Hurricane Helene Exposes Government Failure: Critical Supply Lessons

[@wranglerstar]

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[@southlouisianapatriots9400]

As someone who helped found several non-profits, since the floods in Louisiana, back in 2016, including an organization and system that rescued over 3500 people, during Hurricane Harvey, I can assure you, Cody, it's worse than you think. The government is completely inept at dealing with natural disasters, unless it has to do with arresting anyone trying to help. They do this because they receive millions in taxpayer funding and volunteer organizations threaten to show everyone how useless they are.

[@southlouisianapatriots9400]

and no, I don't mean the Red Cross, another inept organization, in my opinion, as a "volunteer organization." During one of the hurricanes that hit the Carolinas, a couple years ago, they were feeding people chicken nuggets and a slice of bologna, while we handed out close to 10,000 hot meals.

[@JADudley]

Thank you brother for sharing what we are doing with grindstone

[@sbjj1728]

Thank you for sharing Grindstone and the others ❤🙏

[@mosthated8190]

Let it be Ukraine , Biden Administration would’ve sent nearly a billion dollars , aid , guns , ammo , and heavy artillery.

[@jeffsims3585]

I was about 95% prepared- my miss was communication. This was devastating- we were stranded for 2d…. YOU ARE YOUR FIRST RESPONDER. Government is worthless.

[@bradnuber]

What are you doing to remedy your communications? Specifics on comms?

[@jeffsims3585]

@@bradnuber Brad I’m still researching, any suggestions?

[@dgexpressllc7450]

Star link

[@jeffsims3585]

@@dgexpressllc7450 thank you

[@edc1569]

Hasn’t iPhone got direct to satellite comms now for emergency’s?

[@gregvause1380]

Folks please wake up, you are on your own, during anything major. Prayers for all.

[@ZaneDouglas1]

@@leeinwis Take my hand, we'll make it, I swear...

[@richardwendt6175]

Govt has 8.8 million meals, 7.4 million litres of water, 225,000 tarps etc...

[@RalphSmith-cj5he]

Usually Scammed Americans😮

[@mosthated8190]

@@gregvause1380 unless it’s Biden sending nearly Billions to Ukraine

[@communism-is-tits]

I know right, the American government helped Ukraine, Taiwan, Israel, legal aliens, etc. Before Hawaiian or Southeast America's. We are not a country if we don't put US citizens first. Who is running this ship?

[@littl3drumm3r]

I was there on a supply run yesterday loaded with 20,000 pounds of supplies and we didn’t even make a dent. It is so horrible up there. There was no FEMA or Red Cross or anything. Baptists on mission was there doing great work and everyone else were citizens just like me

[@pamdore9292]

Be glad that those two groups aren’t there. They take the supplies and make you sign up! Who does that? Evil evil groups.

[@strawdemindset]

Where?

[@Gideon_Judges6]

​@@pamdore9292look at who heads all the FEMA departments. It's not called the SYNAGOGUE of satan for nothing.

[@LeemurOfDeath10]

​@@pamdore9292FEMA has a ton of MRAPs and ammo....they see you have supplies...they will show up

[@Blood0ftyrants]

Its pretty sad when the government uses our tax dollars putting illegal invaders in homes feeds them and gives them anything they need all across America to the tune of 650+ million dollars and completely ignores it's own citizens. They government wants wyte ppl dead they hate us. Its so infuriating illegal invaders come before us in our own country.

[@BearIndependent]

Thank you Brother. Looking forward to the opportunity to chat with you. J. A. Dudley can handle the logistics.

[@Skwish6952]

God please show mercy to my fellow countrymen in need and God bless those trying to help. Amen.

[@tobycond7457]

As someone in NC, the government doesn’t care, we don’t fit the narrative. People who aren’t here don’t understand how truly devastating it is. There’s towns that do not exist anymore.

[@Braisedin]

I'm in hickory NC. I understand

[@johnstanley8091]

I'm in eastern North Carolina. I'm trying to volunteer my time and bring some supplies.

[@TheRealChappy]

What do you expect the government to do initially? You can't stop flooding. The only option is wait until it recedes enough to go in.

[@escapetherace1943]

@@TheRealChappy well right now they are confiscating donations and supplies, stopping people from entering OR leaving and not giving out supplies, so.....

[@richardwendt6175]

@@TheRealChappy Exactly... The govt has shipped 8.8 million meals, 7.4 million litres of water, 225,000 tarps etc within a matter of a week of the worst hurricane to hit the US in 20 years. That's an impressive effort that I don't think any other country in the world could perform in such short notice. I feel like many Americans don't realise how good they have it in some ways. If only they were this lazer focused on getting better/more cost effective healthcare access.

[@antiXIII]

Lesson 1: Nobody is coming to save you. You are your own first responder. Prepare accordingly

[@MrKoobuh]

@@leeinwis Truth is usually painful.

[@vols-deep]

you can prepare all you want, that water rolling off the mountain is taking everything w/ it maybe for helping after the fact, but anything those folks had was washed out immediately

[@hopefulelectoftheng2819]

Prepare for a Monster storm?

[@hopefulelectoftheng2819]

People in North Carolina don't go through this so they didn't leave

[@missourimongoose8858]

Lesson 1 part A don't listen to your wife when she tells you not to buy a generator lol

[@MrFirstone23]

Thank you for highlighting what is going on, the mainstream media isn't interested in rural Americans.

[@MyMomSaysImKeen]

I work in migrant assistance distribution, and my biggest concern is how this $750 hand out may affect my newcomer clients future benefits. Assuming we keep paying for Ukranian pensions I suppose its not all bad though.

[@MrFirstone23]

@@andyd5038 And the other options are.....?

[@MrFirstone23]

@@MyMomSaysImKeen I'm conflicted as to which scores one the most virtue points? Supporting illegal aliens or Ukranian pensioners.

[@sfkdsxzjkcfjldskaf99sddf809sdf]

@@andyd5038 Simmer down keyboard warrior

[@LisaTurner-d1b]

You know no one can get there on site

[@stonegrove7369]

I live in Western North Carolina, got hit hard. I credit you with providing me so much chainsaw operation info and professional homeowner strategy. Thanks Wranglerstar.

[@johnculver3294]

I suspect a lot of those mountain folks had the tools and supplies to be prepared for winter weather and such. Unfortunately all of there supplies got washed away with their homes and out buildings. These people are tough and resilient. No amount of preparation could have prepared people for this type of disaster.

[@andrewh5087]

Thanks for this video. My family and I live in Western NC. It’s true that we’ve been hit hard! In this area we are used to winter storms, but not flooding of this magnitude. It had been raining here for about a week before storm hit which made things much worse. On my road we were trapped for the first 3 days. Could not get out. We had to make it on what was in house. Our home only suffered minor flooding in basement but others around me lost their house. Many roads just gone. Some had rivers running through them. Many lives lost. I’ve been a “prepper” since the first power outage we went through. It was a blizzard when I was 12. To me it’s not prepping it’s a way of life. We know the power will go out question is when. This is what I’ve seen. Beyond the destruction, our community has come together. After shelter, water and food I would highly recommend getting to know your neighbors. Team work is critical! Having people around that you trust is vital. Plan on sharing supplies and physical labor. You’ll appreciate the return. Having good generator has been great! Worth the investment. We have no idea when power will come back on. Poles and lines down on roads that can’t be traveled on. Almost 1 week in. I’ve started to focus on day now and not just next hour. If you would have told me 2 weeks ago that this would happen I would not have believed it. My advice is to start preparing if you have not. Creators like this channel give good advice. It does come in handy especially if you listen before disaster. Keep us in your prayers. The Lord is helping us!

[@averybeam4120]

God bless you sir please be safe in your journey to return to normal life. I live in Winston Salem NC. This comment has inspired me as I have a young son and I would hurt dearly to see him in hunger or without the vital needs. Thanks for your comment and please take care over there

[@nilknoc101]

Amen! Thanks for sharing your experience.

[@sm-pj7id]

hey man i live in yancey county, grew up in poplar, we bring life to the word up in these hollars. glad yall doing better and remember god dont throw nothing at you he knows you cant handle.

[@BarbieKP]

You are in my prayers. I am glad you have prepared or so long. Your advise is very useful; there have been so any disasters in the last few years. One right after the other many barely go spoken about. Some I only learned about in comments. Lets all be careful to not let this get forgotten. Your right I see its barley been covered on media of all types. Its outrageous the official responses. Its over whelming even when I go to pray. Such huge devastation. God Bless you @andrewh5087. I am praying you you and family and all effected. We have a big God he hears prayer.

[@timmynormand8082]

@@sm-pj7idawesome attitude Keep up the faith. Prayers for all that need. From Louisiana. We know how it it my friend

[@stevenhamer6810]

I’m in Hendersonville, NC. I’ve owned a sawmill for 11 years and I’ve spent more time behind a chainsaw in the last few days then I have in the last 5 years combined. The destruction is crazy, luckily I had family in VA and they sent me in a who mess of chains, mix and bar oil, and tarps for peoples roofs. Be careful who you send donations to, there are a lot of people taking advantage of the situation My ecoflow has saved me. I run my gas generator when I’m home and use it to charge my ecoflow. I run my ecoflow at night so I can lock down the garage and not risk it getting stolen. We could really use some radios to keep in touch w the rest of the neighbors.

[@sicsempertyrannis4613]

Same here man my chainsaw has seen more action in the last week than any other time. Lost my bar tensioner for my Husqvarna it just completely ripped off. So I went to Stihl

[@Explicit6ixty9]

Prayers from Augusta brother we’re all in this together. I’ve ran my saw more than I ever have this past week and I’ve definitely gotten to hone up on my fire starting skills lmfao

[@lawrenceroycemanapsal7741]

what model of ecoflow do you use?

[@stevenhamer6810]

@@lawrenceroycemanapsal7741 delta pro

[@TheTrainStationOG]

Thank you for doing Gods work out here man. If I can ask, which sawmill do you run?

[@il7325]

Thank you for showing my people, the governments keeping pilots from reaching people, it’s probably the single most horrific event I’ve ever witnessed, please don’t forget our brothers and sisters in Tennessee, Georgia, South Carolina, and Virginia.

[@aarondougherty236]

I think organized emergency responses are good and don't want a bunch of random people trying to help but just getting in the way or making things worse. That being said, I saw the story on this helicoptor guy. Ex military/first responder etc who probably had more cred than half of the officials there. Makes no sense to not keep him involved.

[@marcuswardle3180]

When you have an area with a whole load of military aircraft doing rescue, supply drops in a small amount of airspace you can’t have just anybody flying around. If you did it will result in a crash and then you’ve got another emergency on your hands! Emergency upon devastation, not good!

[@Steven-rn1oo]

Are you too stupid to understand why this is or are you being willfully ignorant.

[@frankmartin8471]

Your good ole local boy assistant fire chief in Lake Lure threatened to arrest a pilot who was rescuing people. That's local gratitude.

[@smith13579100]

I am blown away that since C0vid, very few people are prepared for disasters. Everyone on this planet should be prepared to be without help for a minimum one year or more.

[@evecarrington562]

Exactly! People keep thinking FEMA is going to come give them a new home, plenty of food, and money in the bank. That's not the point of FEMA. YOU have to be prepared. I'm shocked at the number of videos on KZbin where people readily admit that they had little to NOTHING put away for an emergency. You cannot blame the government for your lack of preparedness!

[@thejohncm]

I've been in Western NC for the past 4 days now volunteering where I can (clearing downed trees, helping people clean out their storm damaged parts of their houses etc.) and I can tell you the entire time I've been out here I haven't seen any assistance being provided by the government (state or federal). I saw two FEMA people driving around in a neon green EV and they were walking around talking to people wearing dress clothes and dress shoes afraid to get them dirty. That's it. That's what they are considering "assistance". National Guard is nowhere to be found in this part of the state.

[@hartranft66]

W4HTP in mecklenburg North Carolina is reporting via HAM radio This guy is a hero

[@stephendockery8417]

What frequency?

[@johndrake2147]

W4HTP 145.350 Repeater​@@stephendockery8417

[@Sparkyz911]

Scanner radio app...search mecklenberg county. Have family outside Red Hill NC, atv is only way down to Burnsville as of Monday Oct 1. Been listening to the ham channel since Sat Sept 28. Dan (net control) and his network od people been doing amazing at reporting info.

[@MountainManPrep]

What net is he on?

[@heyman5525]

​@@stephendockery8417W4HTP 145.350 out of Dallas NC, and N2GE 145.19 out of Rutherford county NC

[@softsouthernknight]

As an FYI - there are about 5,000 families in Houston that have never received FEMA aid after hurricane harvey.

[@kevinmiller5467]

Just a few more years.....

[@JamesJones-cx5pk]

This is why I keep listening to Cody. He is deadly serious and has been warning us for years.👍Bravo !!!

[@timmynormand8082]

True. He does come in when needed.

[@richardatlavenderhomestead3170]

Thank you for putting this out I live in Old Fort Nc . My town was hit hard flooding and high winds . My power just got restored yesterday after 10 days . Our phones were in sos mode for 5 days . Don’t think your going to depend on a spring for back up in a flood situation the water gets destroyed. Also take in to account for the water your livestock needs A am fm radio will keep you from loosing sanity . It took us 3 days to cut our way out .we burnt through about 3 gallons of mixed gas . We used about 2.5 gallons of gas a day in generator. Butane for a stove is a great need . The government totally failed the people of western Nc if it wasent for the compassion of donations and volunteers we would have been doomed. I saw our tiny community come together and over come WNC strong .

[@AshtonCoolman]

I really appreciate this video showing us how we can help. This is EXACTLY the kind of information that we need to share!

[@aceman1126]

I'm in Johnson city, tn which is the next town over from unicoi and erwin Tn and let me tell you, it's WAY worse than what you all have seen and heard online or on TV. I'm a radio operator and was on the air all last weekend and it was absolutely insane and heartbreaking the things going on. Thanks for getting the word out on this. I fear people will move on to the next latest thing in a few days and forget the people here that lost everything, and we all know this isn't getting fixed any time soon. Idk what will happen when it gets cold out... I can heard the helicopters day and night. Literally hear one right now. Crazy

[@Nikkioq]

Just like they did Lahaina in Hawaii. Some people tried their best to keep the tragedy afloat, but it got buried under all the 💩. 😞 so sad

[@Unknown-pc9yq]

Erwin is gone. They have no access to anything. I know that area well. I'm incredibly sad to see the good folks there and what they are going through. I haven't seen much besides fly over videos. How did Johnson city make out?

[@LindaGrigsby-rb9zi]

Praying for all. No, I won't forget! Please keep posting everywhere. Keep all informed. Prayers from Texas.

[@aceman1126]

@@Nikkioq exactly. Next week some stupid taylor swift or diddy bullsh*t will be "more important" or maybe some other country will ask for a few billion more bucks and get a blank check out of our pockets while OUR PEOPLE suffer and die... no one will care but us. That's why we take care of our own. Government be damned.

[@TheDr.Magnum]

Yeah man, Embreeville got wrecked, it is so sad

[@8RedBear5]

I live very close to this area and the stories I'm hearing are very concerning. From the impact it has had on local people, the slow response from emergency services, looters, "officials" stopping people with aid or the general lack of concern and empathy shown by our government.

[@sm-pj7id]

most looting and violence iv been hearing about been down in and around Asheville. around Saturday there was rumors bout cops stopping ppl going over the roan but it was clear by around sunday or monday when my brother in law made it over to get fuel in jc.

[@carriesykes7173]

Same. I am hearing the same things and too was very concerned why the national news isn’t covering this more with messages of places and websites to send aid.

[@direwolf6234]

what do you want .?. if you are writing here then you have power ..

[@8RedBear5]

@@direwolf6234 Yes, I have power and if the dam I live by holds I'll be fine. What I want is a government that is more concerned with the well being of its people than the funding of other nations. At the very least they should not be preventing people from helping their neighbors or fellow citizens.

[@KailzzTV]

Same. I’m hearing stories to. Some that could spark things off. Imma pray for everybody.

[@glefos3917]

I’m in upstate SC. Was without power for 6 days. Luckily no critical losses. 45 minutes north is devastated. There are small towns that are literally gone. Those that made it have no power or water. I’ve heard from residents that power is expected back around Thanksgiving.

[@ninchick96]

I live in Taylor's but spend about half my time in NC, it's been amazing to see how the community has come together and how many people are selflessly giving their time and resources to others in need.

[@MitchellSilvers]

Personally delivered supplies into Avery county. Consider tire plugs. Dangerous roads resulting in vehicle damage.

[@GeezerWheels]

Thanks LOADS! Couldn't agree more. Great suggestions for relief of our fellow countrymen and for personal protection. Tahnks for all you do.

[@lorchid23]

From a lifelong east Tennesseean, thank you so much for covering this and going over the needed items!! We are in dire straits in some areas and the MSM doesn’t care about people like us because we are mostly working class or working poor. Apparently our gov’t & media think we are disposable, and don’t matter at all.

[@cherryfresh6150]

We know for sure.

[@GreenBlueWalkthrough]

Floirda does though...

[@killiemon]

ditch that victim mentality, sorry you think it's the government's job to be your mommy

[@lorchid23]

@@killiemon - Something tells me you still live in your parents/grandparents spare bedroom/basement… Ya Big-Talking POOSWAH who’s never been stripped of everything you never worked for in your non-tax paying life.

[@lorchid23]

@@killiemon - Ironically, you need the sort of help that no government can possibly provide. Just get back onto the meds your parents/grandparents are paying for.

[@kc6671]

Might be the best video I’ve seen you make. Real time information from good sources and just down and dirty this is what is needed. Good job!

[@WalrusWinking]

Another thing is to make sure you lose weight and/or gain muscle while you can and have the resources and time to do so. Because in an emergency you won't have time to train.

[@kungfoochicken08]

@@leeinwisNot worth the reduced mobility. A pound of fat is only 4000 calories. Roughly the same number of calories as a pound of butter. Would you carry a pound of butter with you everywhere with you just in case shit hits the fan?

[@HatsuruHitoYT]

@@leeinwis Obviously he is referring to an obese physique. If you are 8% bodyfat you would be at an disadvantage, but there is no point in pointing out the obvious (excluding replying to comments such as yours).

[@wasntme3651]

@@leeinwis Only lazy people have that mind set.

[@fruitfarmfords8243]

​@@leeinwisnot if you are too fat to move your carcass to a safe spot.

[@bonnevillebagger9147]

@@kungfoochicken08shit, I bought a $400 bespoke bag to carry 2 lbs of butter everywhere I go.

[@Foster_-gx8sm]

Chainsaw Pants saved my leg today! Mistakes happen and I would never touch a saw without proper equipment. Especially under those extreme conditions

[@pookie1944]

I live in Swannanoa and it is absolutely devastated. I break down about once a day just thinking about how many of my neighbors lost their lives or the homes. So sad. And as others have said, i have not seen FEMA but I think one truck is here now, a week in and really no military. The true heros are the people helping people and the many first responders from all over the country. Thankful for their hard work and pray for their safety.

[@sawyer4981]

One of my co workers lives there, but higher up on a mountain. He is fortunate enough to have his power & internet back already. He's sent some videos of what's down below him. It's truly terrifying. Our government is absolutely failing these hurting citizens.

[@WindellGreen]

For God's sake. This is not "failure". On NeinLeven you let j-communists take over your country. They want Wyte Christians DEAD.

[@Ikehuffman]

Thank you for covering the story that’s happening here in North Carolina, it means a lot for you to be covering this and bringing the story to so many people. We really appreciate it.

[@falsefaces659]

Thanks for this video Cody. I live in Wilmington NC. I have friends and Family in the mix of this tragedy as I type this. It is bad. North Carolina needs the rest of the countrys help. Please pray!! I'm on my way Friday afternoon to take supplies and help. Thanks again for using your voice to raise awareness. God bless you and God bless America.

[@thystaff742]

They're going to need flashlights. No power, no lights.

[@pbundy6374]

Thank you for caring. Ive watched your videos for some time now. Really just got cell service and was able to watch your video. I live in wnc and it has been devastated. One thing to remember guys. No one is coming to save you. So its extremely critical to be self sufficient.

[@chrish8545]

I have the availability to load up tools and gear in early November to come help. Would I be useful at that time? Looking for how to best assist.

[@SR-gt350]

Thank you for the list, I've been fortunate to be watching your KZbin for the last 5-6 years on and off and have accumulated these items on your suggestions. Thanks again and God bless those who are in this unfortunate situation 🙏

[@mitchellbanks197]

I rescued my parents from the disaster zone last Saturday. I tried to get to many childhood friends, and there was no path to them. Roads and bridges washed away county-wide. From someone who has put off buying a lot of this equipment for a long time due to the cost, let me tell you that nothing is as expensive as being unprepared when the unthinkable hits.

[@zackzander425]

I’m in East TN about an hour away. I’m seeing convoys heading east every day. Tree companies, power companies, and search & rescue.

[@conradallen703]

Cody, you’re so right and it’s absolutely disgusting that we can send billions and billions of dollars to Ukraine to fight their war and we have no money no equipment no nothing for our own people. It’s crazy. It’s absolutely crazy. What are we doing people? Are we letting this get away with this????

[@TheRealChappy]

There's plenty of equipment that's been being moved in. Money has already been secured and more is available.

[@tomh648]

@@TheRealChappy - Bullshit. Been there, done that. When Ian hit SWFL, this Administration ensured that FEMA provided NO help for the first 2 weeks. The state/National Guard were on top of it, but absolutely no presence whatsoever from FEMA. And 2 weeks later they brought in MREs and water. At that time much of the water was back in service and the stores were back open. They aren’t in the business of helping American citizens, especially if they live in states that don’t vote for socialism. But this Administration is extremely motivated to providing help for Ukraine and illegal aliens.

[@bookerdewitt4811]

@@tomh648 Bullcrap, the governor himself said that the federal administration is doing their utmost with Biden personally calling him. It's a shitstorm, but they are there.

[@Python18]

@@tomh648so you’re complaining about not getting help from the government then complaining about socialism? You’re so close to getting it

[@direwolf6234]

we don't send money to ukraine .. we send older military equipment and ammo .. the replacement material is then made in USA by american workers ..

[@romangreer2607]

I greatly appreciate the kind words. I live in old fort nc and we got hit hard. Evan already has helped us down here and there are so many others. It’s far from over with but thank you for getting the word out.

[@chrish8545]

I have the availability to load up tools and gear in early November to come help. Would I be useful at that time? Looking for how to best assist.

[@romangreer2607]

@@chrish8545 I’m not sure to be honest cleanup in some places will take a very long time. My little town was almost completely destroyed. Only time will tell. We have had so many awesome people come in to help. And our local farmers and friends have helped. If there is one thing about us down here is we aren’t waiting for help we will do it ourselves if we have to.

[@chrish8545]

​@@romangreer2607 I'm so sorry for what y'all have had to go through. You have good people. Will do whatever I can to help.

[@missingremote4388]

The government money will fix the roads and bridges

[@chrish8545]

​@missingremote4388 "Please hold: your expected wait time is only 7-10 years."

[@motherofangels1710]

I ran into a young mother on Sunday that I mentioned the devastation on the east coast from the horrific hurricane & the biochem lab explosion in Georgia & Verizon having major outages & the east coast dock workers going on strike... and she had absolutely no clue what I was talking about! She said nothing came up on any of her social media feeds, or in between tv programs, and nobody in her immediate family knew either she was certain. She felt ill learning about everything that was happening and upset she was only learning of it week after it all started. What in the world is going on, how can anybody in our own country over the age of 12 be completely oblivious to what has & is happening. Very saddened about all of it including the shameful political use of all the suffering.

[@melodylyons4631]

Poor folks horrendous horrendous horrendous! Very eye opening and bringing many out of denial. Our gov??? Worse than imagined.

[@teeengelke7275]

God gave you a platform for times like this Cody. Continue to act accordingly. God bless 👍🏻

[@frankieoutside1523]

I work in retail in upstate SC. I spent the weekend selling out of generators & gas cans by flashlight all weekend. This week, we are selling out of everything Cody has mentioned. Bug spray, hygiene & sanitation supplies are what my people up there are asking for. I have deep ties to Chimney Rock / Hendersonville area. The good people are helping and there are ProHos guarding against looters. Every group needs to be armed to some extent. As Cody mentioned, do not advertise that you have a generator, lock it at a bare minimum, and guard yourself because people will get desperate. God Bless

[@2002dkallam]

Amen brother. The most simplest things are needed at this point in western NC, Georgia, and East Tennessee. A member of our local FD is trying to make it to his sister in law and is being refused due to not having re-entry papers. Great job Evan @radiomadeasy, your donation will not go unnoticed, and all people and resources that are contributing, I also saw where my local county Rockingham County swift water team was on site soon after the Weather allowed.

[@mjg3272]

Reentry papers?

[@2002dkallam]

@@mjg3272 yes papers stating you can enter an area after a disaster. I work for local cable company we get them after every storm that we are involved with

[@2002dkallam]

@@mjg3272 yes papers that you can enter an area after disaster (gov issued of course). I work for local cable company, we get them after every storm or disaster that we are involved with. The world we live in, for some reason, you have to prove you are there to help.

[@MrJcdizzle]

As a man who has lived in Asheville, NC for my entire life, I can say this is the worst thing I have ever seen happen here. Thank you for your video people need to spread the word on this more we need as much help as we can get! 🙏

[@jonham8469]

I've been a Wranglerstar for many years, and have posted several of your survival-related videos on my Facebook page recently to help folks in western NC. I live in NC and have about 200 "friends." I am very selective on who I accept as friends because I don't want a bunch of trolls, but, because I was in the media for 45 years, many of my friends are influential and serve to amplify my posts. I just posted this one, too. Keep up the good work.

[@Overcomehorizons]

I live in western North Carolina im very fortunate town i live in wasn't hit as hard as others around me. One of my coworker watched as his neighbors house was swept away in a mudslide. My parents used to call me crazy for prepping, but this woke them up and showed them that it pays to be prepared because at the end of the day, the government isn't going to save us. Thank you for covering this and big love and respect to you from Lenoir, North Carolina.

[@sf8334]

Bear at GrindStone is a stand up man, been watching him for years. Thanks for highlighting him in your video, they need all the help they can get

[@jacobmaine1777]

Thanks for posting Cody, I just moved from this area after spending my whole life there, and my heart is broken to see the devastation that's unfolded. I don't know much about Samaritan's Purse, but a lot of folks back home have been saying they've been helping a lot. God bless

[@2002dkallam]

A few people from my area are donating to Samaritans purse due to their presence during this horrific time in our state.

[@nilknoc101]

My church in mid-Michigan will be sending people in the coming weeks. I believe they will be going as Samaritans Purse members.

[@dylanmcfalls9069]

Thank you so much for this video. I live in western NC. And I have been so disgusted with the coverage and the complete failure of “our system”

[@andrewmills2136]

Thank you Cody for this video. As an ECM I realize it is up to us and our families and friends to band together to prepare the best we can for when disasters strike. I have kept and upgraded my prep supplies over the years and I appreciate your videos to experiment with different ideas on it. Thank you as well for mentioning Ukraine and Israel getting billions yet we citizens are forgotten. Good to see you up and around. Keep the faith.

[@Kendrix1]

So so true. Why do the politicians hate us as Americans so much? They commandeer our resources and income under the penalty of imprisonment by people carrying guns... Stay safe and strapped my friends. No one is coming to help you. You are on your own...

[@brandtonwebb4597]

I’ll admit I’ve watched for years and thought sometimes the things you said were a bit far off, now I’m in buncombe county nc and everything in this video is beyond true. Thank you Mr and Mrs.W

[@SecretSquirrelOffroad]

Thank you for this. I am in the Asheville area doing well. Going out to supply remote areas this weekend. People need to listen and actually hear what you are presenting. It could be anyone, anytime. Be ready and be ready to help.

[@adrianlouviere7650]

Bless you and yours. Thanks for trying to help these folks.

[@geico1975]

Yeah man it's been devastating for so many people around here. I'm in Boone, NC and probably a 2 hour radius of me some places are completely gone. I've been blessed and have only suffered no water a couple of days and the internet was out a couple days, our power went out a few hours is all, but further out in the County and beyond is just awful for a lot of folks. Another reason for dust pans and such is the 2 inches or more of mud that's in people's living rooms, bedrooms, kitchens, etc..., Keep us in your prayers, good video...

[@kde5fan737]

Do you have any idea how hard Weaverville (~7-9 mile N of Asheville) was hit? I know someone down there and haven't seem them online in over a week. It seems like it may be in the middle of the destruction...

[@paulthep0teat]

I live just across the NC border inside TN. You weren't kidding when you said our communities are having to help themselves. We have entire roads washed out and destroyed and trees down just about everywhere. Utilities are also hit and miss still. We've all been critical of the federal governments response so far. Thank you for bringing attention to the situation.

[@calebwolff5983]

We had some Lineman from SW Wisconsin head to TN last night.

[@paulthep0teat]

@@calebwolff5983 That's great news! The assistance is much needed.

[@ericblievernicht9610]

Thank you so much for publishing this! I have experience doing chainsaw disaster relief and hope to do so in the future (am missing out due to circumstances unfortunately in this situation). I'm literally taking notes and putting this all in a spreadsheet so I am equipped and ready to roll and be that much more helpful the next time a disaster hits.

[@alexthompson9403]

Thank you for spending the time to make this video and increase awareness. So many small towns are going unnoticed in the main stream. It’s going to take years before these areas can approach some version of stability.

[@forestmoon5020]

ONE OF THE BEST & USEFUL VIDEOS YOU HAVE MADE SO FAR! Thank you WranglerStar!

[@akshunexpress9369]

The HAM radios were a big help. Family and I were able to listen to the local public work guys working on the grid while we were out. I quote, "Okay Mikey, were all clear over here, flip it" and 15 seconds later the lights were on. Those guys are MVPs all day.

[@jamesstrickland5390]

Cody, thank you for highlighting what is needed here in NC. Please keep us updated from your sources. God bless you and your family.

[@johnhinson54]

@wranglestar thank you for putting this together. Great list of items. As an Asheville native (for many generations) this list is it. We’ve been using these tools for over a week cutting ourselves and our neighbors out. And let me be clear, FEMA, Governor Cooper, nor any government body has done even a FRACTION of what We The People have done. All of our help has been from friends, neighbors, family members, and local churches. Those who have waited on the government to safe them are still waiting. I hope this was a wake up call to those voting to give more power to the government rather than more power to the people and local churches. Strong men, who are good men and good neighbors can, and are, saving our towns. Thank you again for your great videos and information. You’re spot on as usual.

[@simplemanduke7128]

Thank you for your time and efforts in making these videos

[@gateway9848]

Last week, FEMA announced a nearly $9 billion shortfall for Hurricane Helene recovery efforts. On the same day, Israel announced it was receiving $8.7 billion in military funding from the United States.

[@randotemp7353]

You do realize that the military aid we give other countries isn’t cash, right? It’s old surplus equipment that we were never going to use as it’s outdated

[@benjaminbrenner745]

@@randotemp7353 In the case of Ukraine, absolutely. In the case of Israel, no. It's cash that, in turn, gets funneled to the military industrial complex for sparkling new weapons and equipment.

[@randotemp7353]

@@benjaminbrenner745 it’s mostly FMF program, so they’re required to buy US military equipment with the funding, or else no funding. So it’s the same as just giving surplus equipment, but more steps

[@edc1569]

@@randotemp7353Ukraine gets the old stuff and we’re very grateful for it, incredible value for the US as it gives you space to focus on China.

[@no-barknoonan8798]

If they failed on purpose, is it really a failure? They're not incompetent, they're just evil.

[@andybranz214]

It's evil.

[@jean-paulzanin-dd4gv]

Yeah wish trump was in office so he could throw paper towels at us Or bush so they could do nothing for months until waters receded

[@no-barknoonan8798]

@@jean-paulzanin-dd4gv lmao no kidding.

[@robertpina6767]

I truly believe that ! 🙏

[@silent1967]

​@@jean-paulzanin-dd4gvThat you kamilla, panties too tight ?

[@saltwaterlou]

I'm actually waiting to deploy with Team Rubicon as a Sawyer to the GA area. Teams have already been out there clearing roads for power and emergency personnel to get on scene!!

[@CincinnatiDan]

My buddy from Monroe NC is/was part of Team Rubicon. God bless you guys and your work.

[@PrairieFarmhand]

Americans helping Americans, beautiful

[@WonderfulTrees-kl6nv]

Thank you so much I live on the edge of the disaster zone and hoping to get up there and do whatever I can thanks again for bringing this to light it's a tragedy

[@Hackmo72]

I live in the piedmont of N.C.,my friends and neighbors have gone to help volunteer, the pictures and video they have brought back are something that one cannot put into words..

[@justinuriahphoto]

I’m in NC about two hours east of the area hit hardest. We went up the other day to help with water and cleanup. I took my scanner and 5 watt radios and was able to pick up chatter from people on their radios who are stuck in their homes. It’s literal chaos there right now. The stench and mold and bacteria. Wear knee high boots if you go with thick gloves.

[@JD150R]

Do not give anything to FEMA to distribute.

[@dongoble1792]

FEMA just recently reallocated over a billion dollars of funds to the illegal immigrants.

[@escapetherace1943]

you don't have to, they'll take it off you whether you want or not stopping people from helping or even leaving, wtf is going on

[@TashaOneal-l8h]

​@@escapetherace1943y'all so gullible

[@vickylynnfrench4146]

Donate to Samaritans Purse

[@BAMAJiPS]

We were heavily armed in our convoy yesterday and we were determined to not let FEMA touch us or dictate where our relief aid was going. We made it to our local church destination unmolested thankfully. FEMA is the enemy and getting in the way

[@Dylan-ff4vs]

As someone on the ground working with flood relief in Western North Carolina Evan's radios have really streamlined our efficiency. I can't believe I was not prepared with radios prior to this.

[@colson2110]

Thank you for doing this! I live in East TN that borders Boone NC and our county is devastated. I myself was prepared but so many has not been. our county has really came together to take care of one another,

[@dmccue6996]

Thank you for the great video! It's so sad to see what is happening to American citizens and the lack of help from our government.

[@camwinston5248]

​@@LuciferMorningstar-wk8qu IN JESUS NAME CHANGE YOUR WAYS .

[@dmccue6996]

@@LuciferMorningstar-wk8qu Biden waited a week before sending troops to the disaster areas. The government also threatens people who are flying supplies and help into the impacted areas. The list of federal government failures in this disaster is long and appalling. If you're unaware of these numerous failures then I would have to say you might want to rethink where you get your news.

[@FieroGTXX]

SouthCarolina here, subbed for years, thanks for covering this!! They forgot about us

[@calebroush8466]

I live in Creston NC in Ashe County beside Boone NC home to Appalachian State Uni. My community has had no water or power or phones since Friday people stranded or stuck at home due to the roads being gone or driveways washed away. The devastation that has happened here is insane I’ve lived here my whole life and we have never experienced anything like this

[@coalknob]

do you have food and water available?

[@coreys121]

Im in North Carolina where impacted, I can tell you a small solar system is enough to run a fridge all day when sunny. I have 10, 100 watt panels and 6 golf car batteries for a battery bank, a 2200 puresine wave 12v inverter. Its enough to run my full size fridge and charge devices with no issue. You will have to unplug the fridge at night.

[@chrisf572]

We’re in northwest NC, carbon monoxide detectors are also because we’re using a lot of camp stoves.

[@1966spyderco]

"The Federal Emergency Management Agency does not have enough funding to ride out the remainder of the hurricane season, Alejandro N. Mayorkas, the homeland security secretary, said on Wednesday."....... The Govt will always fail you. Prep up folks. Cody speaks the truth as always

[@stonevalleyozark475]

Yeah, but they just sent out $47 BILLION dollars to foreign countries. They couldn't care less about Americans! Has anyone seen an article about ANY foreign aid COMING into the USA from our "Allies"??? I will give credit to Canada for sending a convoy of line trucks and crews to NC, GA, FL. That's greatly appreciated!

[@ObsidianSeduction]

They got money for Ukraine though

[@tommangan7]

​​​@@ObsidianSeduction Look into why they don't have more funding, Republican house removed additional FEMA funding from a bill that would have provided much needed additional aid for this disaster. Instead they wont consider it till November now. Hopefully Biden's emergency funding request will go through quickly to provide further help.

[@donnywilkes6417]

They took the money from fema for their illegal voters plan. They say a billion dollars.

[@RV_Chef_Life]

Yet we send Billions to other countries!

[@onefastr6]

I’m in Hendersonville. The gov’t hasn’t helped us one bit. If it wasn’t for the people of this community we would’ve been in real trouble. 10 days of no power, water and crappy cell service. I despise our government. Unlimited funds for illegals but no money for citizens of this country. Shame.

[@CkeckThatYetithe2nd]

Me too!! On North rugby😅

[@99allthetime]

Get in contact with your local/state Active Club and any militias you might be able to find. They're out there doing all they can and are all prepper communities

[@anoniemoose]

I'm originally from Hendo, well, actually Tuxedo but I went to highschool in Hendo. I was truly devastated to find out how bad it was there. I'm praying for you all down there.

[@brianbell4491]

I was raised in Hendersonville I went to Hendersonville high. I'm currently down the mountain from you in Rutherford county. It's been a nightmare a complete desaster. This administration is absolutely disrespectful.

[@bij3714]

I’m in Augusta ga tmrw will be day 9 with out power the city is an absolute warzone so glad I watch you videos and prepared to protect myself!

[@joer5627]

We just loaded 2 trailers this morning at church. Mainly water, diapers, wipes, and feminine products. Disaster Relief team just returned from a week there. Gearing up for another trip next week.

[@jeffallen3598]

What about those pilots that were threatened with arrest who were rescuing people and doing supply drops? Not sure how wide spread that it but i know of a few cases.Then i hear, like Maui, the Gov is offering homeowners $750. This goes beyond incompetence, this has to be on purpose. People disappear and suddenly valuable properties become available to buy up.

[@bonnevillebagger9147]

Look up Jody Barr he did the original story and followed up with the couple.

[@keithrobicheux4749]

I live where Hurricane Florence hit in 2018, and I was impressed with how rapidly our government moved to help the citizens. I wonder what has changed since then...

[@TheRealChappy]

Nothing has changed. You can't do anything until the flooding recedes

[@keithrobicheux4749]

@@TheRealChappy the government response this time has not been as effective. More could be done. Our resources are going elsewhere.

[@DANNY91794]

They caused it that's why

[@CornThaddieusThy3rd]

*Cough* *Cough* Democrats *Cough*

[@thesayxx]

@@TheRealChappy Thats a load of BS. My country was hit with the biggest flood we had historically. The civil defence force went into action even before things went to shit. There was a couple of small towns cut off from and the Army, Police and rescue services were doing resupplies via helicopters. We had the entire Army mobilised to help the devastated areas within a day, using APC's to break trough to inaccessible areas. Now you mean to tell me a country which has the biggest air force in the world cant spare some 50 helicopters to evacuate and bring badly needed supplies to the people who are cut off? Not even that but arresting people who do that with their own helicopters with their own money and fuel.

[@jaystus]

My house got power back yesterday. I’m watching the helicopters go from South Carolina to North Carolina everyday.

[@TommyTomTompkins]

Do you know who said this? North Carolina c'mon and raise up, take your shirt off and spin it like a helicopter 🚁

[@jaystus]

@@TommyTomTompkins ?

[@TommyTomTompkins]

@@jaystus Petey Pablo. A rapper from N.C

[@jaystus]

@@TommyTomTompkins thanks

[@jaystus]

@@TommyTomTompkins you’re right, now we listened .

[@duval96b]

Well said!! I’m a license amateur radio operator and also an equipment operator with dump trailer, skid steer, located in greater knoxville TN area. It’s been tough to find legitimate organizations to support this effort.

[@standj21]

God bless you Cody thank you for being a good neighbor to us east coast mountain folk!

[@theDanK814]

After hurricane Sandy my friend has his generator running when he went to sleep, when he woke up the next morning he thought he could still hear it running but had no power, when checked his generator he only found his lawn mower running in it's place

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[@bigtrout]

I live in Henderson County NC, 3 miles from Chimney Rock. It’s bad, really bad. No shortage of fuel, but no electricity to pump gas. Thankfully we’re on high ground. Based on past natural events, and the stupidity of 2020, we decided to be prepared. I actually feel guilty for the comfort we are enjoying even without electricity while others are suffering. All from being prepared. Supplies are rolling in and available to those who can get to them but because of destruction to infrastructure, many are totally cut off. About the government… First kudos to the National Guard. They flew in tons of supplies with C-130’s and have flown choppers constantly to drop supplies and airlift people. Outside of that, most local government is mostly getting in the way. They’re trying to “Take charge” and control supplies, distribution, they’ve tried to order makeshift neighborhood shelters shut down. They’ve turned away supplies and tried to make private individuals who have spent their own funds to bring supplies, turn their supplies over to the county. Neighbors have pulled together, churches are feeding people and distributing supplies, cooking meals, private convoys are rolling in, there’s an army of power companies here from as far away as Nebraska and Ontario. Most of the rural mountain folks can handle a lot and they will pull together and could get things done if the government would get out of the way. (Southern) East coast man is tough & we’ll pull together and get through this. People, prepare. Have a months worth of non-perishable food, Coleman stove & fuel, stored water or means of getting water. Don’t rely on municipal water, most plants went down or were destroyed & those that did come back on line have boil advisories which is difficult without electricity. You MUST have water. And for goodness sakes get a generator. Mine is dual fuel meaning it will run on propane or gasoline. Batteries and lights..in multiples. Room lanterns, leds are bright and easy on batteries. Flashlights including small pocket penlights. Headlamps free up your hands. And yes, a good chainsaw and all necessities. Learn how to use it safely. USFS sometimes has training classes. The locals had most roads clears of trees out here in the country before the first county emergency vehicles even rolled out. It’s bad here, many are missing and many have lost everything. Many are still cut off and without any provisions. People have actually appealed for topo maps to fine alter ways in to place and are hiking in. They’ve even brought in mules to go in where even 4 wheelers can’t go. Cody isn’t exaggerating, they say this a Is a 1000 year event. We had several inches of rain immediately preceding this so stream and rivers were full and the ground was saturated. Then got 24-36”. Think about that, two - three feet of rain in steep mountain terrain in less than 24 hours. Any structure, road, or bridge in low lying areas was damaged, destroyed, or totally obliterated.

[@sarcasticcrypto]

Thank you for your reality based report on the situation. We live in colorado, we have sent $$, it's all we can do from here, A shame about the local gov strutting its feathers.

[@bigtrout]

@@sarcasticcrypto Most incidents I’ve heard of are just the occasional low level bureaucrat trying to throw his weight around. Overall local residents, churches and private individuals are getting it done. The power companies/linemen are awesome.

[@drizzie1226]

I live in McDowell county and it’s bad. Our government failed at all levels

[@TheBelrick]

They are actively preventing help from coming in. Remember, Govts are monopolies and do not tolerate competition. SO even if they weren't hostile they would still actively prevent private aid.

[@camwinston5248]

​@@TheBelrickyes that can happen..until the people decide to move them out of the way. This also starts at the local level.

[@jasondavis1502]

Are they out there issueing tickets like the punks that they are?

[@darlsbarkley3493]

I was in McDowell, watauga, Caldwell, and Burke counties on Wednesday when the storm was just starting and roads were already starting to wash away. The people in the rest of NC are doing everything we can to assist the people in the mountains and so far, the state government seems to mostly be getting in the way.

[@darlsbarkley3493]

​@@jasondavis1502they've been turning away shipments of supplies and allegedly threatening to arrest pilots who have been trying to assist with privately owned aircraft.

[@stephencarmichael5156]

I worked a part time job at a Hardware store in the NE that was a chainsaw repair and supply shop also. During COVID we saw a shortage of chain in the common sizes, so we bought chain on the rolls and made it to order custom for the loggers who were in need of chain. Most common issue with storm blow down trees is homeowners with little tree cutting skill going after trees with tension and binding the bar and chain making them useless.

[@gowcrazycraig]

Thank you for your time and your voice with this video. It will definitely help.

[@MrLandonL]

Amen Cody! You're exactly right!

[@toptornado23]

Gotta love this great government who has all our best interest in mind and puts the citizens first. Keep thinking the gov will be there to help when things get bad and see how that works out for you.

[@1960HikerDude]

We give billions to Ukraine and illegals. But, we can't help our own. It's absolutely infuriating.

[@redrustyhill2]

Go help then

[@Гранит-ь4х]

If this is infuriating you'll be surprised what comes next.

[@battlebob]

I guess an 18 billion dollar aid package to Florida is nothing these days.

[@littletree343]

You don’t see trump helping, Kamala and FEMA are trying to spread misinformation about them not helping. This is what tyranny does. Act accordingly

[@boxcutter0]

Ukraine is a reasonable expense, but much of our foreign aid is wasteful & corrupt, helping unfriendly slimy countries. We need to demand better of Gov with more accountability. Some Americans are gross short sighted trash, often the type that would cheer on the Kremlin or belittle Ukraine, or simply waste focus on knuckle dragging priorities, be bad neighbors... But fellow citizens should be priority by default.

[@Wade_NZ]

I'd also suggest getting a copy of the book "Where there is no Doctor". You can find PDF copies of it.

[@traveller9625]

I went through two hurricanes and two Nor'easter and I know you are your own for more time than you like. Being prepared is essential and taking the situation in your own hands until help arrives is imperative. I was much younger when I went through that. Now at 80 with health issues it freaks me out a bit, so make sure to love your neighbors, they are your only hope

[@stevenpeterson8444]

big yes on that gas generator being a target for looters. learned that firsthand after a tornado.

[@d3sol818]

We are hurting out here. Pray for us.

[@annsaunders5768]

Praying 🙏

[@treedoor]

To make matters worse, many residents in places like North Carolina and Georgia won't even get to vote to end this corrupt regime due to the flooding.

[@CckRchRsh]

The Biden regime is so corrupt while President he has taken in over $3 million from China, an undisclosed amount from Egypt, his son in law received $2 billion from Saudi Arabia, and his daughter secured the rights to sell merchandise in China (notoriously difficult to do.) Oh shht, my bad, it was Trump that did those things.

[@1980Baldeagle]

You know if this happened in California or New York they would delay the election. If Republicans say anything, the democrats will melt down.

[@andrewmills2136]

Exactly and the rep governor as well. They all need to go. Dems and Reps.

[@tommangan7]

Vote how you need but educate yourself on these issues first before you decide who is the corrupt regime impacting it. Republicans including in hurricane areas repeatedly vote to reduce FEMA funding. Last week Republicans removed additional FEMA funding from a bill, forcing Biden to put in an emergency request for additional disaster relief. Everything the governors requested has been approved so far, and 7000 troops were mobilized, many before the hurricane hit landfall. We should still do more but this is the most prepared natural disaster response in the 21st century.

[@noosphericaltarzan]

This is a catastrophe for Harris, though. I live in WNC. Asheville was a critical electorate for the democrats. It was a vital democratic voting bloc in a major swing state. Biden may have destroyed them.