Melt Down!!! Semi Truck Fire!! Driver Walks Away

[@Bobby-Love]

Mike is a knowledgeable and hard working man. He is your best employee and should be rewarded as such.

[@Samanthareneeheart1]

If I know this company the employees are treated very well and rewarded. If you do your job,, willing to learn & listen you will advance. Mike... is almost Ron's right hand when needed he's right there.

[@samn5362]

@@Samanthareneeheart1 it used to be talon before he took over in the shop.

[@daddyphatsax304]

I came to make the same comment. I think this job would have went twice as fast if it were just Ron and Mike there from the hop...just had too many cooks in the kitchen. Either way...the job got done and done safely. Thanks for sharing Ron...nice work as always!

[@judyfenske1429]

@@samn5362 I had thought Talon was to be groomed for taking over Ron's job. When he went to the shop, I thought he was asked to give up the dangerous part. Then I thought that Ray and Mike had a chance. Sooo......

[@judyfenske1429]

Ron, also.

[@kerryking608]

I love the courtesy shown to all during times of stress. Ron, your men have certainly learned a lot under your tutelage. Such an amazing job by all. By the way, loved seeing Ethan again. I'm praying for his success and protection while he's away at college.

[@helenschulte4510]

Oil e

[@iamReddington]

I love how Ron is the boss, but isn't bossy and always says please. Even in emergent situations, he might sound demanding, but you know safety is the only thing he's thinking of.

[@kathyleveck142]

Mike, Kenny, Ethan, almost had the whole crew ; these had worked together long enough so you did not need to check any of their rigging ----a mark of an excellent teacher Mr. Ron.

[@starlawilson4103]

Nasty mess....at least you had a good crew! Man...Kenny and Mike are go-getters!

[@jonathanbair523]

I love how PD, FD and Ron's crew all work together as a team and defer to the needed group to make the calls on what to do..... Nice to see the tow truck drive getting to call the shots and the city or county crews gladdly working with it....... Shows grate deal respect of all groups from cross training.

[@loosemoose9799]

I am always impressed by the cooperation of the various departments that work with Ron and his crew to help clear the scene. It's always a pleasure to watch Ron and his crew expertly solve the problems to get the job done.

[@robt2151]

Thanks for including the unloading bit at the end. I find it interesting too but I appreciate that you can't always do that. Compliments to the driver for getting the rig stopped on the shoulder before he had to bail out.

[@wandalbowen8101]

I watched until the end. Loved the happy smiles and wave, "Bye". Ron your are in your best element in the worst of situations.

[@troyconway8764]

Mike is such a good employee. Ron you are so polite and cool under the pressures you come up against!

[@chuckoboy952]

What an absolutely wonderful word.... PLEASE !!!

[@GMan-yv8cb]

So much for the "Quiet Night, hanging with the Boys !!" 🙄 That went from "pick-up a burned out truck with no tires" to "The all-night horror show on the Interstate!" GREAT, Professional Job! Thanks for taking us along!

[@samtheman983]

You have more patience working with that crew in the dark, tired, and stressed than I could ever have

[@messianichebrewshawnkawcak1550]

Having patience is important to maintaining good working relationships, and as a Christian. Having years of experience helps for sure.

[@animenut69]

getting stressed out does nothing but make a mountain out of a mole hill

[@SievertSchreiber]

That’s why Ron is the best! He keeps his calm and communicates/explains his actions clearly

[@johnhendren4156]

He and his team, weather it be his wife and son, Kenny, his daughter and Talon, Mike and everyone else know what it means to be family, and at the end of the day you can play all you want but when duty calls its time to get down to business and get the job done. that's what Midwest Towing is all about.

[@garymatheny3751]

You'll have to put a skid steer on your Christmas wish list

[@bennetts-revenge_2]

Wow I can't believe the driver walked away from that. Thank God he did. It was nice seeing Ethan before he left for college. Time goes by too fast. Hope y'all have a great day and God Bless

[@phillee2814]

The only time I ever saw one like that it was a turbo seal failure that caused a runaway engine, which was literally glowing before it disintegrated and melted into the road. If it was something similar there would be time for the driver to get out, no problem. People mostly get out of fires that aren't caused by a collision. Those are very unpleasant, and Ron does not show them out of respect for the families.

[@bushmaster2936]

Wow. Why can't you believe that the driver walked away from it ? It was a fire, not an accident. Was he supposed to stay inside of the cab and wait for someone to tell him that he could exit the vehicle?

[@livintheislandlife7561]

May God bless and protect the hardworking men out there on the highways risking their lives to keep the highways up and running at all times. Great job Ron! 💪👍

[@feliciascott6874]

Well that was a cooker! Probably able to see that fire from orbit. What a mess. Glad the driver walked away and am amazed that the trailer was not badly damaged. Good team work.

[@michellelogan6951]

You and Mike make a good team. I like seeing him work with you.

[@michaeljenner5628]

Great teamwork guys. Thank you for keeping me entertained during this difficult time. I'm recovering from spinal surgery.

[@ABrit-bt6ce]

Spines are good :) I hope it went well.

[@MikeBrown-ii3pt]

Feel better soon!

[@jamesburke5709]

Awesome job on this one now Ron high five to the crew too and keep up the great work now too I'll be waiting for the next one

[@chuckmorgan8437]

Hey Ron I really enjoy watching your videos of you and your whole crew my God bless your family and crew

[@fhuber7507]

Good boss, getting started while waiting for the crew.

[@simono.d9469]

Those headsets are a lifesaver! A great way to ensure everyone can stay in communication. Another job well done guys.

[@elizabethadams5699]

Good job as always. Driver walked away from that mess just amazes me. Someone was definitely looking out for that man.

[@rayshutsa6690]

Thank you Ron for another great video. This fire truck was a big mess. Great job on the recovery. All of you have a lot of respect for each other. It is good for the driver was able to get out alive. God bless everyone also a special thanks to you and the rest of the first responder's be safe and make it home to your families. 🙏🙏🙏🇨🇦

[@-ray-h]

Wow... Melted to the asphalt...! Quite a mess you and your team had to deal with there Ron... 😯 but as you've always shown and seeing this video, we knew in our minds that you all were up for the challenge...! It surely was good seeing everyone working together... Thank you for bringing this kind of service to us, who do not see this side of the business... And on the frequency that you do... Never the same thing twice... Glad the guy made it out of that disaster...! Sorry to hear that the other person did not make it in that other accident you provided the link to... Even thou this was a horrible accident that you all had to work with, you always make us feel better at the end Ron by showing us your smiling face 😁 and allowing us to see your dad and that awesome grandson of yours...!!! Nice to see he's getting started in the business early on in the arms with Great grandpa...! Nice to see and brings a smile to my face... Thanks Ron for taking the time to edit & share this video it is very much appreciated...!!!

[@tommorris5969]

Hey Ron what a team effort. Good job.

[@kimowen3604]

Nice to see so many of the crew together. Ethan looks great. He looks like he's about 6 inches taller than the last video I saw him in. I love how you are constantly teaching while working a job. God Bless

[@cherrydowns7745]

Wow! What a job! At night! Some of those cars went whizzing by, what were they thinking, oh wait, they weren't!!!

[@bethphillips7421]

Thank God he walked away. Awesome video as always. I do hope that you, your family, and employees have a safe a blessed weekend.

[@messianichebrewshawnkawcak1550]

It makes it so much better when the trailer doesn’t burn too, what a relief that had to be.

[@RonPratt]

Yes, it eased our burden quite a bit. We had one that burnt truck, trailer, and load a couple weeks after this job, but, unfortunately the driver of the incident did not survive. The cleanup was quite a massive undertaking. What is left of the truck and trailer are still in our yard waiting for us to take it to scrap. Thanks and God bless.

[@messianichebrewshawnkawcak1550]

@@RonPratt makes sense. Are the fires caused by electrical problems, overheated brakes or wheel bearings? Burn jobs are a nightmare. I ask for prayer as I am going in for pancreas surgery on the 25th.

[@RonPratt]

@@messianichebrewshawnkawcak1550 you most certainly have them my friend

[@messianichebrewshawnkawcak1550]

@@RonPratt thanks, they found the problem because of a fall I had in March, a blessing in disguise.

[@ericbrule4465]

Lately, alot of fires are caused by Regen cycles

[@SilentCougar]

Ron, I am sure you are surely proud of the team work you have instilled in all your crew. No second telling, No needing to recheck duties carried out, and ss for the improvise, adapt & overcome methods you use, they are spot on, yet keeping it all simple, safe and manageable. Well done all.

[@jeeper426]

thank god nobody was hurt in that burnout, i've got nothing but respect for you and your crew Ron, you are professional and courteous regardless of the situation, stay safe out there brother

[@luta46992]

Awesome job guys Thank you for all the clean up

[@tedmoss]

I once drove a firetruck, it's nice to see so many people using their heads starting with the driver.

[@susanowens6393]

All you guys did a great job cleaning up this mess.Ron your the best!

[@joshw1687]

First off you have a solid crew that is experienced. Nice work by everyone. And nice job by the fire department saving the trailer from ending up like the semi

[@electricjoel03]

Ron, you are a true professional and a great mentor. The world needs more people like yourself.

[@nobby145]

i love how these boys are not stressing around and also not running with their head under their arms, nice and calm, it can be dangerous with traffic going by. nice video and job Ron and Boys 😊

[@johnhurd6243]

Wonderful job as always. The compassion you show for others is amazing

[@jameslong7772]

Mike knows what he is doing .He knows what he is doing. He is a good man. He should get more money!

[@bobbybarwick2268]

Thank you for putting your videos above time thank you very much

[@slimwantedman6694]

Good morning from Southeast South Dakota

[@johndenison5245]

You and your team must have been knackered after that! I was, just watching you all..

[@vaughnbluejr5960]

There are times when nothing comes easy. This was one of those times but you & the crew gotter done!

[@janetpoludniak1938]

It amazes me that you have so much equipment and know exactly where everything is, all the parts to fix whatever needs fixing, and such a wealth of knowledge. You and your crew do a great job and keep things moving while doing it and stay safe too. Kudos to all the crew.

[@briantarr585]

Nice little bonus footage at the end

[@dianagoodrich7169]

A leader who patiently brings along a bevy of assistants -- even at the same crash -- is multiplying his effectiveness. That can be frustrating to some onlookers, but rewarding initiative and being patient to LEAD so many guys is the mark of a very good leader. __

[@JCZ2601NL]

🇳🇱Good tools and sufficient spare parts make good work possible and again a perfect video thanks and greetings from Roosendaal Netherlands.👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🍀

[@geraldheitman7687]

Ron you sure have one big team of professionals.....Great Job !!

[@jamesburke5709]

The best of the best is what I call it here too

[@glennb8397]

The head chef had alot of kitchen help on this job. 🚚 low help gets the cleanup and wash down and dry part. Everybody else got the meat and potato of the framework. Good Job all hands ✋

[@dcrelief]

thank you. i really enjoyed watching the end cap summary. what a mess.

[@peterthorpe7986]

Hey Ron. I was a volunteer fire fighter for 40 years for the Paoli Fire Co. Paoli PA. We covered 16 mi. on the PATPK . I saw a few burnouts so I enjoyed the video with a feeling of home. keep up the good work and stay safe.

[@kens.3729]

You’re Always Courteous and you always like to keep traffic Open and moving if safely possible.👍

[@freedomrider30]

Respectfully, Nat! Good luck with finding yourself. Ron, A+ vid!!! Mike is the man. Some men understand rigging and getting the job done and some do not and stand around with their hands in thier pockets talking to friends and not the job at hand!!! Unfortunate, but life is what it is. Mike for sure! Man getting the job done!!! Mike fan!!! 100%!!! Thank you Ron!!! 👍🏻👍🏻

[@HappilyHomicidalHooligan]

I can almost hear that conversation... Ron: Mike, we need some 55 Gal. trash drums. Mike: OK, how many? Ron: All of them...

[@timbowhite3215]

Good Morning My Good Big Bro Ron Pratt & God Bless You & All Of You're Whole Family & Staff

[@carsonwolff7814]

Funny to see that clean earth trailer still sitting there in the background. Especially after how tedious it was to clean up that wreck.

[@phillee2814]

At least they are equipped to handle the heavy irony!

[@RedneckCowboyFeller]

The "Not-So-Clean" Earth trailer, LOL. I had a grand chuckle at the insane irony when he uploaded that video.

[@peteouellette975]

It's a good thing you had all that help

[@bobbaker8263]

Excellent work by all on a horrific looking accident. Glad the driver was ok. You guys be safe out there.

[@jaycooper2812]

Looks like Ethan got one last time playing with dad's big Tonka toy before college.

[@phillipsmith3528]

Another great job by ron and his team. Great job Ron and Mike. You two make a good work team.

[@davidbreman2494]

Ron your no young man but you can still keep up with the best of them, I remember 35 years ago when I needed your services at the shop your wrecker service had grown alot since 35 years ago of course then your dad was running everything then since I see he's finally retired hope your dad is still in good health every time I watch your videos it brings back some good memories. The good Lord has watched over you many of times as you would say it stay save and look to see another video. Be Blessed

[@royordway9157]

It's good to see your dad playing Great Grand Dad in the videos. Is he the company babysitter? HA HA

[@clueless5843]

After supper my wife and I watch at least one KZbin vid you’ve put out. Very enjoyable and love your work ethic. All the best to you, your crew and family.

[@dmeyer-is5ln]

I Pray for all of you for your safety. Your job ranks with number one farming.

[@acemobile9806]

As the Neutral Drop guys would say, "SHE'S A GLOWAH FOLKS!" you & your crew definitely earned your asking price that night.

[@KPOPIVESTEVE]

Mike is a hardworker, Ron great employer. Great video !!

[@martiezcaffey7038]

Maybe that’s what Y’all should try to buy next A skid steer with forks and a bucket attachment forks for unloading all the trailer and a bucket to help clean up on jobs like that

[@starlawilson4103]

@@noahater5785 there are buckets with grapple attachments on them.

[@pathartsock9161]

I just recently started watching your video's. I am actually amazed at all that goes into the jobs you do. There has to be months if not years of training a person has to go through to do the work you do. I thank all of you who do this job and I pray for your safety as you do it. Thank you for showing us all of the skills you have.

[@ОлегАлексеев-ч7ф]

Отличная работа, Ron!👍 ОГРОМНЫЙ объем работы, состоящий из множества разных мелких действий и каждый знает, что надо делать.👍 У Вас ХОРОШАЯ КОМАНДА!!!🤗

[@raymondyoung3948]

Ron, communication is the key to get the job done right and no one will get hurt and God Bless you and your family and friends and keep up the great work

[@mikemawyer6142]

I suggest maybe investing in your own skid steer and maybe even a small single axle dump truck for such occasions as this. A popular motto is ... "Better to have it and not need it, than to need it and not have it!" Excellent work and video as always!

[@thatdave86]

Could sense the frustration,it's very hard to get others to think exactly as yourself , experience is something learned over time if there apptitude to recieve knowledge . I would have been on the broom sweeping it clear ready for the trailer . Hope you use these videos to train the guys of what is expected of them on site . Cheers

[@ms-mac521]

👍👍 a lot of love and patience are necessary. only the Lord can enable us to do so through His Holy Spirit.

[@messianichebrewshawnkawcak1550]

@@ms-mac521 exactly. The Holy Spirit gives strength.

[@SievertSchreiber]

It was mentioned in other videos but i agree with Ron using his videos as learning material for new guys.

[@bennettdickmann1602]

As always - I’m impressed. Anticipating what tools to have is a challenge. It amazes me that you either have exactly what you need or you create what you need. The motoring public doesn’t even realize how difficult and dangerous it is to work in tight, narrow spaces just to allow traffic flow. Many operators would have told the troopers that the entire roadway needed to be closed until the recovery was completed.

[@donniehauge9288]

You have EXTREME patience my friend!!

[@richardcline1337]

I am just amazed that the fire fighters were able to save the rear of the tractor frame, even the dual axles. Most of the time they are junk by the time the fire is out. And how often do you see the trailer almost as if there had been no fire. Great job by everybody! Even more, just happy the driver is okay.

[@chuckmoore1380]

another great video. Your entire crew works very well together under these stressful conditions.

[@Firecul]

I know it might not be your most important skill on paper but sir I envy your people skills with your staff. You are patient and respectful always. I hope they all realise how rare that is in a boss and I hope I can get even most of the way to that level.

[@divineintervention253]

Glad to see you Ethan.💜

[@SumterWrecker]

Mr Ron I dislike burnt rigs as well. Atleast it didn't get to the trailer. Thanks for sharing and stay safe

[@pamd.happykat8187]

what a job! very interesting video, Ron. You have a great crew, willing to get in there and do the work necessary to get the job done. My best wishes to Ethan as he starts his new venture and blessings to you and your family.

[@kenthetalkingpen2518]

Okay Ron you don't like burns but this long time subscriber found it very thrilling to say the least good job everyone on a difficult task 👍💯

[@anan0moose]

The tator seems to be very popular, everytime that you use it, you have a great turn out.

[@kamoonrathewolfgod9189]

That was one long, dirty job but somebody had to do it. Your team came through with flying colors. Always love watching your videos from the start to the finish.

[@gordonmckelvey1317]

Ron….every hookup you do has to perfect, safety first and you’re always checking on the where about of everybody helping. Keep up the great work. Love your videos

[@lindakight4572]

Great job!!! I love the way you all work as a team!!! Thank you to the State Highway Patrol!

[@anthonystike6034]

I thought of picking the whole thing as the first option. Then it actually would be easier to set it on the Trail-eze, than for Kenny to drag it up on the bed. It might be time to buy a skid steer. Even if you don't use it as often, you are not at the mercy of others.

[@fhuber7507]

A few ways it can be done. He's been doing this stuff for many years, so he has reasons for the choices he makes.

[@kenlew4945]

That's one heck of a mess to clean up. Gotta love that lovely burnt rubber/plastic smell. I've driven through smoke from car fires several times already.

[@arthurbiringer5676]

Another perfect recovery! Keep it up.

[@rcadd1ct]

At the end is the only time I have seen you walk with your back to the traffic after the trooper left. Keep up the good work training the future crew.

[@13BGunBunny]

Hi Ethan! Hi Mike! :-) Ron, that's a messy job for sure. I'm glad the driver is okay. Stay safe and God bless.

[@hirisk761]

oh yeah long video! lemme get the popcorn 🍿 😋

[@davemcgeehan8608]

Just discovered your Chanel and can’t let it go My god bless you and your Dad

[@jonathanlanglois2742]

You know, where I'm from, they say that the only peoples who don't change their mind are the crazy ones. Good on you to analyse and make change your plan based on what you see.

[@carlcook3297]

That’s surprising you don’t have one Because they come in handy on all different jobs. Great video.

[@susanmedlock4482]

I really like the pink hard hat. Breast Cancer Awareness. Love watching your channel. You all are so kind and professional.

[@kennethbrown5712]

And your crew couldn't ask for a better teacher thumbs up to you Ron stay up buddy love your videos very educational

[@daniele.woodhead1218]

Ron love seeing TEAM work y'all are amazing God bless y'all thanks for sharing . From Gaffney south Carolina viewer

[@BF-qt2wp]

Awesome video keep up with a great work and be safe out there 👍😀

[@joesellers6594]

Another awesome job Ron. Your a top hand. Its a pleasure to watch you guys work. I like the way you explain things to your crew. Be safe.