumped enough rain on the Southeast last week to fill 60 million Olympic swimming pools. Author: Audra Phillips Published: 9:06 AM EDT October 4, 2024 Updated: 9:06 AM EDT October 4, 2024 CHARLOTTE, N.C. - As Hurricane Helene cleanup continues, we're now learning just how much rain fell in the Southeast last week. Helene's rainfall totals are stunning experts with an unheard of amount of water. Let's connect the dots. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) says more than 40 trillion gallons of rain fell in the past week, including the preceding rainfall event in the North Carolina mountains. That's enough to fill 60 million Olympic swimming pools.

[@TGTree]

Excellent post. Thanks for a post that brings true points (of various and many levels of difficulty) to viewers that are unaware of how hard it is to coordinate help. Appreciate the wisdom of this response you gave. Also, thanks Timmy. ❤

[@valerieirvin249]

Those that say you should have been better prepared apparently haven't ever experienced this type of thing. They should be the last to talk, in my opinion. Few listen to those comments. Blessings for God's love & peace over your lives. 🙏🕊️⚖️❤️🇺🇸🙏

[@greg4876]

​@@valerieirvin249agree... even if some did prepare it was washed away with flood waters.... this is unimaginable

[@heavenlyvilla8681]

Well said.