Nashville Tennessee Flood 2010

[@parrottrekcody]

My husband and I were in Nashville this last week. It is one of our favorite cities in the country, and we travel alot! We stayed for a few extra days and helped volunteer with Hands On Nashville. Words cannot express how this wonderful community has pulled together and helped each other out. You all should be SOOO proud of yourselves and being Nashvillians!

[@Melodeebibeau]

My son and I called Nashville home for 6 years. The people of Nashville are wonderful, very caring and many of my friends still live there. Thanks for making this video!

[@thomwells]

We are from Tullahoma and are in Colorado visiting our son. The news gave us no idea of the vastness of the damage. Thank you so much for this video and we are proud of our Nashville community for your honor, braveness, and sense of family. You lead the nation in realizing hope, courage, and dignity in the face of tragedy. Thank you, Thom and Ouarda Wells

[@matrixeye]

I'm just blown away. I'm a BMI writer and spend a lot of time in Nashville. I was just at the Opryland Hotel in March, and to see the pictures and videos of where I was just standing literally leaves me speechless. Nashville is a special place, with special people. God bless you all and we will continue to keep you in our prayers.

[@hydnsek]

Thank you for this. As a native Nashvillian now living in Seattle, I have been following this from afar, and this is an excellent, and heart-wrenching, presentation of the magnitude of the disaster.

[@TriciaAgnew]

I was the security dispatcher for the Opry Mills Mall, beginning at 2:11, and this video has me in tears. Some of the best folks on earth worked there. The people of Tennessee are incredible. They are hard-working, honest and friendly. What more could you ask? My prayers are with them.

[@flucheaux]

Thanks Misti for posting this video. It encapsulates the spirit of our community. You are doing a great job of getting the word out to the rest of the country. I am proud to be a citizen of this great city!

[@LeeModesitt]

My family and I went through a flood here in Kansas about three years ago. It didn't do as much damage to our total area, but we had water to our roof at our house and lost a lot of stuff that has sentimental value. We felt the same way you feel now. I will pray for you folks, and I wish you all the best in recovery. Your message on this video is what America is all about, rolling up the sleeves and dealing with life as it comes. I wish you all the best, God bless you all.

[@kimbrococo]

I have never been more proud to be a Nashvillian. People loving and helping each other, people going out of their way to help, giving and sharing-how amazing!

[@TedHoganNashvilleWeb]

Thank you for expressing so well what many of us who live here are feeling. I am grateful for dry clothing, and dishes without mud in them, and for the safety of my neighbors and the spirit of this wonderful place. To those who say this story has been on the national news, I would only say that the flooding rains started Saturday morning, but the national media didn't really report the story until Wednesday. I have lived in Nashville for 20 years -- there are simply no words for this ....

[@AdamKhoury]

no media coverage is right... I live in NC right next door and this is the first I heard about it. Brave souls... I wish you guys the best.

[@deb512]

I live in Cedar Rapids Iowa, and 2 yrs ago we were feeling your pain.. our heartfelt prayers are with you. You will make it through and you will continue on, and you will be stronger than you ever thought you could be.

[@TnT5022]

Thank you so much for sharing. The first days of May 2010 will never be forgotten.

[@Tammie3984]

I am from Nashville and this is only a brief look at what a lot of us went thru. Thanks for the post.

[@wolfmedia12]

It's hard to believe it's been a year already. This is a beautiful video.

[@IAmGigi247]

Thank you ... Nashville is "home" for me ... Living on the outskirts of what I've found to be the Greatest Big Little City in the Nation ... I have lived coast to coast ... and I feel "home" now ... I was raised just south of here .. and as a little girl, it thrilled us to "Get to go to Nashville" ..... I am shocked .... and in awe of what I've seen in the past few days ... And I dont think I've ever been so proud to "be" a Nashvillian! ..

[@golfgranny58]

Amazing video. My heart breaks for everyone who lost in this flood, whether it was a loved one, home, business, or pet. God Bless you all.

[@Valicore]

I appreciate this form of journalism, I did not see nearly as much coverage about this as I would have expected on the national cable news networks, and I actually had to go looking for information on it. I wish all of you that have been affected by this comfort and blessings.

[@jbandrews88]

This was the most emotional day I have lived in 21 years of my life! It was a shock to everyone... I am so thankful that I live in this wonderful state where everyone comes together as a big family to help one another! Nashville will rebuild, even if it takes weeks, months, or even years. Thanks everyone from all over for the comments... keep Nashville in your thoughts and prayers!

[@texasmom131]

My prayers are with the people of Nashville. You people have shown an extraordinary amount of courage. My 16 year old daughter is going on a mission trip to Westmoreland, TN in July. They had planned to spend the last day in Nashville shopping.

[@dlbrewer18]

I was born and raised in Knoxville, Tennessee. My sister has been affected by these flood waters and by the grace of God, here and her family are alive and doing as well as expected! I now live in Austin, Texas, but my heart is always in Tennessee! God Bless you guys and I know, Nashville will be back, because Tennessee has the best people in the world!!!!!

[@gr8tmakeup]

Until you have lived thru this, don't judge, you all are in our prayers! Thanks for sharing with the world....

[@kargajamezfilms]

THIS IS BY FAR THE BEST VIDEO OF THE 2010 MAYDAY FLOOD YET!! WE ARE TENNESSEE!!-- The Great Volunteer State and we take care of our own!! I am so proud of you Middle Tennessee!!!! And I am so proud and honored to be a member of this great community!!!

[@pellykate]

Excellent job, ExpressionsByMisti. I teared up a little as I watched this. Yes, I am heartbroken for the great losses experienced by so many and to see such damage to places I have always known and loved, and yes, I feel it is an injustice to receive so little attention from the media, but I am just so incredibly proud of the unity, resiliency and efficiency I have personally witnessed from day to day this past week. We can take care of ourselves and each other. Damn right, we're Nashville.

[@desperatehousecats]

Thank you for sharing! I am so sorry for everyone's losses. I visited Nashville several times years ago and what a wonderful city. My prayers are with you all in your recovery.

[@hjcrow]

Simply unbelievable. Praying for the people in Nashville. You are an amazing example to us all!

[@mtmroberts]

Thank you very much for posting this, ExpressionsByMisti, you are correct, I don't think many of us truly understood/understand the gravity of Tennessee's situation. We are and will continue to lift your fine state up in prayer. Thank you so much (again) for posting this, I am sending this right back out.

[@michelleflynn33]

You did such an awesome job with this video and the comments from Section303. I loved your song choice also. Yes, we are Nashville and we will survive this disaster. If nothing shows us how strong our state is in the way of communities then this disaster should have. I am proud to be a Tennessean.

[@bettyd1954]

Thank You for sharing this video..I was born & raised in Nashville, never seen anything like it! But the love & generosity is overwhelming here...This video shows more than any other on YT..I cannot get over the cruel remarks people are making, good descent people have lost loved ones & everything they own!!! When you say mean & cruel things it shows that your nothing more than a sorry excuse of a human being. God Bless Tennessee!

[@sarahjoycewilson]

This is an amazing video. God bless you all! Your behavior in light of this unimaginable tragedy will hopefully teach others the meaning of grace under pressure.

[@Preteranimus]

That's my city-our city. Much love. I appreciate all the kind comments.

[@goverjkg]

Misti, I know there have been more "heart-felt" videos, but this is by far the best vid that really tells the story. Thank you.

[@codecherry57]

Love, love, love Nashville... Thanks to all for your positive comments and well wishes.

[@noelle6230]

Thanks so much for posting this! As a Nashville native living in Florida , I have had a difficult time following the story. [Thankfully the local TV stations in Tennessee have kept plenty off news and video posted on their websites.] Really glad to see that Anderson Cooper is picking up the story, hopefully others will follow. It's so heartbreaking to see the images but so heartwarming to see the communities coming together in the recovery. It truly makes me proud to be from Tennessee!

[@Presentyouth]

Nashville, you are an inspiration. God Bless you and here's to a quick recovery. You set an example of what this country can be.

[@2calista6]

I am PROUD to say I live in Nashville! there were people HELPING people! I know families that lost it all, but we came together to help them LIVE through this!

[@49yelram91]

I live about 5 minutes from downtown, and I am student. The flood happened the day before we had state tests, and we got out of school for a week. we only had about 4 inches in our basement, so we were considered lucky. I have classmates who lost everything. The week we were out of school, my school, Glencliff High, went out and helped tremendously. It was amazing at how much the flood affected EVERYONE I know. It's hard to see the city i call home be damaged so severely.

[@skydeb]

As a Tennessean who lives in England I was saddened to see this, and send my prayers to all who are dealing with the massive cleanup. This video was beautifully put together and I thank you for sharing. God Bless.

[@sunpassions]

I'm really sorry to hear this. If it weren't for this video I would have no idea. It was on the main page of youtube. I lived in Nashville for a short time and my grandparents & mother just moved from there after living there for about 10 years. I love how your video is very optimistic! Keep up the strength & we pray for quick recovery!

[@driver49]

Whoever you are, EbM, thank you for so eloquently capturing what has been going on here this past week. I've posted this to my Facebook page and so far the feedback is very positive. And than you, SoYM, for your graceless pretension that larger numbers make any tragedy worse than another. GFY, indeed.

[@tsutiger70]

Thank you for this video. I am heartbroken about the loss of life and the massive damage to my hometown. Love you Nashville.

[@dwisnby]

Thank you ExpressionsByMisti for documenting and sharing this with us!

[@mammasan303]

This is the very first I have heard of the flood. My heart goes out to all who had to endure this disaster. My prayers are with you all. And.... my heart swells with pride that you have handled this event so admirably. God bless America.

[@jaggir10]

I've seen a lot of videos but this is by far my favorite coverage of the flood...

[@paulalovell1]

This is inspirational. Both comforting and painful to watch. Thank you. Paula

[@Sharana17]

As we approach two weeks since the flood, I found this amazing video that gives a wide view of what happened. Nashville has pulled together to help one another and that is a proud site to see!!!

[@dvcraig1101]

The is the BEST! It sums up many of my thoughts over the past few days. Thanks for putting together such an accurate account of the Nashville community!

[@gasman47lg]

I feel so sorry for the people of Nashville. we went thru the same thing here in Iowa in 2008. you are all in our prayers and may GOD BLESS YOU.

[@RippIemagne]

Wow. This is very powerful. Thank you for sharing this.

[@BritishdebsMI]

I live in Chattanooga and 2 months ago I visited Nashville and almost all the places I visited are now flooded, it's so very sad that there has not been a whole lot of coverage about it. I know with the Tennessee spirit you will bounce back bigger and better than ever. Wishing you all the best and can't wait to come back to the beautiful city.

[@reddaj]

I was just here with my sisters in early March and this saddens me so much. I am not surprised that the lovely local residents pitched in together and took care of themselves.

[@ashrafikramzai]

Our thoughts and prayers are with you & May God Bless you & folks down there during this difficult time.

[@thejesters1975]

Loved the music and video,thank you for sharing this with us.

[@strikjes]

I had no idea of this flood being so catastrophic! I am so sorry for the people of Nashville who have lost so very much. I will pray for them and hope that everything will be back to normal soon. Thank you for showing this video.

[@movement26]

We the folks in England send to you the people of Nashville are sincere condolences. We ourselves have suffered from severe floods in recent years.

[@Brother2DaNite]

That Target is right beside my place, this was a terrible event, but the love and unity that followed is a blessing, thank God!

[@angelsattendus]

God bless Nashville and all the citizens who help themselves and their neighbors through these hard times.

[@zoot234]

Mississippi is proud of y'all! We held our own in Katrina as well! Thank you for this video! It needs to be seen!

[@bootsiegail]

I just want to thank you for this video. I have a friend that lives in Nashville and I didn't realize that it was this bad until she posted it. You did a great job and just so you will know I didn't at all think you were trying to compare this loss to another. Maybe in the sense that we didn't have much media on it. I couldn't even imagined it to be so bad. Great job.

[@thenameisdaniel]

I'm prouder than ever to be from Tennessee right now. The folks in Nashville and the surrounding areas have maintained the highest standards of class and integrity throughout this disaster. Much love and respect, A Chattanoogan

[@adfaughn]

The post by Patten Fuqua perfectly sums up what is going on here in Nashville. Section 303 is a hockey blog, but Fuqua turned the attention to the disaster, reminding us all that we are doing this as people of Nashville. I've only lived here 2 years, but "We Are Nashville." Thanks for the well-done video.

[@CDStoner]

Best wishes from the UK- Shocking this hasn't got the news coverage it deserves.

[@jreid8231]

Words cannot describe the losses. Just looking at the pics of residents picking through what's left of their houses is haunting. Thoughts and prayers are with you all.

[@darredip]

my name is darreon and i go to mlk magnet in nashville i want to thank who ever helped or gave sypothy to us in the flood many lost home n jobs in this sitiation so please bless n pray overthem thank u all very much

[@springindigo]

Great Video!! Thanks so much for posting! My Mom lives in Tennessee, and I was shocked that we didn't hear much about it on the news!!! ~Peace~

[@willyr9]

Wonderful! And you couldn't have picked a better song. Makes me proud to be a Nashvillian.

[@jasonzelda]

Well done video ! I live here in Nashville and I have never seen flooding like this in my life. The TV/cable news media ignored us for the most-part. I thank Jesus for talk Radio for telling the rest of the world what was happening to us here since the TV/cable news didnt feel we were important enough. But we will rebuild, we will restore and we will write a song about it, BECAUSE WE ARE TENNESSEE..we are strong.

[@landlogger]

From Canada...... my heart breaks when I see this. Hoping your back to normal soon. Have heart, many prayers are with you,

[@JosephSpurgeonMinistries]

prayers are going out to nashville. Its also good to see a community handling their business

[@munk237]

that picture of the inside of the Ryman brings me to tears. I have been in there so many times.

[@Jazzmyn3909]

I have a friend, who has a sister, that lost everything she had. She now has another place to live and is getting on with life but is now suffering health problems due to the flooding. The flood waters were a chemical stew, and that exposure has now put her in the emergency room several times since the flooding.

[@Hockeyrivs2]

God Bless you Music City from the hockey community in Illinois. You deserve better help than you received.

[@themelinda]

Thank you for being the America I remember. I'm crying as I watch the video, not so much for what you have survived, as horrible as it obviously has been, but because this is the America which made me proud of being free. Now, when America seems so divided and at odds with the principles of self reliance and independence which once defined us as a people, you have given this American reason to hope it is not too late to stand up tall against all the floods which face us. Bless you!

[@LEDRavecom]

Thanks for posting this! I used to live in Hendersonville (on Saundersville Road, btw) until 2006 when a tornado erased all nine buildings from my place. I got no help from FEMA, United Way, no help from the County nor the City, nor from the numerous local fundraisers for storm victims. A disaster has much greater impact and has longer recovery than people realize. Once you're off the news, people think you're OK. Nothing could be further from the truth!

[@cindymills7]

I have lived in Nashville and loved it since 1981, but NEVER have I been so PROUD of my city and my neighbors as I have been during and throughout this crisis. Well done Middle Tennessee!!!

[@linkin622]

thx for posting this vid....thoughts and prayers to the good folks up in Tenn.

[@bettieboop1953]

Thank you so much for posting this video.

[@fayesroad2success]

My heart goes out to the people of Nashville. My daughter works there & previously lived there. I know what lovely people live there & I know how generous, caring wonderful people live there & my heart goes out to ("The Beautiful Nashville People!)

[@jnet54]

We are working around the clock at our local landfill to accommodate these victims. The stories we're hearing are heartbreaking. An elderly resident just down the road from here drowned trying to make sure his neighbors were okay. This video brings a reminder of why we're here doing what we're doing. God bless all of these people. We are here for you. May your lives recover and your faith be stronger.

[@jewilli43]

From the upper cumberland, stay strong and don't let this get you down. Oh yea to all the people viewing Tennessee is the best place on earth,along with most of the people.

[@FearlessChik09]

I live in Alabama but i love Nashville soooo much! I love the town and the music that comes out of it and this just breaks my heart! my prayers go with the people of Nashville and especially to those who have lost loved ones God Bless!

[@susandink]

As someone from the NYC area I can tell you it did not get that much coverage here. GREAT video! I've been reposting it on my FB page so my friends in the Northeast can know what really happen.

[@usmcsniper92]

Living in Middle TN its actually really amazing to see how all of us arent thinking to negativly about the situation. Everyone is staying optomistic and the clean-up process is going pretty quickly.

[@wateratz]

Good on you Misti.....well done. We did a showing on the big screen in our town pub last night, and donations have been made to Red Cross for Nashville. Craig Meads New Zealand

[@alexnelson09]

Nashville rules. Everyone's doing a great job, thanks to everybody who has been helping us out!

[@Shad0wSquirrel]

this music is the only thing that keeps me from crying when I watch this video

[@Mysmichelle69]

GREAT video you really captured the event here!!! Thanks

[@MNSJR]

Great video. Nashville is a class act the entire nation should follow. I have family in Middle Tenn and travel often to Tennessee's natural parks and areas. Our thoughts and prayers are with Nashville.

[@nashvillebigshot]

excellent video. we handled this disaster better than most ever could. Like you said no crime sprees,looting, or general breakdown of society. i spent eight hours on a boat sunday night pulling people out of a flooded neighborhood by Opry Mills. The sad thing is many of these families dont have flood insurance. But we will get through it. They dont call us the volunteer state for nothing

[@bapanana1]

Great video! Our prayers are with you

[@TinkerBabi3]

thanks for the video. i spent four years in the nashville area and still consider it my home. I now live in atlanta and we got barely any news coverage of this. i had no idea it was at all this bad. i don't even think the news gave it 15 minutes. maybe 5 down here..

[@rkgtactical]

The people of Nashville should be proud of how they handled this tragic flood. My hat is off to you!

[@suezn5]

You are right. You didn't get the attention you rightly deserve. I hope everyone in the US sees this. You are setting an example. What tough, proud people you are. Best of luck with the clean up and recovery. Keep the videos coming. The media isn't interested in any stories without violence.

[@rimmerproductions]

Wow chilling. Thanks so much for posting this. I live in Murfreesboro and was stuck in my house for two days--but I didnt know the full extent of the damage....

[@AmericanEagleFoundation]

Amazing, uplifting video. People helping people. Good Samaritans all!

[@hgruben]

God bless the good people of Nashville. THIS story deserves a national piece on 60 Minutes or Oprah Winfrey. The incredible devastation and the fact that you've taken care of it on your own is a testament to the character of Music City. Keep on keeping on. My thoughts and prayers are with you.

[@babydublin01]

My heart is breaking because of this nashville is such a beautiful city.I was there if Fan Fair in 2001 and i loved it there. My thoughts and prayeres go out to all those affected by the flooods.

[@EyeamEJ]

Know what its like to go through something like this. Had 10 feet of water in my home after Katrina. I'm hoping to find a group that's heading up there to help. I'm sure there is many people that need help cleaning out their homes. Just remember to keep faith and move forward.

[@delt459]

I would just like to say that I could not be more proud to live in the great city of Nashville, TN. I could not be more happy in how well this city handled this great tragedy. We all pitched in and helped each other...I love it. WE ARE NASHVILLE!!!!!!

[@whiterodneyking]

First time in Nashville was a week befor this flood. I'm from Canada and I was heartbroken. The city, the people were awesome, loved it. Will be back!!!! you will be bigger and better!!!!