Rock Slide. Assessing the Damage.

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All the rain this past month has brought down some dangerous sized stones and has caused a lot of damage. This week we clean up all of the rocks from the rock slide, and work to prevent it from happening in the future.
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We are Heather, Bradey, Alexa and Chloe. We purchased an abandoned stone barn in the foothills of the Italian Alps and we are working together as a family to renovate and restore this old stone barn into our dream home.

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[@mohamedkaseem4917]

We are happy for you and your family.....love you and follow you from Lebanon 🇱🇧👍

[@JohnSmith-vy4lh]

Hi , this is your YT home right., so where do you really live?

[@jamebrooke894]

Thank God you all are alright! Time to put post in and build a low wall to retain those rocks. Seen this in Japan and Korea.

[@fernly2]

@@jamebrooke894 recently rocks rained down on a car wash in our Roanoke Valley town. I wish there had been a chain link fence or some other protection in place. The car wash was was completely destroyed destroyed. 😫

[@sarahrivera9020]

So glad that it was only a few problems

[@PedroRodriguez-pu8qy]

You need to put the fence higher closer to the rocks so they won’t get more speed coming down

[@knoluv_apparel6887]

Exactly, I would start with chicken wire weaving the trees where the rocks are at

[@floridastate4604]

I would never put my kids in that house sorry but thats the honest truth if there is a landslide its toast

[@floridastate4604]

good luck you can sleep in there when a load of 400 pound boulders come down , these types of propertys need developers with big money to build new homes and not cookie cut ......no disrespect but i would never live in there

[@andymccabe6712]

​@@floridastate4604you need to stop bring a drama queen......alarmist, fake jeopardy is unhelpful... Anyway.. a few rocks is all part of the 'lived experience' there... Calm down!!!

[@indusingh2013]

@@andymccabe6712 it takes one big rock to go through though.

[@mariadange06]

In a way the broken solar panel & roof tile is a blessing in disguise in that it drew your attention to securing the mountainside from falling rocks.

[@RaisingVoyagers]

That’s exactly how we are viewing it!

[@Shibalvr]

On Maui rather than remove the rocks they mesh them in. So when it rains and mudslides they slide within the wire mesh. Stay safe. Love your channel.

[@xscarletfields]

We do the same in Italy, I’m sicilian and I’ve seen it a lot

[@bekindfox]

@@xscarletfields and all through the Alps. 🙂

[@JackSalemiJr]

And in the Catskill Mountains along the highways as well

[@amyjones8114]

That makes sense. If one would remove the rocks, landslides seem more possible.

[@Shibalvr]

On Maui Island of course its all Basalt Lava rock we have to cut our highways through! Both coastal roads are closed often due to rockslides. The roads to Lahaina and Hana, use at your own risk. They are beautiful views though.

[@josephmalet777]

Greetings from California. As one that spent 50+ years in construction a chain link fence is very good idea. But do not just put it straight across. Build it as a "V" so that the rocks shed themselves to the sides and not trap them. Maybe consider one or two, one directly behind your home and one on the next tier up. Make sure that the supports for the fence are buried deep enough to hold. May the Lord continue to protect and bless you. Get good hep for this. The chain link fence is only as good as the supports.

[@cliveklg7739]

This, you don't just want to catch them but divert them around the building / property area.

[@garystewart6093]

Angle the falling rocks onto the neighbours

[@andreaandrea6716]

Fabulous advice! Bless you.

[@l.m.2404]

Where I live , the engineers use giant chain link curtains that are anchored to the ground to stop loose boulders from hitting road infrastructure once they break away from the mountainside. It doesn't prevent the fall of these rocks , the steel curtain causes a safe descent by slowing the speed and bouncing.

[@joanka34]

we can also direct loose boulders by making lines - sth like up-side-down Y shaped line that omit the house, a barrier made of stones. Or - covering the roof with soil/hiding the house underneath/ so the possible loose ground, stones or snow jump over the roof

[@csabo1725]

That would cost more than they paid for the house

[@craigcomparato9115]

I’ve seen chicken wire wrap anchored around large outcrop of stones like that. You see things like that near Highway in Pennsylvania and Tennessee

[@Noname-cn4ly]

STOP PULLING THOSE ROCKS OUT OF THE WALL……YOU WILL CAUSEA ROCK SLIDE….PUT A BREAK-FENCE UP IN FRONT OF IT!

[@ghydda]

​@@Noname-cn4ly Please, stop yelling.

[@renaebettenhausen3611]

You ARE moving forward. Mitigating the threat of the rock slides has to be done sooner than later. Prevention is well worth more than a pound of cure.

[@RaisingVoyagers]

Thank you 😊

[@lesliekwan6654]

You could try meshing in the rock stands. We use this method in India especially is the mountain areas most prone to landslides and earthquakes.

[@l.m.2404]

A similar method is used in Canada in the Rocky Mountains and along the Coastal Mountains. Giant chainlink mesh curtains.

[@l.m.2404]

@Murfles_McGee The curtain would lay against the rock face much higher up the mountainside way before they would come anywhere near the house levels.

[@Mydogpenny1970]

Be careful pulling out them rocks because others might come loose and cause you serious injury..

[@AT-ld7kg]

@Murfles_McGee yes the idea is good but it takes a lot of money, just to defend the area of ​​the house it would take thousands if not tens of thousands of €

[@deniseblackman5229]

So glad no one was hurt and there wasn’t too much damage.

[@BernadetteOntong]

Also, maybe steel mesh in front of the terraces as opposed to removing the rocks to avoid landsides. Leslie mentioned it

[@indaydaku]

If you continue to take the rocks out of their original position, the rainwater will loosen the soil, and it will have a domino effect on the rocks above them. You will have a bigger problem on your hand.

[@bennym1956]

HE's doing his own version of Dumb and Dumber....lolol

[@annburge291]

These are rather cruel comments. If you want them to leave the loose rocks, at least give some suggestions how to stabilise them in position. Perhaps digging a slight hole for them can help.

[@gingersutton8240]

It is certainly a massive & costly problem. I wish I had a solution. Knowing the family, he has already spoken t pros for suggestions. They Leave no stone unturned🙃

[@DoyuLoveMe]

Absolutely- i cringe with moving those rocks. Actually vines & green growth likevtrees are good & absorb the excess water. Removing those will certainly de- stabilize the bank more. Looks as tho there is a bank cut out from prior landslides & prone so... Reinforce the banks & secure the rocks using heavy duty construction materials to net the loose ones. Plant vines. Secure as advised by observers writing in. The house postion is very prone so that should be a high priority. Do not remove the plants nor the stones placed in walls. frightful indeed at this point.

[@mel3687]

These are already loose rocks. They should be removed for safety reasons. He needs groundcover to stabilize the soil and drainage to prevent rainwater from saturating the earth enough to cause a landslide. A couple retaining walls would be advisable as well but I think a drainage system is the most important.

[@akondofswat209]

Normally in Italy you are obliged to incorporate a reinforced concrete chain around the top of your wall plan when restoring property . Most of Italy is subject to seismic activity, especially the mountains !

[@francescapapa2317]

uckily no one was hurt!❤ For the moment to stabilize the crumbling rocks, instead of carrying them down you can dig small holes behind large trees or groups of small trees and put the stone there, this will prevent it from falling off the cliff. Please learn never to touch the rocks with your bare hands in the summer (especially from retaining walls and piles of rocks in the sun), in the area where you live it is full of vipers, teach even the girls not to do it, it's really dangerous! If it goes well, a biacco (italian harmless snake) comes out, but if it goes wrong and a viper bites you, then there are problems! Also find out which is the closest medical center that has the anti-viper serum, it is always good to know when you live in mountain areas, I hope it's never necessary, but it's always a good thing to know first.

[@bettyoliver2417]

I hope you really pay attention and heed this warning. I am in Ohio and snakes are not a big problem in town or an apartment. But there is a reason snakes are feared and looked down upon. The words "sneaky snake" come to mind. Please be watchful. I just found your channel about a month ago and really enjoy it. I am an 82 year old gma and have to live vicariously through your (and others) videos. Thank you for posting your adventures in life.

[@picholoup]

As far as viper bites are concerned, something like a sucction device is better than the serum. We used to have the serum, but a doctor told us to get this device, since it's as effective and does not have the side effects.

[@ruylangefilho466]

The most important is nobody injured! Maybe you can use some rocks and the material you removed from house floor and construct a barrier, we are with you guys!

[@MaggieG121]

So sorry about your solar panel getting damaged. Also, a good idea would be for you not to take rocks out of the centers of the terraced walls. That will cause degeneration of the walls. You might do as folks do in other mountainous areas and put up netting so that any rocks that fall will fall into the netting. Good luck with the process. Looking forward to your next videos.

[@doloresmackenzie9451]

It was good fortune that one rock causing limited damage presented a potentially dangerous situation. Thank you small rock :)

[@dorothyc7395]

I'm no expert but I would think those rocks are holding the mountain back and I don't think I'd be moving them without professional advise.

[@zeenaabdura5686]

How about grouting (or something like it) the stones together, fill up the spaces between stones to hold them in place. I wouldn't remove them.

[@sharonmassoni6867]

So happy everyone is safe. You're coping skills and plans to rectify all the issues that arise are very impressive! I absolutely love every one of your videos. ❤

[@jacquelinesmith1900]

In these crazy times, joining your family on your quest on this beautiful mountain is the perfect salve for the soul. I discovered your videos last night and could not stop watching. I am fascinated with the whole process of bringing the house and the surroundings back to life, and your family is charming as well. I think I am in it for the long haul. Good luck to you, and thanks for letting us come along on your journey.❤

[@Dr.Gunsmith]

The biggest rocks you can’t move could be supported up more with rebar and concrete or other rocks placed under them, this is what a farmer friend of mine did in a rocky location on his hillside farm.

[@Nojnasaam]

What a blessing that this problem raised it's head now rather than when you actually live there. Impressive to see you guys dealing with the issue right away! Safety above all, especially with the kids. Well done guys!

[@fiddler1252]

I found your wonderful vlog a week ago, and have been following your stone house reno since then. The loose stones on mountainside very serious. I'm glad there was minimal damage to the stone house and none of you were harmed. I immediately thought of the heavy mesh that is used in the mountainous coastal highways on the British Columbia coast of Canada. This mesh is installed right on top of the problematic rock to prevent rock damaging or destroying the highway and, God forbid, preventing loss of life. I hope you will explore this with an engineer as the Alps' highways must use technology for mountain containment. Be well. Take care. Happy Springtime in the Italian Alps.

[@Kath1813]

You guys are amazing! Keep up the wonderful work! The scenery is glorious! Love how you now appreciate the bees!

[@designstinamarshmallow9868]

You guys are so lucky nobody got hurt or killed! 😱😖 A stone falling so fast is so dangerous. The locals probably have some smart solutions, maybe you can ask your neighbors? Maybe plant a tree barrier between the rocks and your house? 🤔 Stay safe out there, guys! 💖

[@missglenellen]

So sorry for that cost intensive damage, you're so brave to tackle the worst of the rocks all by yourself.

[@JohnFoley-cw9vt]

Hello Eliane where are you from?

[@hugsypenguin1994]

I am so sorry to hear about your troubles. I am also glad that no one has been injured. Life is a risk ... BUT (warning: negativity inbound) ... Trying to live/shelter below an active rock fall may not be a risk anybody should undertake willingly? Other living/shelter options may be worth evaluating? Unless you have unlimited financial resources, consider a personal safety and financial risk re-assessment with this new information? Can these natural ballistic objects realistically be halted from endangering your beautiful family in the future?

[@kathykay6602]

Here in California specially Malibu they wrap the hillside with mesh type material and the sandbags that are supposed to slow down water also help secure the sliding rocks. You are doing the right thing inspecting the area and putting a link fence. For now! Good luck! We wish you the best!

[@herrrorschach590]

I live in Emilia, close to the places that went flooded by the rivers 'cause the excessive rain - the zone where I live has been flooded several years ago (for the same reason). We are used to solve these problem by ourselves, even BEFORE the goverment sends help - and so we did that time, just like this one. But as Italian, my heart is bleeding seeing the damage you had in your property, I'd like to come there to help you... Thank God there have been no injuries, walls and panels can always be fixed. You're gonna be fine, guys! 😘

[@TeeVeeZed123]

Some of your terraces need re levelling on the tops, the slopes are also enabling the rocks to travel more or less srtaight down.

[@Medal71]

In stone terraces, one solution is to tie the entire rock structure with a net. Basically, a net is placed in front of the rocks to keep them (ultimately you keep the rocks in place) in and then they gradually settle down with the vegetation. Here in Lazio in some hilly/mountainous areas this is done

[@kathleenheintz5373]

Good morning Here in canada in the rockies they place up netting. Mainly to prevent rock slides on the highways. A much cheaper expense. Love your channel.

[@karentan5563]

Wow!!! Raising Voyagers. Yes this is a wake up call. Urgently a strong barrier is needed to prevent future rocks from rolling down to your property. Yes good you need professional advice to construct a strong Barrier to prevent such incident, God bless. Thank God no one is injured. And the damage is minimal. So worried for you guys.

[@mustaphakammouss2204]

Hey Brady, the biggest rock u showed us on the top if the hill that Heather said it s not going anywhere, it’s only a matter of time, I suggest u plant some chestnut trees around to act as a natural brace for it. It a big tree to handle.

[@-SunVille-]

Be careful, it is not safe to put your hands between the rocks, especially if the terraces are exposed to the sun, there is the risk of being bitten by a viper.

[@connieprettyman6131]

I believe he is very intelligent, but has a lot to learn.

[@topandeneil]

You might also thread a chain-link fence through the existing trees at the top. Their trunks will be much more sturdy than posts.

[@ezlow1065]

Excellent Idea!

[@cindland]

What an excellent idea! Yes, for sure.

[@jacquelinekohn2082]

Colorado girl her, my ¢2, don’t use the trees. With that much rain their roots become unstable and can fall over just from strong windstorm. Adding fences and the tremendous weight of falling rocks would only make things worse. IMHO.

[@andreaandrea6716]

Great advice!!

[@louisetrimble3490]

Liz , Pedro and Deneil are on the right track. KISS principle. Contain the rocks with mess and use your trees as a barracade. And leave the loose stones until you have a bucket of mortar in hand! I actually am quite a good engineer.

[@geode_rocks]

Make your solar panels taller than where rocks will fall. It can even be a new shade cover area underneath to enjoy instead of taking up land space on ground

[@Reet64]

You are certainly not alone right now in that part of Italy in trying to stabilize the mountainside. Let’s hope these rains are an anomaly and that normal rainfall will reestablish next spring. But if the climate is on a new path ( likely) your fence will be a good safety measure. I live in an area in Canada with some sheer limestone cliffs and our municipality has to constantly remediate the normal erosion patterns. They have fencing and draping of strong netting to slow down and trap any rockfalls. Good luck!

[@tammyjarvis3699]

Kept seeing the rain in the news and wondering how it was affecting you guys up there! You guys amaze me with your determination and how you just cope with whatever the mountain throws at you! Well done!

[@Sunshine007Bo]

Maybe put a stake in front of that one boulder to secure it for now. ♥️

[@madhatter909]

so happy no one was hurt and not a lot of damage.

[@6109river]

Sorry to hear about your dilemma, when you look at places like Austria near railway lines, these structures are super heavy, the other thing is the further you go down to create the barrier fence the more speed these rocks will gain

[@hanneliewiese3477]

Feeling for you guys. Hang in there. Best of luck ... safety first for sure. God bless you guys.

[@thepeanutgallery1699]

What a Sisyphean task! I live on a daunting slope and have built some drystack walls tumbling boulders down the hill, but not like that!

[@camicri4263]

Oh wow, I am glad you are all okay! It's always something unexpected! Take care, be safe 🙏 Blessings 🙏💞

[@mazaik2]

Absolutely safety first! I understand how frustrating it must be for you but you've got this. Keep strong and keep safe.

[@jeannemorganelli-fs5se]

Thankful you are all safe. ❤

[@gerardconway4927]

Love the sound of the bells

[@isabelladavis1363]

I am instantly transported to my childhood with the ringing of the bells. …a melody that’s lives inside me growing up in Bavaria at the foothills of the mountains as a child …no matter where I was I always knew what time it was❤️life is slower and is enjoyed more especially with family and outdoors always a part of the daily lives…I moved to the swamps of GEORGIA and to say it was a culture shock would be an understatement…but I’ve learned there is beauty no matter where you go in the world some not quite as obvious as others…thank you for sharing your journey with us…blessings wished

[@anneliesjoss]

Yep, I used to be afraid of bees too. Nobody ever showed me when I was a child, how bees don’t hurt you, unless they really feel threatened. Now I don’t mind at all when a bee is close by, one even lands on me.

[@archaeologicaltimetraveler2337]

You will need a slate rip to remove the broken slate . The nails holding that broken slate are under the two slates immediately above the broken slate when the broken slate is removed it will expose the roofing lath . You need to nail a half inch wide and 6 inch or longer copper strap and into the exposed roofing lath . You can then slide a new slate up and fix it by bending the copper strap upwards over the end of the new slate . It is not possible to replace the nails without stripping the whole roof up to the ridge tiles and that is a major job. Or you can attempt to glue in the new slate so you cant see the copper strap. Professional Roofer Geoff

[@bettyoliver2417]

Thank you for sharing your professioal expertise with someone who obviously is going to need it. I just hope he reads it and heeds it.

[@andymccabe6712]

​@@bettyoliver2417you're very condescending, aren't you..... Lots of people know how to do basic roof repairs without years of professional experience... Me, for example....!

[@lindamesa5122]

Im so glad no one was hurt! The fence will definitely slow them down until u can figure out what to do! Pleas stay safe while trying to move those monster rocks!😮😮😮😮😮

[@deborahplumley8698]

Glad no one was hurt and sorry the solar panel was busted.

[@anngavey205]

We are so sorry. we are so proud of you!!!!!

[@crabbyresister9194]

Beautiful there even in the rain.

[@carolinaanthoness9428]

Looks pretty scary moving those bolder. Stay safe, and happy moving. ☀️🇦🇺

[@johngormley7516]

You have enough wood around, build a retaining wall reinforced strainers which will stop the rocks, just remove the ones that get caught. Build it on second tier and longer than the house check it every month, I'm sure as you can build a fence you can do this wall to protect your home.

[@mattyc195]

Stay positive and thanks for sharing.

[@dianeconnors6263]

Thank God that no one was injured and the house was safe. I pray no more rockslides happen❤

[@Siouxsi-Sioux]

Check your area for seismic activity. What is the areas history with earthquakes? Italy has very active fault zones, being on the side of a hill would distress me there.

[@mabeltaghoy6208]

Thanks god u were not injured...

[@robball67]

Glad you are all ok

[@edmundmiller70]

I grew up in the Muhoosic territory, just north of Mt. Washington N.H. I climbed in the Presidential range. I am very happy that I moved out here, midwest. You don't have big mountains and hills to climb everywhere here.

[@kathy6038]

My anxiety while watching y’all play jenga with that rock wall and seeing those boulders fly down the mountain I just can’t I’ll just brave the tornadoes we occasionally have here in Alabama

[@BDThomas]

You could build a large hugelkultur mound on contour along the slopes above the house, which would probably be able to break the momentum of the stones and stop them. Also perhaps drive stakes in along the stone walls and stretch chicken wire across to help hold them back.

[@monikacarless_wordwitch]

Ugh! I'm glad everyone is safe. You're doing a great job of making repairs

[@michaelwerner3430]

Saludos des Chiapas, México. You've got a lot of work ahead, but thank God it happened now where you can now mitigate the and repair things. Cuidense y bendiciones.

[@roberte5057]

Use a chain link fence at the rocks. Keep all the rocks in place and trees. The more you degrade the slope the more damage the property.

[@deniseireland6154]

Be safe! Idea! Put-up nets on each terrace! Blessings

[@ludovica8221]

You could probably use some cement to stabilize some of those rock formations in situ so they will be safe

[@mohamedkaseem4917]

U always have a great and brilliant idea.....u can fixed it.....🙏👍🇱🇧

[@now-you-know-it]

Lay stones against the trees to stop movement.

[@kayneal4872]

Could you attach some cattle panels to the trees along the tree line or to some metal fence post that would span the distance behind the house to help stop the rocks? Then plant some more trees to help hold the soil in place. The amount of work you are doing is staggering. The finished product will be awesome! Well done!

[@BasenjiAdventures]

Wow, so sorry that happened! I’m curious if you were aware of that danger before it happened?

[@ramblynrocketeer]

Stay safe!! Sending Aloha from Kauai, Hawaii 🏝️

[@wayneraspberry4111]

Modified zip line, used in moving red cedar shake blocks,( 24 inch long) down hills with a tire to stop at the base, and big staples in the end over the single , taught line ,check it out.

[@jessygregg8414]

I know in the US you can get guard rail post that are galvanized steel about 10ft long you can buy them used .you have a spot before the woods you could put them dig holes 4 ft deep concrete them leaving them 6 ft above ground you could space them 10 ft apart and put up 3 runs of guard rail up your post just enough to cover your house from the rocks .where you are they might not allow you to do that .They will hold the rock

[@annabelv.2400]

Props to you for setting up that temporary solution fencing !That was the emergency right move. However for the long term I would urge you to consult with an ingeneer and also set up anti corrosion disposals (all natural and actually simple enough to set up), please look ino it as I cannot post any links here without being erased.

[@karenv525]

Maybe you could build a small wall/barrier right at back across the width of the solar panels so it would give some protection with rocks coming down or slow them down at least.

[@rongeernaert1208]

Secure the hand winch with a sufficiently long steel wire and secure the sling and stone with a sling and then lower the winch while rotating.

[@chrisbronson5341]

I usually really enjoy watching other people Working , but understanding the dilemma You have , makes me feel a huge element of compassion , and wish I was next door to lend a hand . A suggestion would to be to , rather than a straight horizontal block to the house , construct the barrier at a 60° or 70° angle From a central point so the Inertia of the falling rock is channelled to either side of house . Gravity will play havoc with debris and water . You will need an equal or greater force to stop it , but you can mitigate and channel it . May the force be with you .

[@Marilyn1925]

Love following your lovely journey

[@AlrebeccaBarenboum]

really amazing!!!! You are doing fantastic jobs!

[@donnasauer5462]

Ditto on rock slides protected with wire mesh along our WA state roads in the mountains. Might be a good way to go.

[@ezlow1065]

I feel for you guys. It rained last year for months at a time and there were many landslides on steeper hills. We were cut off from the main town for many weeks due to massive slides. In one of the towns the water came up to the roofs and people were trapped, animals and people drowned it was so devastating. The town is still recovering a year or so later many businesses have been boarded up and houses abandoned. Water can be so destructive. All the best with mitigating this prob. Greetings from Aus 💖

[@Shuggysmama]

You could get some chicken wire and cover and stake them into the ground. It whan we've done here and been good for years. I admire all you are doing. AND I WATCH FAITHFULLY.😊❤

[@PedroRodriguez-pu8qy]

Put a net behind your house like a tennis net it will hold the rugs coming down you could put it in top more to the top. It’ll hold the rocks that will come down. That’s what I would do. God bless you your beautiful family.

[@2023Red]

We are really enjoying your transformation of the barn!

[@timkirkpatrick9155]

Make a catch fence 2 terraces above the house. Twice the house length and 4-6ft high out of heavy gauge welded field fencing or preferably chainlink. Run steel rope off the top of the fence uphill to metal anchor posts from the fence posts. When you move the rocks use nylon webbing to tie the rock then string rope to move it.

[@s0m3th1n6s177y]

Maybe stake a chainlink fence OVER the largest boulders, and then fracturing them into much smaller pieces and then the fence will prevent them from becoming dislodged and then you can remove as needed.

[@mikeduda3173]

Off topic. A great channel on rebuilding a stone house in Portugal and all the materials in great detail is a former UK couple. I believe they are in year two. Make Do Grow. All aspects covered. Best wishes and continued success

[@mariecreighton5222]

Ooh my my wonder how many times will this happen if I lived there I would move dangerously take photos show. Live this castle scary ? For the children. Blessings love you guys

[@pattymoroney6953]

I would seriously get a specialist to assess the risk of your house. The removal of all the huge stones inside of your home could have compromised that whole side of your portion of the mountain/hillside. Very dangerous to tamper with anything stone, especially something existing that long. I know you've worked hard, but please ask a professional.

[@lesliel1182]

Yeah it rains in the alps late spring, but then it stops and it's beautiful all summer, no more rain until maybe Nov.

[@lindabrooks8242]

Looks like you received a warning, and now you're taking action. Good on you! Day by day, and moment by moment.

[@djprophetinterview]

Heres an Idea for you You could build a V shaped wall behind your solar panels and house that would act as a deflector shield for any tumbling rocks in the future.

[@Grzzbear57]

I am glad also that no one was hurt or injured. I love watching your videos and the adventures that you and the girls are having. Please take care and do what is necessary to keep you all safe as I am sure that you will.

[@hhin]

Does removing the rocks leave the area more prone to landslides? Or is that not the way it works?

[@ishakhassan9359]

Wishing your family is always safe. Try using a heavy duty gunny sack to wrap around the rock, or can chisel it to make it smaller?

[@HappinessHouse]

Amazing job ❤

[@Bluuplanet]

Big rock up the mountain above your house: •Tie a long rope around it. •Tie the other end of the rope to a stake located laterally. •Give the rock a shove. It will tumble roughly in an arc to a point that is closer to, but no longer above your house.