Our Chaotic Visit to Sevierville Buc-ee's 4th of July Weekend / How Busy is Exit 407 / Bad Accident

[@bgood424]

You didn’t think the largest Bucees wouldn’t be busy on a holiday weekend? It’s crowded at any Bucees on a regular day 😂

[@catfish24]

Thats all they need around Pigion Forge is more traffic.

[@IrishLincoln]

Yeah, people just need to slow it down. Everybody is full throttle these days and there's no need to be. Another 15,000 cars a day (says TDOT) with most people pedal to the metal. It's nuts.

[@pamelabarbee2487]

You could have cut this video in half at least, if you would have edited out all the dead space where all you did was talk and give your "personal opinion". A 30 minute video that could have been edited to 15 minutes or less. If this content is what you kept, I wonder what was cut out. And it's not "our" opinions, it's only yours, Will. Dawn and Denise very rarely get the chance to say much of anything.

[@yankeeinthesouth]

We have to give our personal opinion or the comment section will drive us crazy ask us how we felt about everything

[@rogtif88]

As for the Officers that were there directing traffic they're off duty and being paid by Buc-cee's not tax payers just like the ones that work churches to allow members to get in and out at some locations.

[@ReaganThatcher]

Where did you get that info?? Bucees is designated as its own patrol zone right now with several on duty officers working there

[@rogtif88]

@@ReaganThatcher well that's the way we do it in Georgia when a business needs help with traffic they hire off duty officers and they are paid very well for their time, but it has to be approved by the department they work for first.

[@ReaganThatcher]

@@rogtif88 Ah, that makes sense. That is common here too but mostly businesses hire out county deputies it seems. These Sevierville city officers were on duty though and the city has several of them zoned for Bucees patrol and traffic management right now. Not sure how long that will last though

[@rogtif88]

@@ReaganThatcher apparently several of them were there actually working the stalled out tanker truck that was impeding the traffic while they were waiting to get it towed out of the way which was near this accident. Have you heard anything about what actually happened with the car did they hit the accelerator instead of the brakes?

[@CatholicFitness]

@@rogtif88 SPD does not get paid by Bucees directly, they get paid by the city and this was during their regular work hours

[@TylerSmith-jv9kk]

Almost died? Where

[@SierraJim]

The gas pump issue is selfish people park at the pumps and go inside

[@EAL2310]

They need old-fashioned gas pump attendants to move people along if they're going to do that.

[@BlushingAngels]

So glad you're all OK and that no one was killed! We also live in East TN, and we stay home on the holidays. It seems that there are too many tourists that don't know where they are and they aren't paying attention to their driving, looking around instead, and causing wrecks :( Thanks for the video! Prayers up for all involved too.

[@MelissaKY]

Thankful that all of you are ok. Traffic in Severierville/PF/Gat gives me the worst anxiety anymore. Nobody respects one another on the roads. It’s such a shame. I hope the people in the Lincoln were all ok, too. God bless y’all.

[@scottinvad2096]

Even though I've never met you guys, I think of you like friends. I am thankful that God was watching after you. I am SO glad that you guys are all ok. Prayers for the driver of the other car. Prayers for peace for all of you.

[@yankeeinthesouth]

Thank 😊 you

[@G5coat1]

I can picture the scenario...sitting in traffic with foot on brake. Reach around to grab something on the backseat. Foot slips off brake onto accelerator, a quick steering reaction into the median, and Waylon starts singing.... just a good old boys, never meanin no harm....🎶

[@destroyerj]

@19:20 What are you all freaking out about? I am glad you're okay, boys and girls, but this happens in Vegas every day. Your vehicle was not even close to being hit. Try driving in Chinatown Las Vegas on a Saturday. 🤪

[@Paul_1973]

8:35. Aye aye Captain? Show some respect Dawn.

[@sandramorgan2017]

Boy that accident was scary!!! Glad y'all our safe!

[@bigdaveschannelforthearthr6738]

I lived in Pigeon Forge a couple years back, and I hated days when it'd take 90 minutes to go the 6 miles to Gatlinburg!! I NEVER want to live in a tourist town again!! Never!! Glad you wernt scathed.

[@firefightermp22]

😂 best screams ever lol

[@deerslayer9point]

Thank the Lord for sparing everyone

[@kellymclellan9135]

I honestly don’t understand the Buccee’s phenomenon 🤷🏻‍♀️ And why did you drive away if the accident pushed your car? Were you involved or not?

[@VICSWEB1]

the lady in your back seat looks like aunt edna from chevy chase vacation movie.

[@deerslayer9point]

Jesus truly Saves!

[@planetfrontierland]

It’s a freaking gas station. Why are people so crazy about this. Glad you folks are OK but damn it’s a gas station. Enough already for the craziness.

[@maryannfournier5404]

I live 3 miles north of Exit 407 and we came on the 1st for gas. The most infuriating piece is the people who park at the gas pumps!!!!!

[@hondahaney6404]

What is so fascinating about a gas station anyway??

[@sharonscain7673]

God was taking care of you!

[@dianapearson1771]

AMEN!! God was watching over them all!! No one was hurt-- looks like a miracle!!

[@ODIN.S]

It was the end of the world!

[@Fultonfalcons86]

Best advice I can give anyone is know the back roads in and out of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge I drove that route for a number of years for Valley Produce it is the only way to bypass all of the traffic

[@brendareeves7367]

Thank you for giving God the credit for saving y'all and them also. Y'all are good people!!

[@Mrs.T932]

Changed my mind. Not coming there in September...nope😮😮😮

[@lorihartman6850]

Sevier County did not think this out very well, they open right before the 4th when there’s crazy amount of people in town to begin with, all they care about is the revenue it brings in never about the traffic and the issues that come with it

[@rah62]

Oh please - it's not Sevier County's decision when a business opens. There are people in town all summer long. You expect a business NOT to open when there are tourists in town? Jeez.

[@terryjones8360]

It wasn't Sevier County. They don't control when a business opens. It was Buc-ees, they were supposed to open in March or April and pushed it back to May, then June... they couldn't get the building and hiring/training done in time.

[@donaldlewis567]

What a video! The traffic yesterday was crazy because of the truck that was stuck. Trucks aren’t allowed at Bucees. They should no better. Been there three times so far and the traffic has been super easy. Plenty of parking spots and the store is awesome! You got unfortunate with your timing, go back again and it will be much better. They did a great job with the traffic management!

[@eleanormassaro5195]

It looked like a fuel tanker though, probably bringing gas to Buccees

[@BraxtonLamb-m5o]

No? Know

[@hillorisartin6129]

How do they get the fuel? That was a tanker.

[@cherokeelaketennessee7895]

I've lived in east Tennessee my whole life and I rarely go to that area anymore and that was because of the traffic before Buc-ee's. I can't even imagine what it's like now, will be using a different way in to Gatlinburg on the rare occasion we go. The state will have to make some serious changes here and almost need a 2nd exit just for that area. I'm sure they have plans for a lot more commercial development so it will just get worse and worse. Back in the mid to late 80s you could go up to Gatlinburg in the winter and park on the side of the street because the only people there were snow skiers, now it's packed 12 months a year. I really miss the Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge from those days. Really glad you guys are okay, that was crazy!!!

[@maryh1421]

I think Buccees is overrated. Its an experience to have one time but that is enough. They do have clean restrooms.

[@danielmenetrey6876]

You didn't expect it to be that busy? It's 4th of July weekend at a brand new Buc-ee's. I knew it would be packed.

[@teadams72]

I love Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg so much but they have let too much come into our area. It's so awful to get through traffic now.

[@ShesHereForTheMusic]

Gatlinburg reminds me of Orlando. We went there recently to the Aquarium and it took a while to navigate through the traffic , couldn’t find anywhere to park, had to walk a long ways to get up to the aquarium. The foot traffic was also heavy.

[@smokymountainman4964]

@ShesHereForTheMusic I agree! Before we learned the back roads, we were in Pigeon Forge one time and it took us 1 hour to go 1 mile on tbe Parway, and thatvwas years ago way before they have all that they have now.

[@StephenHays-uy6tc]

We noticed that coming off wears valley road onto the parkway or going from pigeon forge to Gatlinburg.What we usually do to avoid a lot of it is go on the road that parallels the parkway above where the islands is & you still have great views,some hotels & the leconte center

[@rosethompson1964]

​@@StephenHays-uy6tc Stop snitching. That's how locals get to & from work!

[@debraphillips8399]

I think all the moonshine businesses brought a lot of the overcrowding. 😢

[@gusnickles3672]

Life is short. We never know when it's our time, and that's why it's in our best interest to be ready to meet the Lord.

[@bobbybaldeagle702]

WHAT A ANSWER TO OUR PRAYERS!!!! WE ALL PRAY FOR GOD TO BLESS AND PROTECT YOU KIDS. WELL EVERYONE OUT HERE GOT TO SEE GOD'S HEDGE OF PROTECTION AROUND YOU KIDS!!!! AND WE WILL CONTINUE TO PRAY FOR Y'ALL IN JESUS NAME!!!! THANK YOU LORD GOD FOR PROTECTING THESE KIDS THAT WE LOVE AND WE KNOW YOU LOVE THEM MOST OF ALL... WE GIVE ALL PRAISE AND GLORY TO YOU LORD GOD ALMIGHTY IN JESUS NAME... BBE...

[@gregc7024]

What camera set-up do you use??

[@yankeeinthesouth]

on this one I use my Samsung S twenty two

[@vegasstoker9647]

Wow ! That was crazy. I can understand being shook up.

[@amycase7183]

Will and Dawn, just saw the accident on our local news WATE, here in Knoxville. So glad you all ok! It is so sad to me being 68 years old now and growing up when Sevierville, pigeon forge and Gatlinburg were small town perfect family oriented places to go where you could play in the river and enjoy a picnic your momma made out on a big flat rock! Made my peace years ago that was gone forever! Still living close by but won't go back! 😢

[@bretthong6137]

What do you expect when you go at busy times.

[@whatdidyousay2162]

You dont expect some jackass to gun it and almost kill people...i live here, and yes..we are well aware of traffic. Its the tourist that ruin it.

[@piedmontpengwing]

The person could had a medical condition or maybe they meant to brake but hit the gas pedal instead. Would like to know what was happening with the driver.

[@smkymtnguy33]

Six Flags over Gasoline

[@cindyglass5827]

... maybe the person had a stroke, psychotic episode, seizure, etc - you never know ~

[@yankeeinthesouth]

Amen

[@debgholson8166]

Full moon last night, that's part of the craziness. People are tired, fed-up, etc., with life at the moment so it's all about me-me-ME! I'm very glad to hear y'all are okay. It's terrifying when it's SOclose. I've had that happen before and the adrenaline has no where to go. I'm glad y'all pulled off somewhere safe to calm down. You HAVE to do that. All that said, I don't know how you and Dawn deal with the traffic that is PF and G'Burg these days. The last 5 years have changed SO much in terms of traffic -- it's never-ending in that area and it's not a fun place any more. PF used to be one of the most courteous areas, driving-wise. People would let you get out, turn, etc., now it's all about them getting to their destination. I'm so sorry.

[@toaster5666]

There was a wreck tonight right before you turn into Buc-ee's. Not sure how many involved, by time I got there all I saw was a crushed motorcycle. It will only get worse once the build the adventure park.

[@carlavision6143]

Will and Dawn, thank God that you both and Denise are still here and God was watching over y'all. I'm still in tears after watching your video. So glad everyone's okay. Sending y'all a big hug and lots of love.❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@yankeeinthesouth]

Thanks so much

[@carlavision6143]

@@yankeeinthesouth you're welcome!

[@stewartstrickland8304]

Great job will for helping calm the ladies down. I can imagine the emotions from everyone in the car but you did a wonderful job staying as calm as possible and getting yourself and the ladies out of the area.

[@sandib9152]

Wow that was scary. But yes God was with yall and protected yall. Thats why i tell my family the main thing we all need to be concerned with is that it is well with our soul and our relationship with Jesus. Hes the only way to heaven and i could not make it one day without Him. God bless yall and hope your nerves has calm down.

[@Jog120]

That's horrible hopefully those involved in the crash are ok. If you have faith will and dawn always pray before you drive away from your home I'm glad you three are safe ❤️

[@lorivalcaniant1876]

So thankful that you all are ok!

[@kristie7146]

After being hit by a drunk driver I pray for safety every day. People are crazy for sure, and you have no control over other peoples stupid decisions. And they were diving like that with a baby in the car too WOW !!! I thank God everyone is ok.

[@lorihartman6850]

I pray every single time I’m on a trip and honestly there’s been some close calls but luckily I’ve been safe

[@cindyglass5827]

@@kristie7146 OR - ... maybe the person had a stroke, psychotic episode, seizure, etc - you never know ~

[@synthartist69]

Glad you are okay. Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg are turning into nightmares. We typically go once a year from Arkansas but the traffic and huge crowds are starting to become overwhelming. It's hard to even find a good place to eat without waiting forever. Stay safe.

[@StephenHays-uy6tc]

Agreed,about the only best time to go is when kids are back in school & go during the week

[@lynnjefferson222]

My husband and I have been coming once a year on vacation but after watching various vloggers on KZbin, we're concerned it's going to become 'no fun' to go there before much longer. 😢

[@synthartist69]

@@StephenHays-uy6tc absolutely!

[@ReaganThatcher]

Yep, as others said, wait til the kids are back in school. Don’t come on holiday weekends either. It’s manageable during the week. Always good to go eat late lunch/early dinner around 2pm-3pm to avoid long waits

[@synthartist69]

@@ReaganThatcher I'm starting to think that kids no longer go to school. We visited Dollywood on a weekday last October. There were kids everywhere!

[@dianabinkowski3927]

I avoid that area like the plague.

[@anthonyharder1469]

You’re still here for a reason. God bless you guys

[@charlenekolera6868]

God was looking after you. Praise God!!

[@robinthomason930]

Thankful no one was hurt. Life can change in a heartbeat. My dad was killed in a car accident( not his fault). Life is precious.

[@donniehelmly4920]

Learn from us BOOMERS stay home on weekends and Holiday weekends. We do everything Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday except for family. Then it's anyday.

[@dolphinbear661]

Best Boomer advice I've heard in a while. Thanks and God bless

[@paulmedley1679]

I had no idea it would be so bad. Place to not go and I want to see it (local resident).

[@robinunderwood7695]

Who in the heck go on vacation and wait in a GOOFY LONG line to get in a gas station 😂😂

[@shareenj.2602]

Hi Will and Dawn. We live in Ohio and we're getting our first Buchee's in Huber Heights. We live in Springfield between Columbus and Dayton. Huber Heights is one of the otter towns of Dayton. Almost in our back yard. You were kind enough to tape when you did there so we all could see , but after this video I think we'll let ours thin out first. I'm so grateful the good Lord was with you that day. God bless.

[@smby65]

Glad everyone is safe, people go crazy at these events and leave their safe driving at home..it's sad people do this

[@jeffwert5336]

I was worried about Denise in the back seat , she's my friend

[@chade.7948]

Used to think Bucee’s were pretty cool but they’re an absolute pain in the butt. They’ve lost their appeal to me.

[@k-sarrajane7277]

Where’s your yellow wrangler?

[@yankeeinthesouth]

At home

[@k-sarrajane7277]

You know if you had pulled to a stop just a few feet back then you were, might have been a different outcome 🖤

[@mousewire8875]

Epic reaction priceless. A little overboard. Lol

[@georgeclinton3199]

Will should start a separate channel for Smokey Mountains traffic updates. Thumbs up so he can see.

[@shayneengeseth6131]

the angels were surrounding you and your car. I am so glad that you were not injured. God Bless.

[@yankeeinthesouth]

😇🤗👍

[@donnahagood1206]

Thankful that y’all are ok God was most definitely watching over y’all

[@smokymountainman4964]

He Sure was!

[@Paula-jl3wl]

Pray for everyone who was involved including the one who caused it because u never know what happened! Lord thank you for watching over each and every one of them! 😢

[@jrbowdree1]

R u sure you didn’t get clipped? How scary! Glad you’re okay.

[@yankeeinthesouth]

it was close I felt the car move I believe that was just from the energy of the vehicle flying by our vehicle

[@laurarose8140]

So glad you are all safe. It was scary to watch. You definitely had an angel looking over you guys. You are so right life is short. Love the ones you as much and good as you can and hold them close and tight because you never know when you won't be able to do it again. So glad you are all ok.

[@laurarose8140]

Meant to say love the ones you love as much as you can

[@DamianMesser]

We found ourselves in your video. We were making it hard to keep up in the Round Up buying a pound of brisket, starting around 16:49. We knew we had to be there the same time as you when we saw your video on the news. That was a crazy trip to Buc-Ee's.

[@cm7548]

I'm sorry, but people are so stupid to ALL want to go to that particular gas station. I just don't get it! Sure, I want to go one day, but not this bad. I'm glad you all are ok. I just don't get the attraction to it. 🤔 That whole area up there has gotten too crowded and out of hand for me. Money pit and tourist traps. The Smokey's are NOT what they used to be.

[@timandtammytime]

So thankful y'all are okay!

[@roneddy815]

We stay home on major holidays. Glad you are OK.

[@b.abrackus6403]

Me too... l enjoy watching these videos...but obviously Bucees is not for me for another 20 years..when the hype wears off

[@bluebutterfly841]

Thanking God HE watched over you. 🙏 ALL ❤ y’all may God give you peace , rest in HIM tonight.

[@donnagormannewell5225]

So glad that you folks are OK. God had His hand of protection on you. Commenters should not be criticizing the other driver without having the facts. He/she could very well have suffered a heart attack or seizure. At least the driver had the where with all to head for the medium strip, instead of into the rear of your car. Again, relieved that you are OK.

[@hattiem.7966]

The guy did hit the gray car across from Will and Dawn.I hope the driver is ok.

[@cajunlady4893]

I agree I was with my husband when he was driving and instantly died of a major heart attack. I didn't even know he died until the car started speeding very fast. I kept saying stop stop but he wasn't stopping So i turn towards him to say what are you doing??? He always go the speed limit. That is when I saw he was dead. His head turned towards me with his eyes open. The heart attack cause him to press the pedal to the floor. Going full speed... I met an angel that day. So glad Will and family were protected by an angel too.

[@yankeeinthesouth]

Very true our first reactions were what was wrong with that guy then you start to wonder was there a medical issue or a mechanical issue, but the good thing is the drivers thinking to getting that median slow down say the lives of many folks that day

[@mr.patrickaloysiusbartholo4727]

Dawn I only thought you wear sunglasses at night?

[@dhigdon0629]

WOW !! I can’t imagine how scary that was. So Thankful God was with y’all and everyone else around yall

[@dianac5764]

Here's what I do. Every time I get in my car, i pray to the Holy Spirit to protect me and everyone around me. i o

[@dianac5764]

I pray thanks when i arrive at my destination. I pray for protection on my way home. I pray thanks when I arrive home. I see more crazy drivers than ever before these days. Be safe.

[@yankeeinthesouth]

Thank you for sharing 😊

[@ritamcnabb5924]

So very glad you guys are ok! I think the best thing to do is wait about 6 months to visit that Bucee's & kinda let the new wear off & maybe traffic won't be as bad. Stay safe💕

[@lakewoodil]

My thought exactly. People just gotta.........

[@pameladulany1457]

Praise God for His protection of everyone. Life is soo precious. ❤

[@bonnieoverholts5461]

God was definetly with you for that car to not hit you. I didn't get so lucky in front of my house. I was stopped waiting for cars to pass so I could turn in and got hit from behind by a car doing 50mph. It sent me across traffic and up in the front yard to my neighbors house,going between a tree and telephone pole. It was scarey,my seat back had broken so I was just bouncing around praying I didn't come out from the lap part of my seat belt. I'm so glad everyone is alright!!!! Looks like people need to steer clear of Bucees until the newness runs it's course. Love and prayers. Until your next video❤❤

[@truth4004]

Its boring when everyone reviews the brisket and banana pudding. They have so much more.

[@CaseyJolliffe12]

Oh my God that was so scary to watch but I'm so glad you, Dawn & Denise are ok 💗

[@susanboatman7913]

People don't know how to drive.

[@CaseyJolliffe12]

@@susanboatman7913 I wonder if he had a medical emergency like Will said. I don't know

[@yankeeinthesouth]

I would definitely say it was a mechanical or medical doesn't make sense in that short distance to pick up that much speed also the two right lanes on the opposite side of us were empty

[@CaseyJolliffe12]

@@yankeeinthesouth I saw that they were. I'm glad everyone is ok 🙂

[@TruckEnthusiastYT]

Holy crap I was not expecting a car to go flying. I can’t imagine what the people in the car felt especially the gray car who got hit because they had their windows rolled down and there was someone in a backseat Glad y’all are okay, I bet that was nerve racking. I remember the time I was on my way home from school and a semi truck came within inches of hitting us. It was very scary. God was watching over you

[@michellelacy6384]

OMG!! That was so Scary - Thank God you all were not hurt!! Sending BIG HUGS WOW

[@SierraJim]

Independence Day holiday weekend. July 4th is just when it is, not what the holiday is

[@scottgeyer4812]

On a lighter note...I said the other day...no gas station needs 200 pumps....apparently I was wrong.

[@christiereneaa]

So sorry you went through that, glad you’re all okay though. It really does shake you up, I remember leaving the hospital with my daughter and this was after she had just had surgery. Someone ran a red light and hit us I was so scared after I didn’t want to drive. It’s like you trust your own driving and actions but everyone else’s action around you is so stressful. Take care.

[@terryjones8360]

Wow! Glad you guys are okay! I was also wondering how he got up to that speed as it seems traffic was stop and go. I did notice his emergency flashers were on. No way to know if he'd turned them on trying to get through traffic or if they came on automatically when the air bags deployed. The video is great, but if you only want to see the accident, click on the time stamp HERE: 19:15...

[@smokymountainman4964]

How scary!! So thankful that you are safe. Thank the Lord for His Protection of you all. We love you guys. So glad you are ok. I can't imagine how scary that would have been. Praying for you.

[@danielsmith-ze3wy]

Oh no sorry

[@sassyfrass4295]

Those large rocks in the median saved your lives and those of others! how scary!! Thank God you are ok.

[@yankeeinthesouth]

Yes I believe those rocks did help slow that vehicle down

[@AnthonysMisadventures]

Wow! Glad y'all are okay! That was crazy!

[@oldsoulkaty]

I’m SO happy everyone was ok. Especially you three. 😭😭 That situation could’ve been so much worse but God was right there with you guys. Thank you Lord. ❤️🙌🏻

[@simply3444]

Also I know y’all are pretty still shaken up a bit, but if you don’t mind me asking, what’s tomorrow’s video gonna be about? Also y’all will do a livestream tomorrow night as well, right?

[@caroltumey6800]

I am thankful that God protected all of you!!

[@dianapearson1771]

I remember there was some controversy over the exiting and the way those roads were going to be built before that store was ever built!! So, now we know. We're supposed to visit in November. We will not be going to that store or that area!!!

[@bradking5267]

OMG of that vehicle that got up to a rate of speed, what happened I wonder, ooh woo wow oh wow, So so scary, I wonder if his foot was so heavy on that gas pedal, good thing no one was hurt or killed, that part, that's crazy, good job getting outta there safely

[@TENNESSEETORNADO]

Also no gas pumps because people are inside shopping. NOT WORTH IT AT ALL

[@SmokeyMountainDreamer]

Oh My God, I'm so glad yall are alright. That was scary watching it. God definitely protected you. Please be careful. We love you ❤️

[@lizpunzalan5823]

Oh my heart was pumping so fast After I saw that car fly over/ past you. Your angels were really watching over you and them. I oiled be shaking after that. Good job Will holding it together and getting out there safely.