A week after hurricane Helene hit our area we still have no water and don't know when we'll get it back, electricity is back in some places. We were very lucky and had no damage, unlike thousands of people who lost everything.
@@foreverfreealib You have to keep in mind that creators have no control over what kinds of ads show on their channels. Also, smaller channels where there are lots of ads aren't even aware half the time that it's happening bc they aren't yet monetized or don't care to become monetized. The only control a creator has is very limited options whether to have them play at the beginning, middle or end, etc. If you paid $13 a month for premium, the only ads you'll see are the one's where a creator informs their viewers about a product.
@@tenerifecats6652 the amount of water and pressure we got in a very short amount of time was catastrophic and those dams wouldn’t have been able to hold- from what I hear. I heard somewhere they compared Niagara falls amount of water with what we got in our little rivers. Of course it blew everything up
Although it is small consolation now, someday you, your family and community will be grateful that you documented this disaster as it unfolded. This video was well-produced and informative on many levels. It will doubtless give many individuals and cities ideas for mitigating-to the extent any of us can-future such tragedies.
Elena, you are practically a professional news reporter...you are great at narrating while walking, driving or at home putting sound down over video you've already shot. Very nice work and as others have said, this should have been aired by all of the mainstream media to actually show and explain what happened there.
This was excellent reporting, thank you for doing this. The drone images are haunting. Wishing the people of Asheville strength and a speedy recovery from this terrible disaster.
Hi. Thank you for this video. I live 1.5 hours from Asheville near Morganton, NC. We had some storm damage here but absolutely nothing like the damage done to Asheville. My sister-in-law lives off of highway N-63 in north west Asheville. She is ok and we are so grateful that she did not lose her life like so many others that we have heard about. Stay strong and most importantly stay safe. I am praying for you all.
Your before and after is impactful and better than most media coverage. When you mentioned your gas stove it hit home. Through the years we've be without power for multiple days (nothing like what you're experiencing), and the gas stove is a God send. All the best to you and your family.
The PVC factory in Woodfin has had a massive chemical spill into the French Broad. The mud is to be considered highly toxic and caustic and has polluted the already leveled town of Marshall! The media is not covering the full extent of the damage and lives lost. Almost 100 lost souls have been recovered in Swananoa alone.😥
@@livinginashevillenc Please continue giving out the news about weather , etccc. You deserve an Award for all your videos , your time , etcc. Please stay safe !!! By now, you should know, there's another hurricane moving toward Florida by Midweek 10/6/2024 - 10/12/2024 . I read an article about it . Don't forget about going to the grocery stores, your children school if they let them off early , etcccc. I subscribed and thumbs Up !!!! I will recommend this to my families and friends throughout The U.S.A. about your Channel.
Thank you for sharing this. You did a great job documenting the extent of this disaster and how it escalated beyond "typical flooding" into a completely teagic natural disaster. And you are correct, the outside world is only now beginning to realize how devastated the Western North Carolina communities are. We appreciate your shared timeline and documentary, are grateful for your safety and will continue praying for you and all of Western North Carolina
WOW… I pray that everyone living in North & South Carolina that was affected by Hurricane Helene are SAFE and that you get the help you desperately need. Thank you for this video! God bless. 💜🙏🏻
I live in south Asheville . Just seeing the vast number of trees down is so sad . I finally got cell access back after a week and seeing other damage is heartbreaking . The road to Chimney Rock , where I often drive through , is gone . I’m extremely blessed, compared to so many others who have lost so much
This lady tells the truth. You wouldn’t think a large city like Asheville could have so much damage, but with 3 rivers and so many low areas, it’s kinda scary. That’s not counting all the big trees that come down because of so much rain and flooding, and the wind. She said it’s a 100 year event. We had one of those 100 years storms years ago in Iowa. It did so much damage to a lot of towns in Iowa, plus in our town. Lots of rain and flooding. Prayers sent up for Asheville and lots of areas, plus the loss of so many people and some still not found. It’s just a sad thing to happen.
@@livinginashevillencNah, since dumb Americans won’t stop eating animals and driving gas-powered cars, this is just the start. Good luck to your grand babies.
As someone that's never seen a hurricane, thank you for sharing this. My prayers go out to you and your family, and to all those affected by this. I'm in northeastern Minnesota.
Elena you made a powerful documentary with thoughtful insight about the potential impact. And your before and after coverage is so thorough, especially the drone coverage. Thank you for sharing this video. My heart goes out to those that have lost loved ones, have washed away homes and towns, and ruined homes. I’m also praying for you that have no power, water, or communication from internet. May each of you feel the love and comfort of our Saviour, Yahusha, and have all your needs met. He loves you so. 🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻
You did a remarkable job reporting this. Extremely professionally worded and shot, perfectly paced, realistic and free of drama and hype. Simply real and flawless. You are very talented.
Wow, what insightful thoughts to start recordings days before the storm hits!! Thank you for such great reports on this directly from your living there. Bless all that are still helping with needs also being discovered! Prayers for all horrifecly affected & all those who lost lives & pets as well!!
Great footage. You made some excellent points not just about pre-storm prepping, but also about local infrastructure. You showed ppl how much damage a somewhat small river can cause. Especially, when it involves local businesses. Praying for all those affect by this deadly storm.
Excellent drone footage and reporting. Just pure devastation. Nothing is TMI, it's important for us to know your reality. It puts things in perspective real quick. Much love. again, thank you.
My daughter lives in Weaverville just north of Asheville. I could not reach her from Friday to Monday of the storm. Thankfully, a neighbor texted me to let me know she was ok. Her neighbor had a gas stove so they could cook. She has all utilities and cell service back as of this last Thursday I believe it was. Her home is fine. Both her Father & sister's homes in Burnsville were not as lucky. She is helping her father tear out sheetrock because they are #70 on the list for the restoration company and the sheetrock was starting to mold already. Her brother-in-law is working on their house, it had 2 trees on it but not sure if it penetrated the roof. I just can't imagine how devastating it is in Asheville. I was just there the end of August visiting my daughter. The damage and loss of life in Buncombe county alone is immeasurable and devastating. God Bless you all and keep you safe. Prayers for God's strength and grace to carry everone through this horrific time.
Im in Bryson City, my son lives in Asheville and it's unbelievable how people are still without the essentials. That just shows you how intense the damage is from Helena. Amazing job on the video, thank you for sharing this and informing those who have planned their Fall vacation here. The devastation is surreal.
@@KatsWind if do not have support from the government, you will NOTHING from FEMA. $750 per household and you have to apply for it. The general public are doing MORE than the government
@@livinginashevillencim in caldwell county, just the other side of Burke county. Maybe 50 miles away. Sure we had thousands of broken trees, 50+mph winds and flooding in low areas (our makor riverway is located pretty far from any towns, so theres that, at least) and no power for 5 days All of that is NOTHING compared to just 15-20 miles west of here. It hurts to see this. Asheville has been changing for the worse in the last 20 years or so and ive stopped visiting for the most part, the new people moving in... transplants from California....but even still, I'd never want this for anyone
We live in Austin, TX, but have land in Leicester, NC that we plan to build on when we retire. I am heartbroken by the loss of lives and life in this area we fell in love with. Your videos are always very helpful and I hope you and your community are able to support each other through this very hard time.
Hi, I was transfixed by your video. I live in Black Mountain, and had just finished moving my brother out of his house off Riceville rd. Thursday night. Thankfully we were all safe at my Mothers house on Friday in Blk. Mtn. We were so lucky!! Just power and water out. I say "just" but things like this really put things in a different perspective, don't they? We found we were even luckier that a close neighbor had an above ground pool we could dip buckets to flush toilets. We stuck it out thru Monday and it was very heartwarming to see the way neighbors were helping each other thru the emotional and physical challenges that arose. We had just the night before finished moving from the Buffalo Mountain neighborhood off of Riceville Road to a neighborhood off of N. Blue Ridge in Black Mountain. The house we moved to did not have any notable damage and with all of the destruction just down the hill from where we were at we have so much to be thankful for. We are in Atlanta now with family and transfixed by the video and images we have been seeing. it's heartbreaking. Quick question.... at 21:45 in the video you pass by the white Riceville Church...when we were moving our other vehicle got a flat tire and we had to park it at that church, planning to have it towed the next day and exhausted from moving we had not been paying any attention to the weather reports. Is there any chance you could look at the unedited video and see if you can see our gold Honda Pilot parked in front of that church and if it has any tree damage. I hate to think of how many trees fell in our old neighborhood. We won't be back up to be able to check on it for an uncertain amount of time. A lot of things are uncertain right now but I am certain that those mountains are where I want to live. Your videos are always very informative and full of practical advice that shows how much you care. Thank you for that!
Thank you for this- I am so sorry for all the loss and devastation. Asheville has an incredible spirit and will come back stronger then ever. Glad you are safe.
No way! I'm glad you made this video and showed everyone what's happened. I've been following this channel for a long time and was worried about you when I heard about how bad it was in NC. Glad to see you and your husband advocating for your community!
Glad you are safe. We live in Bryson City, which really got spared the devastation of towns west of us. Thanks for the coverage. It’s heartbreaking the damage this caused to this wonderful area.
Thank you showing the people in other states to see what is happening in Asheville. I live in W est end of Ga. But there is lots of damage around Augusta close to S.C. my son is helping in that area to restore power. Lots of unbelievable damage of properties homes loss of everything and loss of lives.so tragic sad. But take care stay safe..🙏🙏
Thank you for your video. I live in Southeastern Virginia and am a Biltmore season pass holder and I love visiting the Asheville area. It is amazing that you decided to do this video not knowing how bad it was going to be. I’m sending prayers to you and all those affected by Hurricane Helene.
Elena, thank you for your insights and courage. Living in Hawaii I am well acquainted with tropical storms, but you are enduring an unusually dire hardship with days without basic necessities. My thoughts are with you and your family and neighbors.
Thank you for your initiative in taking this video. No one has shown the timeline, as you have done. This video should go viral. GOD bless you and our prayers still with all you folks. We have help and we continue to assist as much as possible.
Thank you for sharing this. It’s good to see this from an honest, no nonsense perspective. We have been watching your videos for a couple years and appreciate your truthfulness about all aspects of real estate. We live on the Gulf Coast of Florida and are afraid of the next hurricane that is coming. We had planned to move to western NC in the next year, so seeing this devastation is kind of personal to us. I don’t see how the whole area will recover for a long time. Blessings to you and your family. We hope that you get power back soon. Now we have to go prepare for a storm that will be called Milton once it forms, and the path is straight at us here in the Fort Myers area. Can’t believe it- another one. Best wishes always. ❤️👍🙏
Elena, thanks for sharing this video. Claire and I also discounted the warnings - and like you we were totally surprised by the extent of the damage. Our house is on a high spot 65' above Haw Creek. It was not damaged, but no power, no water, no internet, no useful cell signal. We're staying in Charlotte right now. Will come back to Asheville when early voting starts, then will leave again and stay in Greenville which is closer to hom.
Out of all the videos I've seen related to the flooding in Asheville, you are the only one who have acknowledged that it is a flood zone and you're the only one who mentioned the flood in 2004. Yes, this storm/flooding is historic, but it seems like everyone else doesn't have the knowledge you do.
Sounds like you are trying to blame the residents for the flood, because they “should have known it was a floodplain”. Most of the USA population lives in a flood plain, especially if they have 30 plus inches of rain dumped on them in 24 hours. These people didn’t deserve to experience this level of destruction and death.
@@livinginashevillenc I think you did a great job sharing your perception and awareness of the situation without shaming your neighbors in Asheville. Digital hugs to you all.
I hate such a beautiful community is going through this. I just pray it will not be taken from the people like ive been hearing. Much love to everyone there
Excellent visuals from before the storm and the after. My parents lived in Asheville until 2004 so I visited there many times. They lived off Beaverdam Road, which was off Merrimon Avenue there at an Ingles grocery store. I can't help but wonder how the home they built up there fared during that terrible storm and if they'd have even been able to get back down the mountain to town. I am so glad that you are okay and that your home and vehicle is too. That's a lot to be thankful for after an event as devastating as Helene. Take care and be safe. I have subscribed to see what you will show us as recovery begins and life begins to grow and flourish once more. 😊 ❤ 🙏
Wow! Great video! I stayed in Thursday and Friday. Thanks for showing me what was happening. Luckily everything where I am is fine. Just got internet back today am finally seeing the images of what took place. I’m glad you are safe! Thanks again for your videos!
I’m saving this. I’ve learned so much from storms, hurricane, tornado, and the alleged “Derecho” that occurred in South East Texas this year. It is important to prepare ahead of time if you can. HELP goes like this: Family/property>> immediate Neighbors>>Community. AS A RESIDENT, assume the actual local govt will not be able to help, as a capable resident you must prepare for at least a week maybe two as only being able to depend on you and your community for help in that length of time.
Excellent video. Subscribed. I live in Texas and have mainly heat and drought problems. BUT as cities keep converting farm land into housing developments - we have flooding too! People DO need to do their homework before moving to lush, green areas! Those beautiful green landscapes can come with a price. Thanks for your excellent delivery of important information for people wanting to move. Move really anywhere they were not raised in! People get use to a life of “needing to get in their cars and shop and eat and THEN Mother Nature shows herself. When I see my car 1/2 full of gas - I’ve trained my mind to see EMPTY: fill up! Thanks again for your coverage of damage in the area and the sincere concern for others!❤
Thank you. This is unbelievable. I have family in N.C. They are safe but my heart goes out to all. Both the residents and first responder, national guards and military.
California here. Thank you for helping everyone to understand the immensity and gravity of this tragedy. The news media is useless here. The government even worse. They keep lying, saying you have everything you need. Thankfully UA-camrs like you are showing the real story. Be safe and God bless you all. I’m sorry you all have to go through this. Our hearts and prayers are with you. ♥️✝️🙏🏽🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸✊✊✊
I'm not sure what you're watching, but my newsfeeds are covering this deadly and devastating event continually! I've not heard one news outlet say "you have everything you need." Quite the contrary; they are including in their news coverage the "how you can help" websites and phone numbers. Gosh, this terrible event doesn't need naysayers like you spreading false information. Be better, dude.
@@user-bo1rj2xu2s Is that the same media STILL reporting 200 dead? The FEMA/government response has been non-existent. It seems they are only on the scene to prevent the public from helping.
I really thank you for documenting this event for us 😢😢😢 PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE KEEP YOURSELF AND LOVED ONES SAFE. I hope you keep doing a daily update. Posted weekly. MAY God BLESS ALL OF YOU
Thank you for your video. The devastation is so sad and hard to comprehend. So much loss. My son is an UNCA student and was able to get out of his apartment Thursday before the storm. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. ❤
This video gave me so much anxiety... like watching a horror movie. I wanted to shout "Get out, now!" It's so hard when you know what's about to happen and how bad it's going to be.
Well bless you for this extremely informative video! You have a lot to offer others in knowledge! Big hugs and many blessings! Love your drone footage!
My heart goes out to everyone there. I live a few minutes from the gulf coast of Mississippi and have been through Camille and Katrina. God bless and protect yall.
Thank you so much for this very professional video. I'm originally from Waynesville, so Asheville was close enough to do all of our shopping. I had a cabin near Lake Logan, but I doubt it's still there. I'm living in the Shenandoah Mountains now after years in Boston. It's hard to see all of the damage there, but I fear it's just the beginning These super storms were predicted many years ago.
@@eartha911 idk about lake Logan but I was actually just there in Waynesville to do a final walk through and it looked pretty good. Canton downtown was blocked off bc they are still cleaning it up but doesn’t look like anything close to other area. So that’s good
Thank you for sharing this, glad you are all safe. It is sad to see but gives us a little more insight to what can and does happen, our Hearts go out to those affected.
Having lived in tornado alley, it is very strange to see, up close, the difference in the damage patterns. A tornado would have damaged, or destroyed, the building first. And then, damaged the contents inside. From the pictures of the interior of the buildings, it looks as though a tornado went through the inside of the building first. Then, the damage happened to the buildings exterior structure. It's a very disorienting, science fiction-ish type experience. Thank you for showing such clear details. It is quite a learing experience for flatlanders. Stay safe and God Bless.
I am very sorry for all the devastation and tragedy that occurred in your beautiful state. Extremely sad. For those of us living in other states, it would be helpful to know who are the best organizations to donate so people there get help. Sending a big hug, love and prayers from PA. 🙏❤️
A week after hurricane Helene hit our area we still have no water and don't know when we'll get it back, electricity is back in some places. We were very lucky and had no damage, unlike thousands of people who lost everything.
Thank you for this. You are more educational and have a much better speaking voice than any news channel reporter does.
I cant believe you have ads on here still to buy or sell in Asheville! Really?
Do you know where we can check on people we know in the area? My friend lives there and I can't find a way to know if she is ok
@@foreverfreealib
You have to keep in mind that creators have no control over what kinds of ads show on their channels. Also, smaller channels where there are lots of ads aren't even aware half the time that it's happening bc they aren't yet monetized or don't care to become monetized. The only control a creator has is very limited options whether to have them play at the beginning, middle or end, etc. If you paid $13 a month for premium, the only ads you'll see are the one's where a creator informs their viewers about a product.
@@GingerNinja1I refuse to pay for no ads when UA-cam so highly censors
This should be run on national t.V, you did such a wonderful professional job.
This would NEVER have happened if TRUMP were president.
This woman should be a national reporter she is much smarter than then reporters on national TV.
…She is not WOKE enough. She didn’t mention J6, or global warming
I totally agree with you. 100%
23:03 Media Failure
@@pghshops the media use be the people, NOW it’s the government
ELENA
Elena is just terrific.
Outstanding work.....simply outstanding
Don't ya just love her....!
James Hennighan
Yorkshire, England
You filmed history. Well done. The media isn’t showing everything. Thank God for people like you!
Ashville
I don't anyone could have done this documentary better. You're a gem.
This is heartbreaking 💔
@@heathermunoz6282 🙏 it truly was not planned and I wish i never had to it💔
Are you okay??@@livinginashevillenc
@@tenerifecats6652 the amount of water and pressure we got in a very short amount of time was catastrophic and those dams wouldn’t have been able to hold- from what I hear.
I heard somewhere they compared Niagara falls amount of water with what we got in our little rivers. Of course it blew everything up
@@livinginashevillenc Wow.
Yes, very well done
Although it is small consolation now, someday you, your family and community will be grateful that you documented this disaster as it unfolded. This video was well-produced and informative on many levels. It will doubtless give many individuals and cities ideas for mitigating-to the extent any of us can-future such tragedies.
@@JimPaloAlto I can’t even think about far into future rn, so many immediate needs. But thank you 🙏
Agreed. I'm in Illinois trying to figure out what's happening and this gave very good insight.
This should win an award. The drone footage unreal.
Elena, you are practically a professional news reporter...you are great at narrating while walking, driving or at home putting sound down over video you've already shot. Very nice work and as others have said, this should have been aired by all of the mainstream media to actually show and explain what happened there.
Thank you for kind words 🙏
You’ve done a good job showing your Community to all of us. Thank you!
No volume?
@@tina-mariecrocker5687I have volume. 10/05/24
@@lisajeter9511 Thank you🙏
Sad
This was excellent reporting, thank you for doing this. The drone images are haunting. Wishing the people of Asheville strength and a speedy recovery from this terrible disaster.
@@evelina2363 Thank you❤️
Absolutely great monitoring of how slowly, but surely flash flooding can destroy your local surroundings
@@kevinfotsch6421 💔
Hi. Thank you for this video. I live 1.5 hours from Asheville near Morganton, NC. We had some storm damage here but absolutely nothing like the damage done to Asheville. My sister-in-law lives off of highway N-63 in north west Asheville. She is ok and we are so grateful that she did not lose her life like so many others that we have heard about. Stay strong and most importantly stay safe. I am praying for you all.
@@TheCora79 🙏 Thank you!
I don’t know how much we can believe if anything.
@@lisajeter9511What are you referring to?
Your before and after is impactful and better than most media coverage. When you mentioned your gas stove it hit home. Through the years we've be without power for multiple days (nothing like what you're experiencing), and the gas stove is a God send. All the best to you and your family.
Most gas stoves require electricity to light. The tide is turning back a bit, but I remember telling many salesmen, there’s no advantage to them!
@kimkelso Gas stoves can be inoperable as well. (Btw, Our last names)
The PVC factory in Woodfin has had a massive chemical spill into the French Broad. The mud is to be considered highly toxic and caustic and has polluted the already leveled town of Marshall! The media is not covering the full extent of the damage and lives lost. Almost 100 lost souls have been recovered in Swananoa alone.😥
@@unclemaumau9878 yeah I know. Boots are melting in the mud…
Oh, goodness. 😢 My heart just breaks for all of you.
Where are you getting this information?
regarding chemical spill?
@@margaretford141 Silver line plastics in woodfin has had a breach
She is a very wise woman. Better to be prepared rather than caught off guard.
Never heard od Assville
I bet that you are glad that you recorded before. It was beautiful. Looks peaceful. It' s so sad what happened. Thank you for making this video
@@BeAHappyCamper2Day I honestly got sick watching the ready video when it was ready. My team does editing overseas and sends me final cut
EXCEPTIONAL VIDEO; THANK YOU; OUR PRAYERS ARE WITH EVERYONE.
I'm glad you mentioned the presence of E coli. I think there's a lot of people that are oblivious to the fact that it's there.
Thank you for this video. It is one of the purest looks at what happened and continues to happen from an inside perspective.
@@SoloSOLIVING of course 🙏
@@livinginashevillenc Please continue giving out the news about weather , etccc.
You deserve an Award for all your videos , your time , etcc. Please stay safe !!!
By now, you should know, there's another hurricane moving toward Florida by Midweek 10/6/2024 - 10/12/2024 .
I read an article about it . Don't forget about going to the grocery stores, your children school if they let them off early , etcccc.
I subscribed and thumbs Up !!!! I will recommend this to my families and friends throughout The U.S.A. about your Channel.
lake lure resident of 30 yrs here.. thank you for this video.. just getting to see the destruction.. 🙏🙏🙏
Thank you for sharing this. You did a great job documenting the extent of this disaster and how it escalated beyond "typical flooding" into a completely teagic natural disaster. And you are correct, the outside world is only now beginning to realize how devastated the Western North Carolina communities are. We appreciate your shared timeline and documentary, are grateful for your safety and will continue praying for you and all of Western North Carolina
@@lynnbutler2826 of course
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WOW… I pray that everyone living in North & South Carolina that was affected by Hurricane Helene are SAFE and that you get the help you desperately need.
Thank you for this video! God bless. 💜🙏🏻
So sad for all the people living there. This looks like a stunningly beautiful location.
@@torilea8104 it’s absolutely beautiful. Was, still is and always will be
@livinginashevillenc much love from Ohio
Its easily one of the most beautiful areas in the nation. Its hard to believe how hard it was hit...
I live in south Asheville . Just seeing the vast number of trees down is so sad . I finally got cell access back after a week and seeing other damage is heartbreaking . The road to Chimney Rock , where I often drive through , is gone . I’m extremely blessed, compared to so many others who have lost so much
@@sue8344Grindstone Ministries is bring relief...
This lady tells the truth. You wouldn’t think a large city like Asheville could have so much damage, but with 3 rivers and so many low areas, it’s kinda scary. That’s not counting all the big trees that come down because of so much rain and flooding, and the wind. She said it’s a 100 year event. We had one of those 100 years storms years ago in Iowa. It did so much damage to a lot of towns in Iowa, plus in our town. Lots of rain and flooding. Prayers sent up for Asheville and lots of areas, plus the loss of so many people and some still not found. It’s just a sad thing to happen.
Turns out it was more like a 200 year event💔 or more
@@livinginashevillencNah, since dumb Americans won’t stop eating animals and driving gas-powered cars, this is just the start. Good luck to your grand babies.
I would believe this lady before I would ever believe the Media .
@@livinginashevillenc 1000 year their saying. next week it'll be 2000 year event
Asheville is a small city
you are right about the media not reporting. i didn’t know how bad it was/is but for peoples videos. i’m so sorry.
Ask yourself, where is the media and where is the gov't.
It's the same in Augusta Ga. We lost 75% of our trees. We still don't have power, gas is hard to find, also ice. My town is destroyed 😢
Praying for all of you!
Here in Central FL and another one is on the way to our state in a couple days.
So sad to see
Look into the wildlife corridor in the 20 30 agenda for sustainability
I recieve more news on UA-cam than I would IF I was watching Cable , etccc.
I stopped watching the Media , over 3 years ago .
As someone that's never seen a hurricane, thank you for sharing this. My prayers go out to you and your family, and to all those affected by this. I'm in northeastern Minnesota.
I’m glad you drove through before everything happened. What a beautiful community.
Elena you made a powerful documentary with thoughtful insight about the potential impact. And your before and after coverage is so thorough, especially the drone coverage. Thank you for sharing this video.
My heart goes out to those that have lost loved ones, have washed away homes and towns, and ruined homes. I’m also praying for you that have no power, water, or communication from internet.
May each of you feel the love and comfort of our Saviour, Yahusha, and have all your needs met. He loves you so.
🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻♥️🙏🏻
Who’s this savior? Yahusha? Just curious 🫶🏼🤓
@@halleyostrander7371 Yahusha is the correct biblical name for who most would call 'Jesus'
@@9critterchris877 Thank you
Jesus.
Hurricane Katrina
You did a remarkable job reporting this. Extremely professionally worded and shot, perfectly paced, realistic and free of drama and hype. Simply real and flawless. You are very talented.
Wow, what insightful thoughts to start recordings days before the storm hits!! Thank you for such great reports on this directly from your living there. Bless all that are still helping with needs also being discovered! Prayers for all horrifecly affected & all those who lost lives & pets as well!!
Our hearts go out to everyone who was affected by the storm. We are praying and helping from afar. This is heartbreaking
I’m glad that you took the time to do this video and I pray that you’ll continue to be a blessing to All of us ❤
Great footage. You made some excellent points not just about pre-storm prepping, but also about local infrastructure. You showed ppl how much damage a somewhat small river can cause. Especially, when it involves local businesses. Praying for all those affect by this deadly storm.
@@GingerNinja1 Thank you
Thank you for your effort to let the rest of the country see what’s going on in your beautiful historic community
Excellent drone footage and reporting. Just pure devastation. Nothing is TMI, it's important for us to know your reality. It puts things in perspective real quick. Much love. again, thank you.
My daughter lives in Weaverville just north of Asheville. I could not reach her from Friday to Monday of the storm. Thankfully, a neighbor texted me to let me know she was ok. Her neighbor had a gas stove so they could cook. She has all utilities and cell service back as of this last Thursday I believe it was. Her home is fine. Both her Father & sister's homes in Burnsville were not as lucky. She is helping her father tear out sheetrock because they are #70 on the list for the restoration company and the sheetrock was starting to mold already. Her brother-in-law is working on their house, it had 2 trees on it but not sure if it penetrated the roof. I just can't imagine how devastating it is in Asheville. I was just there the end of August visiting my daughter. The damage and loss of life in Buncombe county alone is immeasurable and devastating. God Bless you all and keep you safe. Prayers for God's strength and grace to carry everone through this horrific time.
Amen to your prayers from an Aussie Nana. 🇦🇺🤗💞🙏👍✌️👏✝️🇺🇸
Im in Bryson City, my son lives in Asheville and it's unbelievable how people are still without the essentials. That just shows you how intense the damage is from Helena. Amazing job on the video, thank you for sharing this and informing those who have planned their Fall vacation here. The devastation is surreal.
@@KatsWind yes, it’s very different just an hour away from Asheville or other area
@@KatsWind if do not have support from the government, you will NOTHING from FEMA. $750 per household and you have to apply for it. The general public are doing MORE than the government
Get nothing
@@livinginashevillencim in caldwell county, just the other side of Burke county. Maybe 50 miles away. Sure we had thousands of broken trees, 50+mph winds and flooding in low areas (our makor riverway is located pretty far from any towns, so theres that, at least) and no power for 5 days
All of that is NOTHING compared to just 15-20 miles west of here. It hurts to see this. Asheville has been changing for the worse in the last 20 years or so and ive stopped visiting for the most part, the new people moving in... transplants from California....but even still, I'd never want this for anyone
keep in mind, there's another hurricane coming midweek , now is a time to keep track of the weather and prepare .
It was so nice seeing the drone footage of before and after. Thank you so much. Praying for the east. Stay safe.
We live in Austin, TX, but have land in Leicester, NC that we plan to build on when we retire. I am heartbroken by the loss of lives and life in this area we fell in love with. Your videos are always very helpful and I hope you and your community are able to support each other through this very hard time.
@@Qmelissa i hear Leicester didn’t get that much damage
That’s pronounced Lester🤣
Thank you for this video.I have a friend from Arden North Carolina. Are they close to the affected areas because I don't have her new number thank u
Thank you for updating America!
😢❤🙏🏼🫶🏻My family is praying for you who are suffering.
Excellent reporting & production. Thank you.
thank you for providing this, sharing, taking us on your journey. most of all, thank you for your wise and kind words.
@@idontknow-qo7fp 🥺You are welcome
Hi, I was transfixed by your video. I live in Black Mountain, and had just finished moving my brother out of his house off Riceville rd. Thursday night. Thankfully we were all safe at my Mothers house on Friday in Blk. Mtn. We were so lucky!! Just power and water out. I say "just" but things like this really put things in a different perspective, don't they? We found we were even luckier that a close neighbor had an above ground pool we could dip buckets to flush toilets. We stuck it out thru Monday and it was very heartwarming to see the way neighbors were helping each other thru the emotional and physical challenges that arose. We had just the night before finished moving from the Buffalo Mountain neighborhood off of Riceville Road to a neighborhood off of N. Blue Ridge in Black Mountain. The house we moved to did not have any notable damage and with all of the destruction just down the hill from where we were at we have so much to be thankful for. We are in Atlanta now with family and transfixed by the video and images we have been seeing. it's heartbreaking. Quick question.... at 21:45 in the video you pass by the white Riceville Church...when we were moving our other vehicle got a flat tire and we had to park it at that church, planning to have it towed the next day and exhausted from moving we had not been paying any attention to the weather reports. Is there any chance you could look at the unedited video and see if you can see our gold Honda Pilot parked in front of that church and if it has any tree damage. I hate to think of how many trees fell in our old neighborhood. We won't be back up to be able to check on it for an uncertain amount of time. A lot of things are uncertain right now but I am certain that those mountains are where I want to live. Your videos are always very informative and full of practical advice that shows how much you care. Thank you for that!
@@sharontrish6229 I’m so sorry you’re dealing with this too rn. Email me your number and I’ll send you that clip so you can see
Thank you for this- I am so sorry for all the loss and devastation. Asheville has an incredible spirit and will come back stronger then ever. Glad you are safe.
@@DebraV711711 Thank you
Prayers for everyone affected by this hurricane.
No way! I'm glad you made this video and showed everyone what's happened. I've been following this channel for a long time and was worried about you when I heard about how bad it was in NC. Glad to see you and your husband advocating for your community!
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Glad you are safe. We live in Bryson City, which really got spared the devastation of towns west of us. Thanks for the coverage. It’s heartbreaking the damage this caused to this wonderful area.
@@bluegrassbodhisattva9839 it sure is and we aren’t even seeing everything that’s going on. Really feel for first responders rn
Prayers lifted for all the people that have been affected in this horrific disaster 🙏
Thank you showing the people in other states to see what is happening in Asheville. I live in W est end of Ga. But there is lots of damage around Augusta close to S.C. my son is helping in that area to restore power. Lots of unbelievable damage of properties homes loss of everything and loss of lives.so tragic sad. But take care stay safe..🙏🙏
I am so sorry! I visited many years ago, it was beautiful! My heart breaks for all of you! Thank you for the video!
Good job!!! Very detailed, you narrated this video extremely well. Wish you and your family well. God be with you!
Thank you for your video. I live in Southeastern Virginia and am a Biltmore season pass holder and I love visiting the Asheville area. It is amazing that you decided to do this video not knowing how bad it was going to be. I’m sending prayers to you and all those affected by Hurricane Helene.
@@kathleenserwon1464 Thank you
Thank you for showing the extent of the damage. My heart is broken for you and the residents and business owners in and around Asheville!
Elena, thank you for your insights and courage. Living in Hawaii I am well acquainted with tropical storms, but you are enduring an unusually dire hardship with days without basic necessities. My thoughts are with you and your family and neighbors.
@@mt2766 Thank you
My heart goes out to North Carolina. May God be with you and bring you comfort and peace.
Our thoughts and prayers are with everyone!💕🙏💕
@@elainemccormick5719 Thank you
Thank you for your initiative in taking this video. No one has shown the timeline, as you have done. This video should go viral. GOD bless you and our prayers still with all you folks. We have help and we continue to assist as much as possible.
Thank you for sharing this. It’s good to see this from an honest, no nonsense perspective. We have been watching your videos for a couple years and appreciate your truthfulness about all aspects of real estate. We live on the Gulf Coast of Florida and are afraid of the next hurricane that is coming. We had planned to move to western NC in the next year, so seeing this devastation is kind of personal to us. I don’t see how the whole area will recover for a long time. Blessings to you and your family. We hope that you get power back soon. Now we have to go prepare for a storm that will be called Milton once it forms, and the path is straight at us here in the Fort Myers area. Can’t believe it- another one. Best wishes always. ❤️👍🙏
@@lauriej4597 Thank you
Elena, thanks for sharing this video. Claire and I also discounted the warnings - and like you we were totally surprised by the extent of the damage. Our house is on a high spot 65' above Haw Creek. It was not damaged, but no power, no water, no internet, no useful cell signal. We're staying in Charlotte right now. Will come back to Asheville when early voting starts, then will leave again and stay in Greenville which is closer to hom.
it was hard to imagine what was going to happen and no one was really prepared.
Out of all the videos I've seen related to the flooding in Asheville, you are the only one who have acknowledged that it is a flood zone and you're the only one who mentioned the flood in 2004.
Yes, this storm/flooding is historic, but it seems like everyone else doesn't have the knowledge you do.
@@latoriarichardson6754 they do, just now maybe not the time to remember every detail about past events.
Idk…
I can only speak for myself though
Sounds like you are trying to blame the residents for the flood, because they “should have known it was a floodplain”. Most of the USA population lives in a flood plain, especially if they have 30 plus inches of rain dumped on them in 24 hours. These people didn’t deserve to experience this level of destruction and death.
My thoughts exactly
@@livinginashevillenc I think you did a great job sharing your perception and awareness of the situation without shaming your neighbors in Asheville. Digital hugs to you all.
I hate such a beautiful community is going through this. I just pray it will not be taken from the people like ive been hearing. Much love to everyone there
Excellent visuals from before the storm and the after. My parents lived in Asheville until 2004 so I visited there many times. They lived off Beaverdam Road, which was off Merrimon Avenue there at an Ingles grocery store. I can't help but wonder how the home they built up there fared during that terrible storm and if they'd have even been able to get back down the mountain to town. I am so glad that you are okay and that your home and vehicle is too. That's a lot to be thankful for after an event as devastating as Helene. Take care and be safe. I have subscribed to see what you will show us as recovery begins and life begins to grow and flourish once more. 😊 ❤ 🙏
@@cathyprosser1050 ❤️🙏
Wow! Great video! I stayed in Thursday and Friday. Thanks for showing me what was happening. Luckily everything where I am is fine. Just got internet back today am finally seeing the images of what took place. I’m glad you are safe! Thanks again for your videos!
@@bobroberts9114 You are welcome❤️
God Bless you and your Heart.Thankyou so much for helping others that are in trouble.
What a sweet lady you are. I cried when I saw what is happening there. May God Protect and Strengthen your people.
This looks like Nashville 2010 all over again. Asheville folks, hope y'all stay safe and stay strong
thank you
I remember Nashville, only cause I get my info online. blessings❤
@@juneyshu6197 I was 9 and watching it on the news. I can still remember watching it, in sheer terror of the whole situation
I’m saving this. I’ve learned so much from storms, hurricane, tornado, and the alleged “Derecho” that occurred in South East Texas this year. It is important to prepare ahead of time if you can. HELP goes like this: Family/property>> immediate Neighbors>>Community. AS A RESIDENT, assume the actual local govt will not be able to help, as a capable resident you must prepare for at least a week maybe two as only being able to depend on you and your community for help in that length of time.
Excellent video. Subscribed.
I live in Texas and have mainly heat and drought problems.
BUT as cities keep converting farm land into housing developments - we have flooding too!
People DO need to do their homework before moving to lush, green areas! Those beautiful green landscapes can come with a price. Thanks for your excellent delivery of important information for people wanting to move. Move really anywhere they were not raised in!
People get use to a life of “needing to get in their cars and shop and eat and THEN Mother Nature shows herself.
When I see my car 1/2 full of gas - I’ve trained my mind to see EMPTY: fill up!
Thanks again for your coverage of damage in the area and the sincere concern for others!❤
@@wichitatxgal yes all this gave us and everyone (I hope) a sense of urgency to be always prepared
Me too! N CA❤
This has nothing to do with "mother nature" sadly
Thank you. This is unbelievable. I have family in N.C. They are safe but my heart goes out to all. Both the residents and first responder, national guards and military.
Thanks for your honesty . Prayers for all affected 🙏🙏🙏
California here. Thank you for helping everyone to understand the immensity and gravity of this tragedy. The news media is useless here. The government even worse. They keep lying, saying you have everything you need. Thankfully UA-camrs like you are showing the real story. Be safe and God bless you all. I’m sorry you all have to go through this. Our hearts and prayers are with you. ♥️✝️🙏🏽🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸✊✊✊
I'm not sure what you're watching, but my newsfeeds are covering this deadly and devastating event continually! I've not heard one news outlet say "you have everything you need." Quite the contrary; they are including in their news coverage the "how you can help" websites and phone numbers. Gosh, this terrible event doesn't need naysayers like you spreading false information. Be better, dude.
@@user-bo1rj2xu2s
But you don’t give the sources.
ABL on YT has been there since day 1.
People don’t have radios. No electricity. No water. 😢
@@user-bo1rj2xu2s Is that the same media STILL reporting 200 dead? The FEMA/government response has been non-existent. It seems they are only on the scene to prevent the public from helping.
The Prez said they have what they need.
@@sanrafaelhoa1363
That’s a lie.
Thank you for making and sharing this video. I’d like to know when FEMA showed up and how helpful they have been.
I'm so glad that you and your family are safe! Thank you for sharing this with us and God bless you!
@@pamelabrumfield7679 Thank you❤️
I really thank you for documenting this event for us 😢😢😢
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE
KEEP YOURSELF AND LOVED ONES SAFE.
I hope you keep doing a daily update. Posted weekly.
MAY God BLESS ALL OF YOU
Thank you for your video. The devastation is so sad and hard to comprehend. So much loss. My son is an UNCA student and was able to get out of his apartment Thursday before the storm. Keeping you all in our thoughts and prayers. ❤
This video gave me so much anxiety... like watching a horror movie. I wanted to shout "Get out, now!" It's so hard when you know what's about to happen and how bad it's going to be.
@@kenziedayne4234 trust me i got sick to my stomach watching final cut (when my team send it to me)
Thank U for the time, care, and attention with which you have clearly put into this sharing.
...i'm only 8 minutes in.
Thank U.
May U be well.
@@sloseabass97 Thank you
Great job, I have seen many aftermath videos. Seeing the pre-conditions really helps to understand the scope of what happened there. God Bless!
Well bless you for this extremely informative video! You have a lot to offer others in knowledge! Big hugs and many blessings! Love your drone footage!
Well this is the report I have been waiting for. Glad you and fam are safe. ❤
Praying for all up there. Thank you for the video. Stay safe.
@@jennyh1970 Thank you!
Only half way through and you seem so calm i would had been freaking out. Werent you? Scary. Thank you for sharing this. Prayers
@@mitchellj.868 we had no idea what was really coming and then we had no cell service/internet so didn’t even know the extent of damage.
My heart goes out to everyone there.
I live a few minutes from the gulf coast of Mississippi and have been through Camille and Katrina. God bless and protect yall.
Excellent piece. Very sad yet informative.
Thank you so much for this very professional video. I'm originally from Waynesville, so Asheville was close enough to do all of our shopping. I had a cabin near Lake Logan, but I doubt it's still there. I'm living in the Shenandoah Mountains now after years in Boston. It's hard to see all of the damage there, but I fear it's just the beginning These super storms were predicted many years ago.
@@eartha911 idk about lake Logan but I was actually just there in Waynesville to do a final walk through and it looked pretty good.
Canton downtown was blocked off bc they are still cleaning it up but doesn’t look like anything close to other area. So that’s good
YT will not let me give your video a like. Thank you for sharing this story and getting the true word out about what's happening.
Great presentation! Thank you! God bless you!
@@bensprinks 🙏
Thank you for sharing this, glad you are all safe. It is sad to see but gives us a little more insight to what can and does happen, our Hearts go out to those affected.
Having lived in tornado alley, it is very strange to see, up close, the difference in the damage patterns.
A tornado would have damaged, or destroyed, the building first. And then, damaged the contents inside.
From the pictures of the interior of the buildings, it looks as though a tornado went through the inside of the building first. Then, the damage happened to the buildings exterior structure.
It's a very disorienting, science fiction-ish type experience.
Thank you for showing such clear details.
It is quite a learing experience for flatlanders.
Stay safe and God Bless.
@@abigail01441 ❤️
An amazing record and commentary. Thank you. Wish you all the best and safety and comfort in these difficult times.
Thank you for being Guardian Angels to those in need! Thank you your video. Prayers to all affected by Hurricane Helene.
@@donnadoddsilvia8104 🙏
Very good video. I loved how you spoke with hope but also caution. Praying for those affected.
Great job reporting!
@@Sylvia-zv1eq Thank you
This is incredible. You’re much better than a professional. We love you and my prayers are with you and your neighbors. ❤
Very helpful to get this perspective.
@@andrewash9318 🙏
@@livinginashevillenc Thank you, Mr. Logan.
Thank you for this video. I will share with many. You take care if yourself, family and friends. God bless you!
Thankyou for sharing this. I hope you are all OK. Sending love and blessings to you all.
@@kerrygrbich262 we personally are ok. No water still and worried about the timeline for it to be back, as well as contamination
Your video provided excellent reporting. Thank you for taking the time to document . I hope your power is restored soon…
Thank you for your video. PRAYERS go out to everyone affected.
Incredible video…I used to live in the Grove Park area. This video was so brave and informative. Thank you and stay safe.
@@vxkirsch Thank you❤️
I am very sorry for all the devastation and tragedy that occurred in your beautiful state. Extremely sad. For those of us living in other states, it would be helpful to know who are the best organizations to donate so people there get help. Sending a big hug, love and prayers from PA. 🙏❤️
@@dorism4697 Thank you!