Update on Biltmore Village, Asheville flooding: Devastating damage in aftermath of Helene

[@Brian2ndAmendment]

I fit 4 dogs into my escape along with myself and my essentials... Currently in contact with each their people, all these good doggies will be reunited in a day or two

[@ConnieGogo]

I Absolutely Love You 🧡 ThankYou

[@lindaadelwerth8042]

@Brian2ndAmendment. GOD BLESS YOU! Not many People would of Gave a Damn. Thank you!

[@montanaminck2226]

THANK YOU

[@ry-land-]

Great job! My friend rescued a dog during the storm here in Georgia. No collar but microchipped and the owner got her. There are good people in this world!

[@rowyourboat5361]

I doubt they can take their animals at this point.

[@paulvelasquez6943]

My wife and I spent part of our honeymoon at the builtmore 42 years ago and have visited often over the years. We had a trip planned to go there for Christmas this year for our 43rd anniversary. We are so sad this has happened to the people of Ashville and all other people and areas devastated by this hurricane. I pray for no further loss of life and for restoration. God, please help all of these families.

[@Sonofspam64]

Thanks for the back story. So, the tragedy here is that you have to change your plans for your 43rd anniversary right?

[@dorothybarrett1853]

@@Sonofspam64 shame on you.

[@loyevangelists]

@@Sonofspam64 Didn't you read the entirety of their comment? They said that they were sad that this happened to the people of Ashville

[@dwjoseph59]

​@@loyevangeliststhank you

[@chriswiley5184]

@@dorothybarrett1853 exactly!

[@pinschrunner]

Who else LOVES these silent videos without the narcissistic narrators and no music? 💖💖💖💖

[@rejeannedube4226]

Me

[@wwjccsd]

Some narration is fine especially if it’s an update of the situation, because it’s hard to find that sort of thing.

[@EllanaTs]

I don’t know if “love” is the correct word to use here. I’d rather there be no destruction and no need for such videos. 😢

[@aob4214]

It almost seems disrespectful to speak in such devastation it seems almost sacrilege. You have to succumb to the sadness and the silence. You don’t want a commentator constantly babbling describing what is already in front of you.

[@ttb1513]

True, but many would find it informative to know where these shots are from.

[@Lauramagic18]

I just moved to Atlanta from Asheville. This is the best coverage of this horrible flood I have seen. You are very brave. I am just sick to my stomach for all my precious friends. The sight of these familiar places leaves me so sad and horrified. Speachless.

[@tinashawsmart7678]

Thank you for showing this video. It breaks my heart to see such 😢 devastation. I pray for many and hope many people are found alive within the missing. Stay strong, NC.

[@LadyAtoli]

Ye thoughts and prayers and drill baby drill..amirite?

[@chriswiley5184]

@@LadyAtolithat’s not appropriate for this thread or video. This is a natural disaster with people suffering. Smh!

[@Sonofspam64]

@@chriswiley5184 Yes, it was so inappropriate that I think he has a good chance if he runs for President under the MAGA banner.

[@Greymannn]

​@@Sonofspam64 You might want to stop sniffing paint.

[@Greymannn]

​@@LadyAtoli 😂Your sooooo funny...............in your own twisted mind.

[@ew7512]

I'm on the coast of NC. NEVER did I imagine the west of this state would look like that. It's unreal.

[@OstaraDawn]

Right there with you!!!

[@roger5322]

This is Biltmore village which is right outside the gates to the historic Biltmore house. This place is pron to flooding so in bad times it gets the worse of the worst. Some places are worse off than others. It depends on how much rain you got. The average is about 15 inches. Others got between 10 and 30 inches.

[@setyourmindfreenow]

I'm on the coast too. I thought for certain that we'd get hit the worst. I'm praying for the victims of this horrible disaster.

[@evl457]

@@roger5322 i had no idea. I just thought "It's a mountain town: it'll be OK."

[@pandoralowery4525]

I feel heartbroken. I love the North Carolina mountains. My favorite towns are flooded. Prayers for everyone.

[@patrickwilder6492]

It’s hard to believe that last week everything was normal. How quickly life can change.😢

[@crand20033]

Can you imagine having a home there and being surrounded by mud? Wow.

[@weytogoman]

If it's still there​@@crand20033

[@stevencurrie1540]

Joe sucks ice cream , Kamala laughs

[@AngelaGegen]

Thanks for making this silent and no dramatic music. Pictures worth a thousand words.

[@Patricia-168]

You can see by the landscape just how beautiful this area must have been. Green and lush. I am so sorry for everyone that has been affected. Prayers 🙏🏻 for you all!!

[@melissakalloway1916]

The devastation is beyond comprehension. We get sad when a local thunderstorm brings down a tree or two, or breaks off a few branches. But this is sorrow, and shock and grief at a level too deep for words.

[@BlingtingSam]

Humans keep destroying every natural thing. Nature is fighting back and nature will always win in the end coz humans came from nature; not the other way round 😅..

[@gregsimmons694]

God bless you. Jesus saves sinners!

[@roadmaster720]

same here with me. i am shocked to see this destruction as a former asheville,nc native of 42 yrs now living in another deep south state. for 11 and one half years after my retirement. we have tornados here, trees ,and buildings get tore up.i'd rather deal with a tornado. it's quick and moves out down the road quick. hurricane remmants are like a sorry mooching relative that hangs around and you can't get rid of.

[@crand20033]

Duh, I think the devastation is beyond repair. No coming back from this. Need to get out now!

[@JoeCooper-b4t]

@@roadmaster720 did you ever get rid of that sorry mooching relative? 🤭

[@8131llct]

😢 Where does one even BEGIN the clean-up? So, so terribly heartbroken for everyone...

[@Sonofspam64]

You begin at the beginning. You pick up a piece of debris, and start stacking it up.

[@maryswanson9982]

At this point, it seems impossible. They will get it done, though. It will take some time, but Asheville will restore it’s community.

[@michaelWells-ef9bx]

I would start by making sure that Don Old Donkey Never works in Washington Again ..

[@chrislovett6120]

@@maryswanson9982think of what England and all of Europe was like after all the bombing of WWII. And then think of the limited equipment they had to do the job. We’re blessed when it comes to that part these days

[@PAVEL-JAKL]

​@@maryswanson9982 sadly a lot of people won't be back..

[@nancyhammons3594]

This is making me cry. 33 years ago, my husband and I had a 2 day honeymoon at the KOA Campground in Asheville. Sending prayers from New Bern.

[@avioncamper]

The Rally Park at Tom Johnson's RV at Marion is also gone.

[@kanank13]

that reminds of the Honeymooners, jackie Gleason.

[@sandsmarc]

Stop praying. It’s useless. Send money. It’s useful.

[@ninakrutilina5206]

​@@sandsmarcможно и отправить деньги и помолиться

[@keropi193]

I saw someone on our local reddit at the KOA the night before Helene wondering if him and his family should leave. I hope they got out of there.

[@robertsmith9756]

Thank you for showing us what MSM seems to be avoiding.

[@michelejohnson234]

I'm in Texas and this made me cry! This is so beyond devastating! Thank you for sharing ~ this is so sad and overwhelming.

[@annabodot962]

Some people in the comment section need to check lost and found. Maybe someone turned in their compassion.

[@EllanaTs]

💯 I can’t believe what I am reading in the comments! 🤦‍♀️

[@mtadams2009]

If you ever read the comments for any natural disaster from the state of California hate is all they get. I do have an issue with the South. They support a presidential candidate who says climate change is a hoax. All I keep hearing over the last few years is how “ they have never seen weather like this before” yeah maybe we are the cause. I still feel for the people but they do nothing to change things they only make it worse.

[@brainiac1890]

That's the sickness Congress is spreading over America. Desenseatation. and hatred divided by the devil in them ➕

[@StopWhining491]

Can't find what they probably never had.

[@OstaraDawn]

Indeed!!!!

[@dori4567]

I’m living in Asheville and my own home flooded . This is so eery to look at all these places I know so well and know that so many other people are living the same pain I am.

[@thewintergardener2873]

Heartbreaking to see this.. I live in Hurricane Alley South Florida and understand well the greatest amount of death & destruction from these storms comes from Water.... My prayers are with the folks up there.

[@ninakrutilina5206]

Примите наши соболезнования, Беларусь 😢

[@Yah-qe8jl]

Long live My Ancestors and Javion 😂😂😂😂😂

[@jocelynlee1925]

What happens to your life when something like this happens? Your home ruined and your job (most likely ruined too). Like do you get compensation or is everyone now homeless and have to start over on their own and figure out themselves?

[@Yah-qe8jl]

@@jocelynlee1925 eyem already homeless and eyem ok..anyway who bout a sundown town but white people and those that don't know

[@KathrynHorne-df9dv]

This slow, methodical video is so chilling. Building by building. So eerie quiet, mud and destruction everywhere.

[@medivelmack]

yeah like where is everybody?

[@Tom-ru6rb]

​@@medivelmackMy thoughts exactly? Where is somebody?

[@richalaresellercommunity6926]

The sound of birds chirping ❤

[@c123bthunderpig]

Not according to Biden, nothing happened and if it did so what government has no money.

[@KathrynHorne-df9dv]

Most people are stuck in their houses because the roads are washed out

[@jonbradley4789]

Excellent footage and editing. Thank you for showing this to the world so thoughtfully.

[@terilee8010]

This is breaking my heart. I lived in Candler right outside of Asheville for 20 years. I moved 2 years ago to Georgia. So many places that I know and love have been destroyed. I keep breaking into tears thinking about it. My son still lives there and I have many friends there as well. They all seem safe but had a lot of damage to their homes with trees falling on them. I don't think Asheville and the surrounding areas will ever be the same again. It's such a tragedy.

[@donnapauley8183]

Though I have never been there my heart goes out to all who are reeling from the devastation.

[@tammybuck3293]

So sad. I drove the Asheville route from TN daily for my job... this hurts my heart...

[@xantho368]

I was initially born in the area, went to university and lived in Asheville for 6 years. The day before the storm hit, last thursday I was there doing deliveries for my job, passed that Walgreens on Tunnel Rd several times, had a great sandwich at a place just up the road. So many places and memories, mine and others, just washed away. Though I had to move out, this city and the area still has my heart and it bleeds so much for the safety of those who still call Asheville home

[@BlingtingSam]

@@xantho368 humans destroying trees and waters; nature is destroying buildings and roads in return. Nature will always win. It’s our mother…

[@roger5322]

@@xantho368 you can take the boy out of the mountains but you can't take the mountains out of the boy....I was born and live in Waynesville. Country folk can survive.....with a little help from friends. Like it used to be back in the 60s 70s

[@Ridgeman715]

Prayers from New Orleans! Rebuilding is never impossible and will bring out the good in so many

[@theo-avl]

I live in Asheville. A couple of blocks north of Biltmore Village, the location of the first part of the video. I just got internet service back 30 minutes ago. Overwhelming.

[@sidilicious11]

Glad you got internet service. Now the rest of life needs to be rebuilt. I feel for you so much. Good luck. Jeez. This will go down in the history books. Blessings from Oregon

[@darmokattanagra4258]

We are on Merrimon ave still no power, but my phone just started working too

[@PeaJayCee]

Do you know if the pets, at the Animal Hospital, are ok?

[@josephastier7421]

This looks like the aftermath of the 2011 Japan tsunami.

[@jmjshowchannel8984]

Not even close japan Tsunami had way worst damage I mean it wipe thos homes out go look at it and compare the damage

[@thanosianthemadtitanic]

maybe heroshima

The Japanese 2011 tsunami was caused by a 9.0 earthquake. This isn't even close to that, but certainly devastating nonetheless.

[@jowhite5314]

​@@jmjshowchannel8984 There is no comparison in Japan's fatalities. Well, let's hope not.

[@emilyw842]

Yes it does. 😢

[@lostonlongisland6845]

special thanks to carrie huss at hope mills inc and their go fund me for helping out those in need, even having supplies dropped by private helicopter owners. we need more people like them

[@m.t.426]

Packing boxes for you guys in upstate NY with Jezreel.I hope you get help soon.

[@CatherineMoody-on3ny]

That's answer to pray. Thank God for helicopters and other creative way to help people.

[@roadmaster720]

@@CatherineMoody-on3ny let's not forget that these folks need cash donations for overhead like fuel, maintaining of helicoptors, as well as the supplies they drop to everyone. it is great they can do that. i seen where they are using mules to take medical supplies to folks in the mountains where debris and downed trees have blocked roads and trails.

[@allisonwilliams7634]

Pictures worth a thousand words. Just devastating. So much damage it’s hard to comprehend.

[@dlosaw]

Best ❤ video yet!! Love how quiet everything is, and the filmer does not comment. Perfect. Puts me more in touch with the scope of this disaster. Dear Video person, please make more

[@Elfie0100]

Agree totally!

[@touchedbyfire99]

The devastation is so overwhelming and so unexpected, at least for me. Those creeks and rivers don’t seem like they could flood to this magnitude of destruction. My heart goes out to all affected. This place was wiped off the map and it is heartbreaking.

[@guydurango3553]

I was traveling on a motorcycle threw here just days before the hurricane. Wasn't much anticipation of damage. The aftermath I dont think anyone could have forseen. Bless everyone impacted by this horrible disaster, breaks my heart to see that beautiful town utterly devastated.

[@colleendrake9661]

I heard a pup barking. Heartbreaking. We are so sorry Asheville residents. We are sending you our love.

[@davidrosenau3136]

Meaningless. Let gov DeSantis fix the problem. Work will be done swiftly and securely without biden and KAMMIE admin screwing it up.

[@kitefan1]

I noticed the birds in the first part.

[@marieblaszak8552]

I worry about the dog now. Hope people didn't leave it there. Sounds like a small dog too. No clean water for the dog to drink and no food. Maybe there was a human there? Looks like everyone left. I will die with my two dogs! I will never leave them!!

[@SandyAZ1776]

​@marieblaszak8552 All for one and one for all, I agree!

[@RobertSmith-km6gi]

If there’s one thing that’s become painfully obvious it’s that the emphasis on wind speed when judging the severity of hurricanes is a poor indicator at best. It’s the water, whether in the form of a tidal surge or a torrential rainfall and the accompanying flooding that causes the most damage, both to infrastructure and people’s lives, as well as the death toll.

[@lindasmith2345]

It breaks my heart!!! It was a unique and fabulous place to visit!!! Prayers for everyone that has been impacted 🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻

[@MultiSmurf67]

to all the states with damage-know that americans and real america are rooting for you, sending donations....if i wasnt several states away i would be there helping. i am broke just watching this footage...i am a 23 year military veteran, combat veteran and i have seen nasty....this is a heart breaker....i have faith and i will continue to donate and do all i can from where i am. may god bless everyone with protection and quidance.

[@joanstevens7560]

I am overwhelmed by the level and breadth of this devastation. I pray that God will help us pull together as a country to assist those most impacted by Helene in rebuilding their lives and communities despite the incredible challenges that lie ahead.

[@rebeccayoung-xz8qf]

He will. Government isnt.

[@laara1426]

God has nothing to due with this !

[@rebeccayoung-xz8qf]

@@laara1426 Yes He does. He has something to do with everything.

[@rebeccayoung-xz8qf]

@@laara1426 God controls the weather.

[@rebeccayoung-xz8qf]

@@joanstevens7560 God will help us in His time. With everything.

[@annachristie377]

Gas leaks should be a grave concern.

[@Sonofspam64]

Better put a cork in your butt then.

[@sharoncurtis7790]

And the contamination that those leaks create.

[@truthisanabsolute]

Gas leaks are all over .

[@chrisfisher1100]

THIS IS DIFFICULT TO WATCH

[@lightofthejul]

This brings me to tears ! I know the beauty of that lovely town and her history ! This is a tragedy of epic proportions. 😰😰😰😰💔

[@BettyFL]

It sure is 💔

[@jamesgerman7947]

@@lightofthejulToo bad about the people too. Am I right?

[@Sonofspam64]

I thought it was pretty easy to watch. I mean, what we're seeing sucks, but watching is probably the easiest thing you can do when awake.

[@chrisfisher1100]

@@Sonofspam64 In a sense, i agree with you... Being that it is not my personal experience. However, as I picture myself wearing the boots on the ground... IT BECOMES PAINFUL... AND I AM NOT A FAN SUFFERAGE... The footprint of destruction is 900 mile diameter. MANDATORY INSURANCE LAWS.... While the insurance companies are creating loopholes where they are not liable for coverage... LIKE I SAID, THIS IS DIFFICULT TO WATCH....

[@DireNeeds]

From Michigan, our thoughts are with everyone who has been affected by this!

[@SorayaPerez-rf5ck]

😢 thank you for sharing. I hope organized efforts are underway to help the community.

[@freedomrings.0007]

I'm from coastal New England and have lived through hurricane Gloria through to superstorm hurricane Sandy and I have NEVER seen such devastation like there is in Tennessee/North Carolina area. My heart goes out to everyone and you're all in my prayers ❤

[@OleSmokeyVol]

Please don't forget East Tennessee either. We are devastated in Unicoi, Greene and Cocke counties. Here in Greene, our whole water system is destroyed and we won't have running water for at least a week.

[@jjjj-ps2oj]

Don't complain about all the destruction when you allow pride then just know right after is death and destruction. It's like any part of life consequences for your actions choose satanic things then don't expect blessings but only curses ....

[@mbh4097]

@@jjjj-ps2oj You must be referring to Asheville. They were filled with nothing but homosexuals, witchcraft, drug addicts and the main office of ANTIFA. God surely was cleaning out the place.

[@j.a.greene3523]

I live in Asheville, and our water won't be up and running for a few weeks at best.

[@ximenalindsey5075]

Thank you for the reminder. Our prayers are with you.

[@roger5322]

@@OleSmokeyVol we are all brothers. In it together. I'm just east of you in NC. Stay strong this will pass bro....

[@italianmiltyfriedman6264]

i live in Chicago this makes me so sad to watch, reminds me of Katrina aftermath Godspeed southerners

[@Sonofspam64]

Why was it important to say you live in Chicago? It doesn't seem to provide any context to the rest of your comment. It seem reasonable to me that you could be sad to see this, be reminded of Katrina, no matter where you live.

[@jamesgillespie5057]

Cause he's a Yankee showing empathy for his fellow southern Americans

[@jamesgillespie5057]

Thank you sir. I have family in Asheville and nearby in upstate sc

[@jackiemansfield8325]

R u mad at God?

[@shelahogletree7711]

@@Sonofspam64I thought it was very important to know that he’s from Chicago. Shows there are still good people in Chicago. Where are you from Skippyspam? THAT might explain your rudeness.

[@TimothyReynolds-z1h]

Thank you for the great content!

[@dianeambrose683]

So sad to see such destruction. We stopped in Asheville many times on trips and it is a beautiful area with friendly people. Heartbreaking. We pray that everyone recovers here. ❤️😢🙏

[@donnad4264]

Total destruction, noone expected thismuch devastation. 🙏🙏🙏🙏 for all, including my family and friends.

[@jude1515]

I am so sorry.

[@belindabutcher7925]

I agree…😢

[@belindabutcher7925]

I agree…😢

[@Tina.x50]

I’ve cried so much for you all.. sending my love prayers from Scotland truly wish there was more I could do…🙏🏽🫶🏻🙏🏽🫶🏻🙏🏽🫶🏻

[@destinycoach5]

me too. I was at a church prayer meeting last night and i got so angry that this hurricane ravaged area was not even mentioned. I was so upset I cried thru the whole entire meeting. People came to pray for me thinking I had some personal issue. I couldnt participate in their prayers for what is stupid things by comparison. I did pray with someone individually for Carolina \Tennessee support, supplies, help, aid and miracles for this area. I just cant believe this was not the focus of the meeting. i nearly walked out. I didnt because I was hoping until the end for a change in focus.

[@Dana9437]

@@destinycoach5 I had a similar experience in North Carolina during Hurricane Floyd

[@cmjacobs57]

Praying for you all

[@Sonofspam64]

No thoughts though?

[@norm2264]

We don't need your empty prayers they need your checkbook

[@gullyclarke2438]

Thank you for this footage…..the silence is also appreciated…..for there are no words to express the magnitude of this tragedy…… I hold all survivors and non survivors….. in depth of my heart…….the light of humility guides the journey toward restoration of well being as a collective foundation of community.

[@eliser9776]

As you look at this, imagine your own community and every single favorite place, wiped out and neighborhood after neighborhood, flattens. This is so overwhelming. I feel for these people, our fellow Americans.

[@Maryfran03]

God bless them all - this is heartbreaking & I feel their devastation as bad as this is there is always hope & alternate ways to get by - I've had to move 16x since 1987 due to destruction & just endured another massive flood myself on July 4th of this year - I've decided I'm tired of working so hard to watch it all get destroyed & have started researching van life - I can travel & work on the road & leave when the weather gets bad - it's nice to live & have a community to come back to but loosing it all doesn't mean life still can't be good - sending prayers to all those suffering & grieving right now & hoping they have the will to keep on keeping on!

[@garyroberts2563]

Been there. Almeda fire 2020.

[@tmurph247]

I feel for these people, Myself and my parents have been here as well. I was 6yrs old and we lost everything in the Flood of 85 in WV. I remember someone beating on our door really early in the morning (between 4 and 5 am) telling us the river was rising and to get out now. we lived a couple hundred yards from the Cheat river. Within minutes the water was coming through our basement door. By 10 am our house and literally 99% of the town Albright WV was literally wiped off the map. Flooding like that was never seen before, nor since. I can't remember the storms name but it was caused by the remnants of a stalled hurricane just like this was.

[@davidoverholt251]

Oh myLord, the people of North Western Carolina have and are suffering in Asheville, NC! My heart breaks for all these people that make visiting to the Biltmore Estate an annual theme! Lord, I have never seen that French Broad River, So High in my over 35 years of visiting the Biltmore Estate at least once each year!

[@Nm-co6zp]

Way to make this about you

[@joemancurreri6635]

200,000 migrants let in by our Governor here in NC. NOT ONE out here helping! dead dogs floating mr. biden, and kamala! dead animals and people. and biden was on the BEACH !!! kamala Dancing on the west coast!!

[@katiekane5247]

My mom had wanted to visit there with me but it wasn't to be. I'll probably never get there now, I'm old. This will take years to reestablish the infrastructure.

[@katiekane5247]

​@@Nm-co6zpmany people enjoyed that, improve your reading comprehension.

[@thanosianthemadtitanic]

​@@katiekane5247 I was legit there last week on vacation driving on those same roads. Kinda surreal and your right

[@SableSunsets]

This looks like a category 5 hit them directly. No that’s just WATER fast moving high water. Just as devastating as wind everybody… I went through Ian and thank God we didn’t get our home flooded. The water is the worst of any storm…

[@Margaret-u1x]

Wow! What immeasurable destruction. Grant Lord all strengtjh hope, to go through this!

[@adrianam1009]

You are right the water damage is the worse not the wind.

[@Phoenix8Rising]

There was flooding in somes places even before Helene arrived.

[@elaineg60]

Water/flooding/storm surges cause more death and destruction than the wind or even the tornadoes these things whip up. I worked disaster mgt in Florida for 20+ years. This is as bad or worse than most storms I worked. Resembles Cedar Key (who also had a bad storm surge from Helene) in Kate and Elena. I think it was Kate, we went in even before the storm had moved out completely, because so many people in Cedar Key, the beaches and the town of Suwannee, refused to evacuate…mostly older folks who probably had no way out. We found a handful of survivors, 12 deceased in those first hours. We had several older men living in an old, still standing Victorian home. Their first floor was devastated…but they’d lived there all their lives..I think they were brothers. They had moved a lot upstairs and refused to leave…the county officials had actually given us their names and address to check on them..but in a moment of levity, had written that we wouldn’t get them to leave, so don’t try. They had food in coolers, non-perishables, large 20gal jugs of water downstairs, but a bunch of gallons upstairs. They promised us they’d be fine, their library was upstairs and they planned on reading, cooking on their camp stove or grill on their balcony…this was long before social media or even “prepping” was a thing and it fascinated me. They gave me an old book on storing food..I treasured that book for many years. And while my kids, family and friends have teased me over the years and said I was crazy to always have emergency supplies…I’ve lost track of the MANY times my supplies came in handy not just for me, but having enough to share with neighbors. Stock up a little at a time and you can do it even on a small fixed income.

[@Eneeki]

It was the runoff. The valleys filled up with water in hours. I used to live in south Asheville and have been threw some bad storms. I totally see how this happened, it is just shocking that there was so much water so fast. I am glad I moved out because the part of Asheville I used to live in was flooded out too. A lot of good people out there in desperate need of help.

[@aaronennis2587]

Seeing this video is like time stopping before the process of healing, I'm praying for all the citizens and families.❤

[@sandsmarc]

Don’t pray, which is useless. Send money. That actually helps. So sick of the praying, which specifically and intentionally DOESN’T HELP ANYTHING.

[@mtnbums2000]

@@sandsmarcand how do you know that praying isn’t helping?

[@aaronennis2587]

​@@mtnbums2000notice the negative pressure in a low pressure storm, citizens with high pressure add a positive energy to a low pressure attitude.

[@aaronennis2587]

​@sandsmarc Nothing gets accomplished with negative thinking.

[@aaronennis2587]

@@sandsmarcI don't worship money, I believe in a kind, spiritual heart.

[@officialkaine]

I live right by Asheville and this was one of the worst storms we've ever experienced. Prayers for all the people & families that lost their lives and loved ones during this tragic event. The Lord is returning soon, turn to him before its too late.🙏🏻

[@barbarashirland9078]

Mind boggling. Thank you for your excellent photojournalism.

[@davidoverholt251]

Well, my friends in Asheville, NC, I will send, prayers, Love, and donations to help all my friends from across the ?EasternTennessee, Mtns!

[@joemancurreri6635]

Asheville is a radical hate filled City now.. Google it.. Send your money somewhere else.

[@annabodot962]

God bless you. You have your own hands full. This is going to take an army of volunteers giving their time, treasures, talents. We WILL get it done!!!

[@Ibiron]

How can we help. I’m a heavy equipment operator, I live in Sevierville.. Let’s all show the world how we get things done...I don’t want to hear from any politicians , just workers.

[@sharonburckardt7931]

Asheville is such a special place. So many wonderful trips to this area. I am heartbroken. 2:24

[@champievlogs]

same ....along with Chimney Rock ...my fave places to visit all in shambles

[@rebeccayoung-xz8qf]

Vote RED. U.S. citizens should come first!!!!!!

[@crand20033]

What can money do with this destruction? I don't think it can be restored. The people need to move out.

[@aintnolittlegirl9322]

It's been a minute since I've been to Asheville, but it holds a special place in my heart. I love NC almost as much as I love my home state of VA. This is devastating.

[@JohnHorton-qb5jr]

Please help them Dear Lord Jesus

[@bobonnitt5257]

Good luck with that.

[@Sonofspam64]

You mean Donald Christ don't you? Jesus has been FIRED! Donald is the new Christ Child!

[@jayneestep3672]

@@bobonnitt5257Find a Heart

[@randomchannel-px6ho]

It's a bit late for that don't you think... It's a really big universe, your prayer isn't at the center of it.

[@DypoMage]

It¨s the Lord who punished them.

[@octobermoon9]

The level of devastation is unbelievable. OMG

[@BlingtingSam]

Humans keep destroying every natural thing. Nature is fighting back and nature will always win in the end because humans came from nature; not the other way round 😅

[@robertreiter6514]

The government is helping. You think someone can wave a magic wand and fix it overnight? Grow up.

[@LaughterOnWater]

We used to live in Asheville. It's really hard to watch because so many good memories are associated with this wonderful city. But what amazes me and gives me hope is how many people/groups all over our state are finding ways to help. I hope the resilience and strength of Western North Carolina, North Georgia and Tennesee will cause these areas to bounce back - with city planning that creates lasting, durable and livable futures for everyone... _everyone_ in these communities.

[@HomegrownIdjits]

It's impossible to say anything that hasn't been said by thousands of others. But as someone with personal connections to that area, and who has spent much time researching that history and culture of the mountains in order to convey them in song, I am just overwhelmed at the losses.

[@phyllischaffin4052]

Just awful for all the people and areas devastated by the hurricane. Prayers. 🙏

[@ariesvibes1049]

Genuine heart-felt prayers for everyone involved!

[@MotoAtheist]

Well, there ya have it, all their problems are solved.

[@soulshine8531]

❤️ oh beautiful North Carolina Asheville Biltmore such dedication to preserve this place.. we took the behind the scenes.. cherished memories with my late husband. Such sadness for the people. 💔🥲🙏🏼

[@nana4lyfe477]

Devastating

[@sallyljohnson1301]

My heart just cries for what you people are going through. Ill pray 🙏 for lots of help. Its just devastating to see all the ruins. My you gather strength to cope with what lies ahead.❤

[@monacrolley3819]

Those of us who drew up in these area's, but moved away, are heart broken by the terrible loss. Our prayers are with you!

[@texaswen]

My heart aches for all y'all in NC. 💔 Sending love and prayers. I went through the Harvey flood in Houston, and it all sucks so bad. Stay strong. Take care of yourself and eat & sleep. Easy to forget yourself in all that destruction everywhere.

[@paulburick1506]

The military needs to come in. Local entities are overwhelmed. Get water and power in after cleanup. Construct temporary bridges. Get food in. Cut red tape. Seasons are changing.

[@BanBanChi]

Their trying to get the interstates open first

[@AndySwan-sb2eb]

The government shipped out the military, I truly believe this was planned sorry to say

[@gloriamarceleno6752]

Why can't they fly it in on their military plane. Send what they need ect.

[@enricoderojassarson5596]

Our troops are too busy putting in docks in Gaza

[@itsmommy100]

The US Army is there. I read it earlier.

[@ayoancientone346]

Overwhelming, so sad😢

[@daur5314]

Thank you for giving us this footage. For those of us who have family there, it's been a nightmare trying to figure out what's going on.

[@ricosanchez3756]

Praying 🙏 for all the people affected 🙏

[@saraortiz1792]

This is so devastating! It's practically a ghost town!!!🥺 Hope the pet hospital was evacuated!!

[@connieboylan9159]

What about animal shelters..omg

[@saraortiz1792]

@@connieboylan9159 😞😞

[@treatstreats7149]

Please rescue animals from the shelters here, that are displaced.

[@semivuetibau-ov8lc]

Don't worry about animals rescue people they are more important

[@IAmWithinEverything]

1000 missing still

[@mkat4271]

​@@semivuetibau-ov8lcyou can do both.

[@bellefemmenoire5508]

@@semivuetibau-ov8lc You should already know that the people will be found and helped as they are first priority. So why don’t you know that it’s the animals who are often forgotten.

[@lorimorris6520]

I wonder if they got the animals out of the animal hospital😢

[@tomthumb3732]

This is heartbreaking. Prayers for everyone involved

[@Sonofspam64]

What about thoughts?

[@Ibiron]

Thoughts and prayers ain’t doing nothing, grab your work boots.

[@brettsairgent577]

The buildings can be rebuilt but the lives lost are gone forever ,this is so sad to see a whole community in ruins and devastated.the government need to do a lot more than they are to help these communities £750 is disgusting.

[@stacyjohnson4891]

I can’t imagine the pain and heartache these people are going through. Please everyone pray for these people tonight 🙏🏼

[@EllanaTs]

The destruction and loss of life are so heartbreaking! 😢

[@RonaldEdson-x2c]

Americans are going to roll up their sleeves and rebuild. All my prays are with you

[@Thyalwaysseek]

Well their politicians certainly aren't coming to help them.

[@MattyNelson-rs3ik]

​@@ThyalwaysseekYES THE ONES SENDING BILLIONS TO UKRAINE AND ISRAEL TO KILL OTHERS IN PALISTINE,AND INNOCENTS IN UKRAINE ,CAUGHT IN THE DRAGNET OF WAR..

[@norm2264]

You dumbbell

[@oOignignoktOo1]

@@Thyalwaysseek True they feel Israel and Ukraine are more important than their own country they're supposed to represent, when dozens of them have dual israeli-american citizenship it makes sense as to why.

[@Thyalwaysseek]

@@oOignignoktOo1 2.4% are dual israeli-american citizens...yeh totally see why they are looking after them first.

[@steveparker8723]

Dear God, be with all who are effected by this storm.

[@kemesnameiskeme8299]

Amen

[@MotoAtheist]

Well, there ya have it, all their problems are solved.

[@aintnolittlegirl9322]

Maybe he should have been with them before the storm.

[@Splurgin1]

This is devastating😢. We were just here a week before, staying in Biltmore Village and ate at this very restaurant, Ichiban. Black Mtn and Asheville holds a very dear place in my heart, I'm still in shock. Sending prayers

[@misfyresalot]

😢 Ashville has long been a favorite place. This is so very tragic and....our gov't is SO VERY CORRUPT!

[@melissaedwards8974]

This is heart breaking. Praying for these people.

[@AndySwan-sb2eb]

Keep praying God does hear ,He will move ,even if DC wont

[@jjjj-ps2oj]

Pray for them now but what about when they chose pride over prayer. These people were ungodly and they felt the wrath of an angry God. They practiced filth in their towns and then want us to feel sorry for them when they get wiped off the map. God's got a book and they didn't wanna here it but maybe this will bring humility.

[@tommytomtom5531]

@@jjjj-ps2oj There ain't no god and if there is he answered the republicans prayers again.

[@DoubleDogDare54]

And I can hear the private insurance companies already - READ THE FINE PRINT OF YOUR POLICY - WE ARE NOT RESPONSIBLE TO PAY FOR THE DAMAGE.

[@JulieHedrick-y3f]

Not responsible for flood damage

[@KellyP_]

​@@JulieHedrick-y3fNope. They are not. Not unless you had a very pricey FLOOD policy which usually costs the same as a regular home owners policy.

[@Kit1128]

Yep, water coming up from the ground isn't covered without governmental flood insurance

[@chadspradling7627]

All I can hear is the person recording breathing lol

[@kitefan1]

Regular home insurance doesn't cover floods. I don't think it ever has. It's a separate policy.

[@ernestconnell8087]

The destruction of this village, reminds me of the one on Maui.

[@ChristineBloom9]

Totally,see HAARP!!

[@Maverick47939]

The difference is that this was a natural disaster, not an attack by a corrupt government in a land-grabbing scheme.

[@sandrasharpe2111]

I am so sorry for the devastation this has caused you all on so many levels.I pray you get all the assistance that you need.From Aussie.x

[@gingerpenley949]

Heartbreaking...unimaginable devastation. Sending my prayers for all

[@suzanneflowers2230]

From Cat 4 Hugo in 1989, 22 ft storm surge. We The People come back, one step at a time. Trust the Lord, help each other, and accept help that's on the way.

[@itsmommy100]

Good advice!

[@vivianpowell1732]

Hugo was beyond description. I'm from Charleston and my family evacuated to Columbia. We returned home 5 days later to a wasteland. By some miracle, our home had sustained relatively little damage but some homes in the neighborhood were destroyed. All of that suggested that tornadoes had done the damage.

[@edwardmarquis4411]

@@vivianpowell1732 Hugo took down 18 tall trees in my back yard - in Charlotte! It was my first experience during a hurricane, and it sounded like a freight train as it rolled through. Surprisingly, my house was not damaged.

[@vivianpowell1732]

@@edwardmarquis4411 My family evacuated to Columbia and stayed with relatives there. The night that Hugo made landfall in Charleston County at midnight, I was in a guest bedroom and the whole night sounded like freight trains were roaring beside the house.

[@Taeallday802]

So sorry you all have been hit so hard. This is devastating. God be with you all.

[@MotoAtheist]

Maybe your fairy tale should have been with them and simply prevented the hurricane? Hmmmmm.

[@tommytomtom5531]

There is a god. And he answered trump's prayers. This is what he WANTS !

[@MotoAtheist]

@@tommytomtom5531 And what about the guy who died by those bullets in the stands? So much for that peon, huh?

[@tommytomtom5531]

@@MotoAtheist Colateral damage. Sucker. Loser. nothing more.

[@Any-Okra]

This looks post apocalyptic. Very sad

[@DhoniMunda-ie4gr]

Really appreciate the insights in this video.

[@MonicaShilling]

Mind blowing. I’m at a loss for words. Prayers for all those affected by this tragedy.

[@rongreen4231]

For many years my family has visited Lake Lure, Chimney Rock, Bat Cave area. So many fond memories. Now Chimney Rock is devastated, and I don't know about Bat Cave. Our hearts are broken. 😢 So sad for the loss of life and destruction. Let's all do what we can to help.

[@jjjj-ps2oj]

If you really wanted to help then you would have told them not to be so wicked for the wrath of God has judged these evil towns. They thought the Lord will not see our wickedness but they became prideful of their sin. Now they have been humbled and thankful to still be alive. Pride before a great fall and they were found guilty. It's a lesson this nation better heed before even greater destruction comes from above....

The bats are all gone, washed away and the mosquitos are having a field day! Can we get an AMEN from the chorus, please? Thank you, Elsie~may, at the organ. You play it, Miss Girl!

[@noneya61]

Man! I’m in Clearwater, Fl. It was just a storm surge and rain event for us. I haven’t seen any video of the Big Bend area where this beast made landfall, but seeing what happened to you guys and you were nowhere near the storm strength that hit Florida… My goodness…😢

[@SuzanneGerard]

I'm in marianna but the hurricane itself wasn't the issue up there. It was the dams failing due to extreme rainfall prior to the storm, during, and after.

[@michaelbill123]

That is absolutely heartbreaking 😢 Those poor citizens back there. It literally looks like a bomb went off. My God!!

[@southernyankee2300]

I am from TN, but I have always loved Asheville, one of the greatest places in all of NC…..they will pick up the pieces; Asheville WILL return and shine bright once again!

[@user-tz1nl9sb8v]

I'm so sorry this happened to you guys. 😢😢 ❤❤

[@HereticHillbilly]

So so sad 😢

[@GregNice76]

All these people in the comments using this tragedy as an excuse to promote their politics and hot takes. Show some compassion and stop using everything to fuel your agenda. Sickening. Just sickening.

[@carlapainter142]

But you do realize the Republicans have voted not to fund disaster aid for any of the natural disasters for years now? That's what is sickening! They don't believe in helping their fellow man!

[@EternalJoy5479]

Not seeing what you are seeing. Could be KZbin algorithm showing you negative comments. My husband will get completely different comments than I will on the same video. I read down many comments and all positive caring messages so far.

[@GregNice76]

​@@EternalJoy5479 I can only hope that is the case. But maybe some of those comments were deleted as well.

[@EternalJoy5479]

@@GregNice76 Maybe but unlikely. No compassion typically equals an "I don't care what others think" attitude.

[@chachab9239]

Looks to be war zone.😔😭