Flooding Destroyed 37 Homes in Green River Cove, NC: Amazing & Inspiring Story of Hope

[@mariaanwescomb9111]

I'm South African devastation of Helana broke my heart, the helpers touched God bless all of you

[@AStanton1966]

Thumbs up for all the volunteers, workers, and people who donated stuff.

[@shannanbegley8189]

Fred got a camper❤ Thank you to everyone that made this possible! Thank you for building the storage shed!

[@roz57]

I loved the guy that brought the camper and gave it away, then said he and his wife had a baby at 19, but beat the odds. Americans helping Americans!

[@bettyhudson979]

YES‼️ AMERICANS 🇺🇸 HELPING👐🏻 AMERICANS 🇺🇸

[@loubelle385]

I agree! ❤❤

[@bettyhudson979]

All things are possible with God as our source🙏🏽

[@JANSFAMBAM7]

God bless the family that gave the Camper to that lost everything I'm praying for you all

[@janagray47]

Such a blessing .

[@Toby_Jenkins]

Jake’s a true hero! He has steeped up to the plate and went above and beyond! Thank you Jake!!! (Precision Grading)!!!

[@LindaGlenn-p1j]

Jake (Precison Grading) I Don't know you personally but I want to thank you for your beautiful act of kindness and heartfelt love you have for these people in WNC you are definitely a God Sent and I know you are volunteer you service but I hope the benefit concert that raised 24 Million takes some of that money and make sure you and the others get compensated because that is why that money was raised to help the people and that is what you are doing so you all should get rewarded back that is the right thing to do God bless you sir

[@cynderella2878]

This is our county. 😢 My husband had a stroke in 2020. That year on Father's Day, our youngest son took him fishing at Fishtop and I went along and took pictures. I wish I could share them here, so everyone could see what it looked like before. It was such a beautiful spot!

[@FLIPPER1439]

Yes, you can share them. Have someone show you how, please as we need to see what the mountainous area looked like before this devastating flood.

[@joqlady888]

I sure enjoyed this entire video ,because ; I learned alot of TRUTH............WE THE PEOPLE WILL MAKE AMERICA GREAT AGAIN....

[@FLIPPER1439]

However, WE THE PEOPLE must realize it is the LORD GOD who is restoring what the enemy has stolen.✝️🕊️

[@bethgiesey9405]

Super video John. I'm so happy for Fast Fred. He now has a place to lay his head. Thank you to the man & his wife who made this possible

[@theappalachianchannel]

It's great to hear that Fast Fred is doing alright. He's such a great guy.

[@cindylopez5599]

God bless that couple.For giving such a large gift to someone they don't even know. That's the Lord's work.

[@sharlynebeach2786]

I live in Taylor County Florida where the eye of hurricane Helene came into the big bend region of Florida. I would have never thought that hurricane Helene would have had such an impact this far north. Here in Florida, the homes along our coastline are 90% destroyed. I live 25 miles inland from the coast. I am so grateful to God my home was spared. Praying for everyone everywhere. We all need it. Things of this nature will humble you. 😊

[@BeAHappyCamper2Day]

weather manipulation. election time

[@40-DAYS]

TRUE.

[@Ella-ve7kp]

Project storm fury 1947. First attempt to manipulate a hurricane. Then to slow it down now the other direction it seems.

[@Susan-lf2hl]

Native mtn people are role models for us all over the country God bless

[@40-DAYS]

NATIVE??? GULP.

[@GenX...MCMLXV]

@@40-DAYS Yeah Native. So you can unwad your panties. As a Noun :- One born or reared in a particular place ... Or an adjective - Belonging to or associated with one by birth.

[@Stacy_KP]

For real, in Jesus name..God bless them

[@pamelamohn5931]

​​@@40-DAYSBorn and raised in equals native. Dictionary Definitions from Oxford Languages · Learn more noun a person born in a specified place or associated with a place by birth, whether subsequently resident there or not. "a native of Montreal" adjective 1.associated with the place or circumstances of a person's birth. "he's a native New Yorker" "native mountain people" ❤

[@fendi5319]

This touched me deeply, all the stories made me tear up. Make more of these! ❤️

[@theappalachianchannel]

Thank you so much for watching!

[@danjones-ow2yv]

Thank God for local people who own equipment and willing to help others. Thank you so much!

[@kat.b.3556]

And he works at the Pentagon!, I have a daughter working there and another childhood friend has a son there too. My Dutch Grandparents would be so proud. Americans rock!

[@janicehamilton4470]

Thank you for your humble honest truths. We know nothing of this. As the general public. Watching from Michigan & live on a lake & river. This will help save others by telling your truths! Thank you!

[@Biggi-rt1pk]

I am moved to tears about your and your wifes kindness of bringing this RV to help out Fred. I am in awe of this comunity and all the volunteers showing up and making a difference. Much respect, blessings and love to you all. From 🇨🇦

[@John-b5e3e]

Americans are good people, the government sucks

[@Allisillusion-z3f]

​@@John-b5e3eI think the Great Experiment ended with the Act of 1871 making us a corporation, a big business with big business interests...

[@marjoriecook5230]

The camper is great. So encouraging to see people helping and donating.

[@MadameButterfly1]

My husband and I always enjoy your videos and this one particularly moved us. Thank you for showcasing the TRUE Spirit of America and not just what our corrupt msm wants us to know. Great use of your talents! Keep them coming ❤

[@jennyw1445]

I wish I could give every one of these volunteers a hug and a personal thank you. They have uplifted my spirits and restored my faith in humanity.

[@candyrbennett]

All the volunteers.... You are some spectacular people! You are a special breed that when i think of this tragedy you will be the silver lining. The right in what was so wrong! It is something that I had thought was gone but it is alive and well in these mountains ! Tragedy turned into triumph! I dare to say geologically speaking....if this had happened anywhere else the story would not be the same. Humbled and faith restored in our people!

[@theappalachianchannel]

I couldn’t agree more.

[@JimmyGerald]

Have never seen Fred on UTUBE but what a good down to earth guy, What a great group of men and lady to come together and build him a storage shed and to the gentleman and his wife for giving Fred a Very lovely Camper to live in ….GodBless Each and everyone of you for pouring love to the ones that are in desperate need 🙏🙏🙏❤🤍💙🇺🇸❤🤍💙🇺🇸❤🤍💙🇺🇸❤🤍💙🇺🇸❤🤍💙🇺🇸❤🤍💙🇺🇸❤🤍💙🇺🇸

[@jon9021]

The resilience of these people amazes me.

[@jamestatum7759]

There needs to be a plaque made of all these volunteers. That is so awesome that you're doing this. Thanks for all your help

[@Mexishark909]

IM from Hawaii and this sucks but don't forget. Just because your house was destroyed does not mean anything to the banks, everybody in Maui when their house got burned down got Economic Hardship deferment on their mortgages but its only 16 to 24 months, those months have been up for most people as of last month. So now a lot of people are not only paying rent wherever they are but are now starting to get harrased from the bank about paying their mortgages. So either you got to plan ahead to sell the property if you can or if you are going to keep it just remember whatever they say they don't care in 2 years they will start making you pay again or they will foreclose. Also you got 50 more dollars than we did lol wtf 700 or 750 going to buy? lol I dont want to be a Debbie Downer, but for anyone who lives out there to not forget even as people get their lives settled in a couple years, the banks will rear its ugly head once again. So just be ready for them.

[@pamelabarnes3043]

They get you one way or another. Our country helps other countries more than people in there own country. It's so unfair.

[@deedeeamberson5862]

@@pamelabarnes3043, true, I will never understand that. Stay safe and god bless you and your family.

[@haroldncillabryant6448]

Very good knowledge right there I watched about maui it was messed up how they did y’all down there the Government hopefully everyone starts voting for Trump This election

[@j_rainsgoat3929]

What would you suggest they do?

[@Sparrow.in.the.treetop]

Particularly in Maui Banks can cash in big on the property and land. Bring a class action suit against EXXON for holding back info for years they knew that gasoline was warming the PLANET. Fight back against big business and billionaires, we’re sick of them pac manning everything in site!!

[@Truecountry]

This is one great Person right here..... Precision Grading. Thank you for what you do buddy.........

[@FastFredRuddock]

Jake is a great American

[@jeeperscreepers73]

Thank you for helping Fred!! ❤

[@angelagabhart4188]

Americans are great and so generous! God bless them for helping each other! Great story. Thanks for sharing!!!

[@lindav873]

Awwww God Bless everyone helping NC,TN,SC,Georgia,FL & NM until restored 😇🥰🙏 God Bless this Darrel & his family for gifting Fred a new home!!!🥰🥰 Much respect & love!!

[@Stacy_KP]

Yes LORD❤

[@CrystalHall_halfdomer]

This is so beautiful! Thank you for filming this and debunking nonsense. I would love to help Fred. I have so many beautiful memories from tubing the Cove. It was one of my favorite things to do in the summer. Fred may not realize how many lives he has touched but everyone who was given that gift of experiencing the Green had their lives made better (except one guy who neglected to leave his car keys at the shack - he had a bad day). Thanks to Fred for the ways you have enriched our lives. I know many of us want to help. A month later, I still cannot digest all the damage everywhere. Just unimaginable. I am hopeful we make an incredible new world for the next generation to inherit.

[@707Grammy]

This is the most heart warming video! bless that man and his wife from MD who donated the beautiful RV!

[@gailhitson7340]

Appalachians are salt of the earth. God bless and watch over these communities. ❤

[@laurarandolph5600]

Inspiring people who love God, family and neighbor... God bless them with every help and blessing...

[@theresekirkpatrick3337]

Amen. My America 🇺🇸 ❤❤❤ to all the volunteers. Especially the veterans. Wish i could come help. Prayers are all i have and look like God answering them post haste. ❤❤❤

[@PatriciaNorton-dr4zm]

Our hope is built on nothing less than God and His people. Thank you John for this video . I was blessed to view this.

[@Liberty6010and9]

Amen to that. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@itsallgood2875]

❤only 30 miles to Linden from here… THANK YOU to that family for their LOVE & SUPPORT! How amazing to give a camper to someone that needs it!! Mountain folks are just built differently and it’s such a beautiful thing❤

[@terriyoungblood4565]

Thanks John for doing this, it is really something to see in person what devastation Helene did in this area.

[@Mrs.Frankenstein]

This is absolutely horrifying. John people need to see this to know that these people need help. Prayers for them all I can't even imagine ❤

[@lisaslayton3880]

Thankyou for this video and Fred telling what all and who all used to be on the river. I am glad to see that Fred got a new shed and a fully stocked camper to live in. God Bless each and Every One of you guys.

[@timlewis5096]

Shit!!! I'm Speechless. That must have been a terrible site to see on your drive, Thankyou for the efforts. I'm, 69 and I've seen most of the biblical plagues here in Australia and been through a couple of moderate Cyclones but for some reason I have missed all the big floods and major storms. They have hit places I've lived after I've left. The last big one was in NZ, Google Hawkes Bay Floods, mid February 2023 and you will see alot of videos.. Heavy rain washed a large amount of forestry slash into the rivers causing dams that collapsed and the slash too out roads, river banks, Road and rail bridges, Land slips added huge amounts of silt to the river flats and surrounding areas. Buried Apple Orchards in over a meter of silt . All happened a couple of weeks before the harvest was due to start!! God bless all those helping with the recovery

[@JULIEBROTHERS-qr5or]

So much hard work completed here in Hawkes Bay. Same sort of devastation. Thank God for volunteers from NZ and overseas ❤❤

[@bethmendoza1847]

I’ve been watching Fred’s videos. Amazing response from so many caring people. Fred has a home, and that’s what it’s all about.

[@Eiri553]

It takes a much beautiful heart to give without return, & this man is so thankful he's near tears bless every one who has given, helped & those who love the Appalachians as home.

[@rogertemple7193]

This is really nice seeing everyone helping people after the storms cleaning up and you helping as well. Praying for everyone down there in North Carolina take care and thank you.🙌🙏🇺🇲

[@maiingan07]

Dang straight, our country has the best of the best when it comes to people. Thank you for making this video, we all need to see it. I love my country, I just don’t trust our government. As your video went on, the more I fell in love with your guide. What an absolute treasure. I’m so happy he’s continuing on for Katie, what a class act for a Lady.

[@jondarrah6829]

So much destruction, just unbelievable, so sad thank you John I know this was hard to do.

[@suenorton6032]

Thats an awesome camper you have been gifted! It should keep you warm for the winter! I am low income so I can't help that way but I can send prayers to all that have been affected by this storm. Sending thanks from NY to all who have helped your community!!

[@BoJo5066]

Very informative and interesting video! I wanted to cry in both happiness and sorrow when Fred was given the camper. Cry because he was given such a wonderful gift. And cry because such terrible things happened down there. 💜🌻🙂

[@jennyandrews1671]

Bless His heart ♥, I am glad that he made it. People are helping.

[@Elaine-d4h]

Beautiful little Lady 🌹🫂👍👍 Good daddy

[@KathleenRoth-p6y]

Lord Jesus You know and want people to be blessed according to Your word .I pray You touch and heal all concerns here.

[@Sparrow.in.the.treetop]

Oh stop!

[@SueLegg-lh6fj]

Keep praying. Faith, Hope, Love

[@Stacy_KP]

Yes Lord❤

[@deborahwood6054]

Dear Mr. Harris, You and your wife and your team brought tears to my eyes. I am so greatful for you. I am sorry for the lost of your Dad Mr. Harris . I to have fond memories of Saluda, Va. with my grandfather going to Christchurch where he had a summer farm. My dad who was really a golfer (the Farm was on my mother's side) said the highlight of the weekends there was going to the vegetable stand in Saluda!! ha ha ha...I know you got a kick out of that !! Dad wasn't a hunter and fishing or boating man my grandfather was. Going there was my favorite place on earth. I learned so much from him. I not only learned how to crab and fish I learned how to shoot. He had a beautiful Chriscraft sleeper boat we kept in Urbanna. His son had the fastest boat on the Rappahannock River durning my younger years.. It was a mahogany I think that to was a christcraft too speedboat. It was called The Grey Ghost. Mason Funai...you might know him since you like fast things!! Remember the boat races back then in Urbanna Creek ? How nobody got killed was a miracle!! I just wanted to thank you and your crew for what you did for fellow American you never met. And a shout out to your wife for all she did cleaning and getting it ready and stocking it !! I think she might have worked harder than you !! ha ha..I will kept all of you in prayer...and may The Lord continue to Bless you and your family. And I pray that HE keeps you safe and in good health !! Much love to you all....Deborah Wood Richmond , Va. P.S. Now can you do something with our Government !! 😂 XoXo

[@bluegrallis]

It sure is great, to see folks from all over, donating goods and services to these people!

[@tammydaniels170]

The father and daughter at the river so proud of my people back home. That’s what it’s all about.💜🕊🙏🏻🕊💜

[@nancyjaynes2868]

😅

[@Elaine-d4h]

Thanks for your Service ❤🙏🫂

[@jsfoster75]

Love the giving heart of people. Had the pleasure of volunteering with Samaritan's Purse last Saturday and will be going again this Saturday. What a fantastic group of people to work alongside.

[@akbychoice]

Been through this area many times it’s only 25 miles from us. So sad to see the destruction, good to see people coming together for the greater good.

[@mikeanderson7165]

John all the videos I have seen on your KZbin channel I love them all. by far these showing the devastation of the flood an all the victims an the guys helping them get some what back to their lives. I thank you so much for sharing this I couldn’t Imagine what they are going through. God bless all of them ❤

[@RyanThomas-gy8ev]

The attitudes of these people speaks volumes. They are so positive even after everything and breath resilience.

[@amymartin7508]

Glad someone made it in to help out Fred. I saw his plea for help... many prayers.

[@melissawilcoxon9913]

Thanks for documenting history. This is a great video of how Americans work together!

[@Fit2beTied]

John, excellent work! You put for the side of the story that no one else has. I'm sure there hundred of this stories the region.

[@TEPO--]

My heart aches for your communities. Your hearts, strength, and depth spirit inspires, the aches and are honest examples of hope, perseverance and certainly the love of your historical roots. Continued prayers and love to you from a mountain lady of the Sierra Nevada. Your sharing, genuine scope is much appreciated and helps with actual perspective, empathy and the depth of compassion for those of us thousands of miles away. Your experiences are surely important in regard to the fabric of our county, our history both past and future too..... Much love

[@kevincresswell5272]

I would like to work for Precision Grading he appears to be a good man.

[@tishkerrville8942]

Appalachians...the REAL 🇺🇲 Patriots

[@Brandonquad5555]

I'm glad you two got linked up together. Good work 👏 Fast Fred

[@theoldmanonasportbike]

Fred thanks for the daily updates on Facebook. We are hear to help!

[@loubelle385]

People helping people‼️ ❤️🤍💙 What a wonderful and heartwarming story even among the devastation! I feel so badly for all the lives lost during this tragedy! 🥲 God bless all who were affected by this tragedy and bless all the volunteers who are helping the area. 🙏✝️🇺🇸

[@melissaciswhoibe9183]

Darrell, you and your crew are absolutely amazing human beings! That camper is awesome! God bless all of you and everyone affected by the evil hurricane Helene. 🙏 I am so happy for Fred! Makes me choke up. I have watched his videos, and it was so heartbreaking and touching how he talked about his grandma's homestead that has been devastated. He lives in a beautiful sweet spot, even with the ruins. Now he has hope. I am so very happy for him. What a blessing he has received, and what a blessing he is to others. This video has brought me tears of grief and tears of joy. Keep spreading love and kindness. Have a beautiful, blessed day. 🙏

[@SaraKate-gb1pe]

Wow! An impressive group of folks! Thanks!

[@ramonavanloan3035]

Thank you, John, for all your hard work recording all this!! We need to know the truth about what really happened, and see firsthand the wonderful people who helped and are helping the people in North Carolina!

[@debbyshowalter6193]

Thank you ! For this great video God bless America 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸and God bless all the wonderful volunteers! Thanks 🇺🇸🇺🇸🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@kat.b.3556]

Thanks!

[@LSUDeNanner]

Thanks for showing us this!😮i finished watching this morning, and while not splashy and fancy, these are raw and true stories! I'm jealous of being able to tell these wonderful stories that aren't being seen anywhere else. Keep them coming! Proud of 'people helping people'. That is what our country is about! God Bless all of these areas affected.

[@susanboddie1120]

I went through Typhoon Bart in Okinawa with 192mph winds on the 8th floor of a seaside apartment. Never felt a thing. Buildings can be built for some types of weather but water has an unmatched force.

[@msomusicco]

Thank for bringing a truthful video of what is actually going on and what work is being done. such devastation! It is unbelievable what nature is capable of. Jake from Precision Grading many others are doing a great job!

[@ssbme1]

So appreciate this front of the line perspective. It’s so amazing what you all have accomplished in such a short amount of time. The positive energy is incredible. Wishing you all the best, sending money to the area.

[@vickijackson9115]

Thank you for sharing. A beautiful video of amazing people. Gods Blessings. 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻🇺🇸

[@sharonsmith4032]

He's 100% right it's people helping people. Not the government no matter who wins. If we don't start helping each other we're lost. Great video John.

[@theresekirkpatrick3337]

We were part of the Texas tea party. Blessing to everyone affected.

[@miamivicemami]

Pathetic

[@starcrib]

The topographic maps of the Montians, the sheer force of the debris field, and water flow were off the charts. This is a wake-up call for how the new paradigms are real. Human Habitat Loss becomes apparent.

[@Spunkiewolf]

So glad to have seen this video. Fred I am so glad, you have wonderful people looking out for you, an helping you with a place to live and also store what you could salvage. I know it's going to be a long road ahead, but glad you are safe and doing good. xxoo. Also John takes for the Documentary. Fred is a great guy. Thanks again.

[@JANSFAMBAM7]

John absolutely heartbreaking I'm praying for everyone ❤🤗✝️ Thank you for doing this Video ! These Folks need help Please Donate. God bless

[@LeslieESP21]

Sending HOPE from the grid ❤

[@mintomaxwell1354]

So very touching,I’m grateful to you guys for sharing and helping each other’s,that’s really ❤️ love

[@frogfieldfarm2073]

God Bless that man that brought the trailer ❤

[@JUDYPATRICK-vf9ql]

PRAYING FOR Y'ALL 🙏

[@teresamartin8344]

Thank you so much, Precision Grading!

[@michaelsmith-iu1be]

These people are amazzing!!!

[@junkinjodi]

Daryl you are the hands and feet of prayer❤❤❤

[@sandyhenson5875]

love your sweet home happy for you sweet guys God bless everyone

[@loveearth7011]

I’m so glad y’all survived and persevered. I’m so sorry for all the devastation in your cove. I’m glad everyone was positive. That is what this community and country needs. Love, support and positivity. 🇺🇸

[@theresekirkpatrick3337]

Thats awesome glad to see you got help. Winter’s coming quickly. Praying 😢

[@piquat1]

It's good to show this. Maybe it'll keep some of the gawkers out if they can just see it from home. It's better having a local explain what was there before anyway. Otherwise you can't even tell what was lost.

[@peterlaurion827]

John your right about it s alot worst that we believe it to be .

[@ramonahierholzer3163]

Thank you. My grandparents were also in Garden City, SC when Hugo hit. I was near by. 🙏

[@Kat-50]

Great living in Gruby Times!!! I luv it, God Bless & Keep U as u rebuild your life again.!! Wat a Blessing this guy was!!!

[@l-y-n-n-c]

Just brings tears to my eyes to see this destruction

[@tomrut3653]

The camper trailer, if it 50 amp plug it’s 220/240 volts (4 prong plug), the AC only needs 110 volts to run, if it’s 30 amp (3 prong plug) it’s 30 amps at 110/120 volts. Hope this helps and good luck. Thanks John.

[@stevensims3342]

I just can't believe the amount of damage, it hurts to see. Stay strong you mountain legends.

[@kamijenkins4202]

I want to take this opportunity to give EVERYONE that is helping a huge THANK YOU!! Life has totally changed for these folks that have been hit and life mangled from the destruction of this catastrophe. People helping People.... that is what this thing we call LIFE is all about!! Love your neighbor as God first loved us, Treat others as you would want to be treated. The list of sayings and quotes and Bible passages go on and on that would fit how to treat others in the right way. Needless to say, we should all look to these Good Samaritan's that are helping and take a mental photo to remember how we should always be to each other. It would really be nice if we could ALL give and help out. If you can help, please do and along with that....prayers do not cost a thing and that is better than all the money on earth. God will always find the way and lead you there. God already knows the way....just trust in HIM. 🙏God bless any and all that were hit or affected by this disaster. Thanks for the documentary. We need more of this REAL footage, showing the truth of the situation. 🙏

[@Elaine-d4h]

Once re built it'll be a Beautiful ❤️🙏 place

[@caroljohnson7433]

So sorry this happened to these people . I pray that they get the help they need and courage to stay strong patient, and I know they will over come this in due time. Strongest people I have ever seen and everyone coming together is so wonderful. Thank u for sharing this video it was truly an eye opener on how fast things can happen I live in Florida Pasco Co we had it bad but nowhere the effect that these people had to endure makes me appreciate the things we have and the family is working together is humbling...bless them for their strength and courage they show ...God Bless...

[@stephruiz573]

God Bless You! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼 Praying for recovery and rebuilding! 🙏🏼🙏🏼🙏🏼😘

[@shannanbegley8189]

Great video, thank you for doing it!