Hurricane ravaged Fort Myers Beach

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  • @DavidWiggins-my1it
    @DavidWiggins-my1it 2 роки тому +63

    That is my Leopard 40 “Kavalea”! She was lifted out of the mangroves on 11/4 and while she has some scrapes, scratches, and bruises she is in remarkable shape. We lived on our boat in Snook Bight Marina until Ian demolished our beautiful island. When she was placed back in the water we did a full assessment of her systems and then she started right up. Two days later we motored 8 hours to our new marina near Naples. We are now getting ready to put her in a yard in Ft Lauderdale for fiberglass and gel coat repairs.

  • @Colin3345
    @Colin3345 2 роки тому +66

    I feel like you would be the person I would want helping in this situation. Always bringing a Positive attitude, know how, and problem solving skills to the table.

    • @jipangoo
      @jipangoo 2 роки тому

      No. This is a guy who would f...k you in the ass when you're not looking. You'd be pulling up the anchor or something and BANG
      He'd be all greased up and ready to go and you'd have no say in the matter

    • @jipangoo
      @jipangoo 2 роки тому

      I've met bearded types with shit-eating grins before. They're all the same. One minute you're an ass virgin..... and the next you're not!

  • @NealORussa
    @NealORussa 2 роки тому +21

    I know you have a sailing channel but this is by far the best depiction of Ft Meyers storm damage i have seen. Thank you.

  • @quadlazer
    @quadlazer 2 роки тому +94

    This is the first video that really clued me in to the extent of all the destruction. Thanks for taking the time to document it. Also, the briefcase is mine. It must of fallen off my yacht that got stuck in the mangroves.

    • @steved.9839
      @steved.9839 2 роки тому +3

      Yes our yacht and shared briefcase were adrift.

    • @dl4932
      @dl4932 2 роки тому +1

      Yeah, me too had no idea it was that bad ! Feel for all the people affected

    • @mycompasslawp.a.4328
      @mycompasslawp.a.4328 2 роки тому +1

      Just to add a little more context, I am about 40 miles up river from Fort Myers Beach, the Caloosahatchee river, and my dock was about 6 feet under water for a couple days after the storm. Our elevation here is about 43 feet above sea level. I believe Sam has navigated this water way that connects the West Coast of Florida to the East Coast of Florida.

    • @mtadams2009
      @mtadams2009 2 роки тому +15

      @@timmitchell8784 Seems like he was working pretty hard helping his family. You seem pretty salty. I am not sure if you have ever done any work like this before, but it’s pretty hard work and endless.

    • @leanneadams2549
      @leanneadams2549 2 роки тому +3

      @@mtadams2009 I agree Scott and those solar panels weren’t cheap I bet !!! And pulling wet drywall had to have been a heavy, smelly job. He was first focused on his grandmother and that is why he went there !! Did they not see for several days he worked very hard ? Everyone is helping in their own way !!!!! And those comments aren’t needed especially now !!!

  • @trailsandsails2722
    @trailsandsails2722 2 роки тому +8

    Wow...what a mess and what a lot of work!! Your grandma is blessed with a terrific grandson!

    • @marymonteith3780
      @marymonteith3780 2 роки тому

      Yes, Sam, you have such a kind soul and are a blessing to help put your g’ma’s house back together after this devastating hurricane Ian. Love watching you work your magic with the solar hookups and building your sailing foils. Amazing! Let your adventures continue!!!😂❤

  • @dalwilson4511
    @dalwilson4511 2 роки тому +23

    Sorry to see such devastation in your nans house I hope she is safe. Your a good guy to help her with her stuff ! Peace bro

  • @BabbittdaWabbitt
    @BabbittdaWabbitt 2 роки тому +32

    Only you Sam, would find a case with around $160 k in it. Looks like you’re getting things sorted . Big job.

    • @KevynSmith-s5j
      @KevynSmith-s5j 3 місяці тому

      160?¿ screen shot it really quick I counted just under a quarter million......Maaaan thats dream boat money

    • @BabbittdaWabbitt
      @BabbittdaWabbitt 3 місяці тому

      I totally forgot about that…wonder if anyone claimed it. Never heard.

    • @KevynSmith-s5j
      @KevynSmith-s5j 3 місяці тому

      @@BabbittdaWabbitt right I wanna know...... Sam what did you do with the briefcase of many racks?

  • @petercosta7662
    @petercosta7662 Рік тому +1

    Crazy being in Northern California I know fires are going to happen every year but we still build and live life like yall,hurricane damage is wild,rock on east coast

    • @KevynSmith-s5j
      @KevynSmith-s5j 3 місяці тому

      Yup SoCals on fire to my ol home and Oregon where I am now go figure

  • @davidc6510
    @davidc6510 2 роки тому +6

    Another cool segment of Sam Holmes "Renovations". Oh my that was some crazy damage. Great job cleaning up your grandmother's house. Congratulations on 200K subscribers. Thanks for sharing!

  • @lory2622
    @lory2622 2 роки тому +9

    Just a simple thank you for being out there and telling your story. You do it in a simple way that is entertaining and informative. I hope your gram’s all set up now and I am looking forward to seeing your winter adventures.

  • @billchinook3292
    @billchinook3292 2 роки тому +11

    Wow Sam, I hope you grandmother is OK after going through that. Those are the first real pictures I've seen of the damage down there. Stay safe!!

  • @dscripps
    @dscripps 2 роки тому +5

    Saw the devastation in FMB last week while driving around. Thanks for showing us a glimpse into the damage beyond the main road. Your mom’s a hard worker just like you.

  • @jsoo67
    @jsoo67 2 роки тому +2

    10:59 I find that cool and hilarious at the same time, it's like hey it's been rough. Have a drink.

  • @modrarybivrana5654
    @modrarybivrana5654 2 роки тому

    My 88 yrold dad lives over in Leigh High Acres and weathered out the storm in his home (as he always has). He did not have much damage as most of the trees he had to cut down after the last hurricane. I appreciate seeing the raw unvarnished nature of your surveying the scene. Love your channel, you are a lucky dude.

  • @markgamble7699
    @markgamble7699 2 роки тому +4

    Awesome help you have been for your Grandmother’s home… Nice to see you put that briefcase out there for those who may have lost it… Honesty is hard to find these days…

  • @chasingsunsets380
    @chasingsunsets380 2 роки тому +5

    Having grown up on the pan handle, I have seen a few hurricane zones of destruction. This one was bad. Glad no casualties in your family and the house does not look bad at all compared to the total destruction of the area. So glad you were able to help your family. Family counts when all else fails. A follow up video in a few months would be nice, both of the house and the area.
    Good luck with the recovery.

  • @beniank9091
    @beniank9091 2 роки тому +1

    Wow the destruction was crazy Sam. Be safe out there, I can't believe you questioned Mom on her shelf building abilities LOL.

  • @joebrown1382
    @joebrown1382 2 роки тому +2

    Getting a lot cleaned up. Your video of the damages is better than National news. Doing a great job Sam.

  • @oths1644
    @oths1644 2 роки тому +2

    That water level line is crazy!

  • @gghhiiyy456
    @gghhiiyy456 2 роки тому +1

    Wow I can’t believe your energy, strength and abilities. Your folks are so lucky to have you there

  • @anthonybomberry9935
    @anthonybomberry9935 2 роки тому +4

    It's amazing to me the barren minded people and media that let things like that happen , your mom has the best son in the world, I remodeled homes in my younger days I know how hard that work is , bless you and Ma!

  • @mogliilgom5055
    @mogliilgom5055 2 роки тому +2

    Good luck to you all with the rebuild. BTW the briefcase with the cash is mine. I wondered where I left it.

  • @PsRohrbaugh
    @PsRohrbaugh 2 роки тому +4

    I live in Fort Myers. It's been rough. Had a foot of water in my house, but that's a lot better than others.

  • @iAmpatent
    @iAmpatent 2 роки тому +1

    11:31 Snowy Egret, American Oystercatchers, and American Avocets! Good birds!

  • @saki7673
    @saki7673 2 роки тому +1

    I live in the area and it is nice to see someone out helping the community. Be safe~

  • @jokoz1000
    @jokoz1000 2 роки тому

    I love your can do attitude. You managed to have some fun repairing your boards. Thanks for sharing this personal experience with us.

  • @huntsail3727
    @huntsail3727 2 роки тому +2

    Kudos for pitching in to help. Great work ethic and attitude. Hope all goes well in the rebuild for you and your relatives.

  • @chrisstratton987
    @chrisstratton987 2 роки тому +1

    Sam, 😆Off roading in the Prius!!! Seriously, I had no idea of the scope of the destruction until your vlog.. Holy cow!!! My prayers to the people, business and communities torn asunder by Ian. That poor "Capt. Tony"!!!

  • @uncannyvalleywoods7248
    @uncannyvalleywoods7248 2 роки тому +2

    I went through Katrina in '05 in Bay St. Louis MS. Even after seeing the worst of a hurricane, you never get used to how bizzaro it all is afterwards.

  • @marxtr6
    @marxtr6 2 роки тому

    Our best to your grand mother. Kaduna should never have to go through this. She’s lucky to have you. ❤️

  • @jnbond
    @jnbond 2 роки тому +2

    This video just came up in my feed. Just wow with the reality of all the destruction!! Thank you for sharing!! Was this filmed immediately right after Ian or is this more recent video footage?

  • @terrygrady7683
    @terrygrady7683 2 роки тому +1

    That's a lot of work. Your mom gets to it. She is lucky to have you.

  • @grindz145
    @grindz145 2 роки тому +1

    I love Sam's attitude. Kind of the "this is fine" meme. Happily paddle boarding past a sunken car 😜

  • @eriklee7643
    @eriklee7643 2 роки тому

    Me and my dad have been helping with hurricane clean up and it's not easy good for you helping out your grandma

  • @FunsongsMusicByPeterRahill
    @FunsongsMusicByPeterRahill 2 роки тому +2

    23:05 - Ah, yes - the flying tender... will take you where you need to go.

  • @Zachmanpearl
    @Zachmanpearl 2 роки тому +2

    Awesome job. But can you please elaborate on the briefcase filled with cash!??

  • @sailingsomeday5975
    @sailingsomeday5975 2 роки тому +1

    Thats where it went - Thanks for letting me know where my case went to.....😀

  • @seantaylor4107
    @seantaylor4107 2 роки тому +2

    Welcome Back to NC. Prayers for Florida and your GMA. Cheers.

  • @bowdezaufa2609
    @bowdezaufa2609 2 роки тому

    Your style of video is great. I literally fall asleep watching other channels. Something about your videos is very engaging.

  • @franzperont5669
    @franzperont5669 Рік тому

    Wow. this is jaw-dropping footage of the devastation probably some of the most in-depth coverage of the aftermath on UA-cam. Best of luck with the house repairs

  • @jasonlightfoot4145
    @jasonlightfoot4145 2 роки тому +2

    I was there last week, the devastation is beyond anything I have ever seen and could not imagine how anyone rode that storm out. I was in Cape Canaveral for Nicole in my truck camper and that was pretty intense and it was a cat 1 I couldn't imagine a 4/5

  • @rainfinger
    @rainfinger 2 роки тому +1

    Great video, showing what it is really like at shore level post Hurricane Ian.

  • @ImnotChuck.
    @ImnotChuck. 2 роки тому +1

    I lived in Sarasota for a while, so I know the area a bit. Your video really showed more than any "news" outlet. Thanks and best wishes to your grandmother.

  • @robertmagrini
    @robertmagrini 2 роки тому +2

    Not easy. I was on FL Keys for Irma on 2017. Kinda reminded me on how awfull and destructive it can be. Glad family is ok. And the lady that built the shelves she's a tough lady. Thanks for sharing.

  • @sullybiker6520
    @sullybiker6520 2 роки тому +1

    Hey Sam, I love watching your adventures wherever you may be. It's with a heavy heart I see what's happened in Fort Myers. I hope you can all get it cleaned up as soon as possible. Best wishes for the holidays.

  • @SailingWithDave
    @SailingWithDave 2 роки тому +4

    Oh man, its so sad to see all those boats stranded and the devastation is unbelievable. It never fails to amaze me just how powerful Mother nature is.

    • @SunshineSailing84
      @SunshineSailing84 2 роки тому

      Not judging, really curious: do places like this have no sea defenses at all, so close to the coast?

    • @SailingWithDave
      @SailingWithDave 2 роки тому +1

      @@SunshineSailing84 I guess it wouldn't stop the wind damage. I've been to Fort Myers and they definitely have Sea Defenses but I remember someone there telling me that it's very hard to protect Florida in general due to the whole place being so low. Due to the size of the hurricane, it probably overwhelmed the defenses anyway.

  • @HeidiandFranny
    @HeidiandFranny 2 роки тому

    Great video Sam. I grew up in Naples and there really hasn't been much since Donna in 1960. This one was really terrible. We had just move to Lauderdale when it hit. We closed on a boat the week of the second one. Really bummed I missed you at the show. I was there With David and Mary Shih and was hoping to say hi. Thanks again. Franny

  • @SteveeCee
    @SteveeCee 2 роки тому +3

    Wow Sam!! What utter destruction. Wishing your Nan and the residents of Florida all the best. All I can think is thank god Florida has a proper Govenor to help recovery.

  • @bravescatz
    @bravescatz 2 роки тому

    Glad you have the solar generators. Helps a lot I am sure. The devastation is heartbreaking. Glad you are there to help.

  • @lifelong5425
    @lifelong5425 2 роки тому +8

    A big difference from Europe Sam. Until seeing this, like all tragedy, once out of the news, you forget about it and focus on the next horror shows of nature. To see you back in the U.S. is like you never left, but to see what you went into is biohazard and apocalyptic type destruction. The fact that the house is saveable is amazing, and there you were, moving on and doing glass work on boards...lol....Take care, and hopefully the rebuild will go well.....

  • @msf60khz
    @msf60khz 2 роки тому +1

    Sam, what a heart breaking thing to happen. You did very well to sort out the devastation.

  • @yoyoke1
    @yoyoke1 2 роки тому +1

    Let's spend the many on a creation of a maker space next to wind turbine grave yard. So maker space is orientated on reusing composite parts from wind turbine blades. Building boats like proas and giving them to community who wont's to be a fisherman. Or delivery person and fisherman.

  • @phildoller6836
    @phildoller6836 2 роки тому +1

    Being a past marina manager at some of the FMB marinas, people would always ask," what happens if the water got so high the docks floated away?" My answer was, " If that ever happened, we got bigger things to worry about" Well, I got my answer. Also, I was surprised there were not more boats up Hell Peckney Bay. Great video on showing what mid island looks like.

    • @SunsetSpecter
      @SunsetSpecter 2 роки тому

      Oh no there's boats everywhere all over. A lot of them crushed into what was Salty Sams and against Olson's. Most things went north north east from the blow.

  • @arnoldlueders7500
    @arnoldlueders7500 2 роки тому +1

    Good for you man!! I have a whole new respect for you. You never made this about you and you waited to post this.

  • @bmitch3020
    @bmitch3020 2 роки тому

    You found my briefcase! I've been looking everywhere for it!
    All that damage is horrible to see. Your family is lucky to have you around to help with the repairs.

  • @robm7543
    @robm7543 2 роки тому

    Wow, just wow! Thanks for the tour of Ft Meyers & the boat show...

  • @danceswithcarsdc
    @danceswithcarsdc 2 роки тому +1

    I'd be wary of finding bodies
    Mangroves may be a mixed blessing as a softer landing & kept boats from completely swept away...
    Progress & new toys + kept spirits high

  • @eleanorchapple8772
    @eleanorchapple8772 2 роки тому +1

    You have done an incredible amount of work and I’m glad to see your have fun no matter what. You’re just the man to have around in such massive emergencies. Your mother is no slouch either. Love her shelves.

  • @tomhurley3938
    @tomhurley3938 2 роки тому

    Interesting differences in culture. Here in Kalifornia, we are still looking at unrepaired properties damaged from the Atlas Peak fire in 2018. 27 years to get a building permit to replace a fire destroyed building here in Benicia.

  • @farmerboy8659
    @farmerboy8659 Рік тому

    First time I saw the destruction up close . Just wondering how much the insurance ,that is if you can find insurance . The roll of dice of another hurricane . At least you know how high the water level can go up . Maybe a couple of container on stilts and a Geo-Dome could work . The real marvel is the house is still standing . Thanks Sam .

  • @FiddlingwithmyWhistle
    @FiddlingwithmyWhistle 2 роки тому

    A briefcase full of money 💲💵💲💵💲💵💲💵💲
    WTF... there has to be like $200,000 or more in that case
    party at your place :)

  • @rhenjacobs4223
    @rhenjacobs4223 2 роки тому +3

    That's my briefcase. I've been looking for it everywhere.

  • @josephshultz6726
    @josephshultz6726 Рік тому

    Really enjoy your content Sam, particularly the Atlantic crossing.. As a FM native, is sobering to see the damage wrought from this storm. If you ever need a hand in Fort Myers at grandma's house. Give a holler.

  • @pontoonrob7948
    @pontoonrob7948 2 роки тому +3

    Classic sam...one little clip of a box full of money and then...crickets. hahahha

  • @Xenibalt
    @Xenibalt 2 роки тому +3

    this is the crazy fort myers after math video we all wanted to see
    seeing it up close and personal really let's you understand the extent of the damage
    also.... CARS IN THE RIVER! intense stuff!

  • @Dave-zy6de
    @Dave-zy6de 2 роки тому

    I have been thru that recently with hurricane IDA that hit Louisiana. My house and community on the coast had 150 mph winds. But my section was protected with levees and didn't get the water. It's the only reason I still have a house. People will rebuild and get past this storm damage. But the scares will remain.

  • @joemartino6976
    @joemartino6976 2 роки тому +1

    The juxtaposition of a show-full of luxury boats in Ft. Lauderdale and the destruction in Ft. Myers is jarring. But for a turn of the wind, those two scenes could have easily switched places. And what did you do with that briefcase full of cash??? In any event, keep smiling Sam!

  • @ChrisDoyle2112
    @ChrisDoyle2112 2 роки тому +1

    I used to rent a house on Palmetto just a few blocks from there. My beach access was Dakota, near the Sandpiper. My girls' busstop for Beach Elementary was the blue carwash just south of there which is completely gone! Crazy to see all the damage. I moved away in 2014. I lived on Mango St at that time and really sad to see Heavenly Biscuit just gone :(

  • @georgepeat5269iearth
    @georgepeat5269iearth 2 роки тому

    The showboat must go on. Tremendous amount of work. Thank you for a personal look. Good Health to you& families there.

  • @teddw5786
    @teddw5786 2 роки тому +1

    Wow, not good at Fort Myer, good you and mom are helping out. All work no play so Sam makes a new water toy, love it!
    That crane truck is so efficient.
    Hey Sam, on your Boat ride that hat of yours is really good cover, and looks snappy, what sort is it, any chance of a link?
    Fare well!

  • @Karma-fp7ho
    @Karma-fp7ho Рік тому

    Very sobering! Nice to see you helping. Sweet

  • @Trent_Hyatt
    @Trent_Hyatt Рік тому

    I live in Roxboro NC. Love the channel brother. Godspeed

  • @bobfmirvine6652
    @bobfmirvine6652 2 роки тому +1

    Very interesting video. Thanks for taking time from your cleanup work. Great progress.

  • @kn6123
    @kn6123 2 роки тому +1

    So sorry about your Grandma's house. I live in central Florida, and we got hit but our power didn't even go out (can you believe that!?) We were sooo lucky!

  • @UPNORTHWOODS
    @UPNORTHWOODS 2 роки тому +1

    That looked like Outriggers resort. I barely recognized it!😢

  • @jimshomecomforts8505
    @jimshomecomforts8505 2 роки тому +1

    Unbelievable damage, what camera do you use? And the drone shots really displayed all the damage.

  • @KandMe1
    @KandMe1 2 роки тому +1

    It is a very real look from the inside, something that is usually impossible to see, we only get the news.
    This is an eye opener. have never seen anything like this before. I have been in a flood but nothing like this.

  • @lorenzitoleobrera3646
    @lorenzitoleobrera3646 2 роки тому

    So when is the building code be upgraded in Florida?

  • @Keasbeysknight
    @Keasbeysknight 2 роки тому

    I hope you get all the success and all the free stuff! As someone who wants one of those systems, it makes me super happy to see you get them and them come in handy

  • @MichaelHolloway
    @MichaelHolloway 2 роки тому +1

    mailbox - so what's the rule on not getting shot for picking up stuff off a (public?) beach?

  • @mhub3576
    @mhub3576 2 роки тому

    Wow that's totally crazy how much devastation there is. Note to self: rent, don't buy, in hurricane alley.
    Im sure its too late now,, but what I've seen done before when removing flooded drywall is use a circular saw to cut it out horizontally just above the point where the saturation stops. You could snap a line and follow it. Makes rerocking much easier.

  • @FunsongsMusicByPeterRahill
    @FunsongsMusicByPeterRahill 2 роки тому +1

    Are there enough salvage companies who can make the best of parts and goods that can be recovered, or recycled, and used again?

  • @michaeledmonds3027
    @michaeledmonds3027 2 роки тому

    Wow.... I had no idea of the damage extent. Thanks for helping and documenting. Seems a sad reality of coastal living.

  • @marred2277
    @marred2277 2 роки тому +1

    Hey! That's my briefcase! I can't believe you found it!
    (haha)

  • @jaymorgan8017
    @jaymorgan8017 2 роки тому +1

    Looks like job security to me. Go mother nature ! A working man's friend.

  • @Tbobx1518
    @Tbobx1518 2 роки тому +1

    Sam, what date was your Fort Myers video recorded? Thanks

  • @PostmoderneModelWorks
    @PostmoderneModelWorks 2 місяці тому

    I was in my closet with my dog for 6hrs while the Ian pounded my house. This brought back some memories.

  • @igorlisenko3773
    @igorlisenko3773 2 роки тому

    Sam! You've inspired me to pursue a learning life of sailing

  • @jimkempton5568
    @jimkempton5568 2 роки тому +1

    I’ll be down there in Estero in less than a week. This was the best video for showing the extent of damage I’ve seen. Sam, you’re attitude is great. You just jumped in and began to fix things. Had to laugh when you said “satisfaction like picking you’re nose”. You’re something else guy. PS. And you’re mom making that shelf, wow good job.

    • @mammaholmes
      @mammaholmes 2 роки тому +2

      I taught him everything he nose👃. -the mom

  • @antnewbon2673
    @antnewbon2673 2 роки тому

    What's the kerfew for Sam. I thought florida was full of old peeps on kerfew anyway.

  • @leanneadams2549
    @leanneadams2549 2 роки тому

    I’m a usps emp and I’m sure you can’t take that mail box ! But I’m sure no one will fuss over it….

  • @PineappleAdrift
    @PineappleAdrift 2 роки тому

    Bertrand must be thrilled to have their logo on screen for all 6 frames, lol.

  •  2 роки тому +1

    I've watched you keep your cool in some pretty tense and terrifying situations, so I'm not a bit surprised by your nonchalant reaction to a briefcase full of money. 🤣
    Thank you for the footage.

  • @kerryjlynch1
    @kerryjlynch1 2 роки тому

    Your Mom rocks! So good of you to help your Grandma and share with us, I didn't grasp how bad it was until I saw this. Thanks. What are you going to do with the money?

  • @KwilliamsFLA
    @KwilliamsFLA Рік тому

    Wonder how many boats are up for sale? do people just abandon them??

  • @mytreasurechess
    @mytreasurechess 2 роки тому

    Now that is a new twist on washed money. May its owner be reunited with it. I'm imagining an evacuation scenario left a little too late. But heck who would want to leave their big boat until it was nearly flying across the canal. A truly wonderful documentary there Sam!

  • @hankpatterson268
    @hankpatterson268 2 роки тому

    Briefcase was nice!!!! Grandma needs that!!!

  • @achristianson4059
    @achristianson4059 Рік тому

    In Japan /Okinawa after the massive hurricanes (tsunamis if Japanese), you would walk outside after a days worth of crazy ass weather and you wouldn’t even notice. … they secure everything. All the power lines are concrete poles

  • @kurtkabat203
    @kurtkabat203 2 роки тому +2

    Wow you found my briefcase! Thanks Sam lol

  • @raybignell
    @raybignell 2 роки тому

    So much devastation is terrible. Thank you for sharing Sam.