ERWIN TENNESSEE 6 DAYS AFTER HURRICANE HELENE STRUCK THIS MOUNTAIN TOWN | EAST TN STORM DAMAGE 4K

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  • Опубліковано 19 жов 2024
  • Standing in front of the Unicoi County Hospital, I surveyed the damaged caused by tropical storm Helene. A damaged and twisted car, thick mud coated the roadways, trees scattered like match sticks, power lines down and debris everywhere over the landscape. #tennessee #storm #hurricane

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  • @aceisonthecase
    @aceisonthecase 15 днів тому +48

    This was our car. I'm so glad that's all it was. Prayers going out to everyone affected 🙏

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +8

      I am glad you all are safe. I hope you have another vehicle. Thanks for commenting. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a pleasant night.

    • @aceisonthecase
      @aceisonthecase 15 днів тому +6

      @@BigOvlogger we do. Thanks for spreading the word on all of this!

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +3

      @@aceisonthecase I am glad you do.

    • @Baba-fy1jc
      @Baba-fy1jc 14 днів тому

      All the garbage and destruction can be associated with the word negligence or with the word ignorance. The pictures show that people do not protect nature at all and that people are too stupid to adapt to nature. All this garbage will have repercussions. People talk about reconstruction and that shows how little people have learned. There is more on the way and this is just a precursor to many that have emerged recently. The voters are the enemy of nature and the pictures, the dead people and the garbage show very clearly that they underestimate the situation.

    • @alexkx8599
      @alexkx8599 14 днів тому

      How did you find this video out of bazillions of them?

  • @donnahankins5899
    @donnahankins5899 15 днів тому +29

    Thank you for being eyes and ears of the tri-cities. I'm from Greeneville, living in Maryland.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому

      Thanks for commenting. Have a Super Saturday!

  • @bluejay3333
    @bluejay3333 14 днів тому +15

    Big thank you to locals like you bringing us the real information on what is happening in these communities. Shout out to the heavy equipment workers that put everything destroyed back to normal . We would not be advanced without these hard working men!!👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👍🏻♥️ Michigan

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому +1

      I agree with the shoutout to the heavy equipment operators. We need them for sure. Thanks for viewing and commenting. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a pleasant evening!

    • @BillyWickert
      @BillyWickert 11 днів тому +1

      Nothing! Will ever be NORMAL AGAIN!

  • @k.c.matthews8563
    @k.c.matthews8563 14 днів тому +14

    Thank you for showing us the damage in Erwin. You're doing a better job than the TV or Cable news stations. We appreciate your work. From a California viewer

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому +1

      Thanks for the positive support. I really appreciate it. Thanks for joining me on the walk along the roadways. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a Super Saturday evening!

  • @jamesburke2985
    @jamesburke2985 15 днів тому +20

    Big O out here showing everybody whats going on in our town and surrounding towns. Much love to everyone whos been affected by this storm and flooding. Keep up the videos man me and my kids love watching your videos! Thanks for always being out there showing us whats really going on.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +3

      Thanks for hanging out with me as I record the communities near and abroad. I appreciate it my friend!

  • @loriann1506
    @loriann1506 15 днів тому +17

    Thanks for posting this video. Breaks my heart.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      Thanks for walking along with me. I appreciate it. I hope the community can rebuild and be stronger. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a pleasant night.

    • @loriann1506
      @loriann1506 15 днів тому

      @@BigOvlogger I hope so too. Have a good night

  • @allencollins6031
    @allencollins6031 13 днів тому +5

    Thanks for showing us the truth of this catastrophe.

  • @scrumtrellecent
    @scrumtrellecent 14 днів тому +7

    No politics, no religion, no music. 100 thumbs up

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому +1

      Thanks for the support. I appreciate it a lot. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a pleasant evening!

  • @craigtittsworth9440
    @craigtittsworth9440 13 днів тому +4

    True loving Americans helping each other! May God bless these folks and their efforts!

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  13 днів тому

      Thanks for the positive comments. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good night.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  13 днів тому

      People helping people is always good.

  • @gladtoseeya986
    @gladtoseeya986 15 днів тому +12

    Thank you for all that awesome coverage, Big O!
    I never would have known about all that devastation so close to Johnson City.
    Keep up the good work.👍🏻

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      I am GLAD to hear from you. You need to join me on a video. Thanks for taking this walk with me my friend.

    • @cindyscalf-te8wl
      @cindyscalf-te8wl 15 днів тому +1

      Most of the info is from private UA-cam channels not the news stations.

  • @blhoten
    @blhoten 14 днів тому +5

    Thank you very much for doing this aftermath video in Erwin, TN. It's still beautiful there! Americans care and many are helping in a variety of ways! God bless all.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому +1

      I agree that most Americans care for our communities near and abroad. Thanks for the positive comments. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a blessed evening!

  • @AlwaysonTayaTime
    @AlwaysonTayaTime 15 днів тому +6

    Thank you sir. Your videos dispute the narrative that no agencies are helping. My Dad lives in Unicoi Co. and I know I'm grateful for all of the support that everyone from community members to people from out of state are giving to each other. An incredible disaster happened in this part of America.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      Thanks for walking along. I appreciate the company. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good night.

    • @QUICKIRONS
      @QUICKIRONS 15 днів тому +4

      This does not dispute anything!

  • @BigOvlogger
    @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +10

    Standing in front of the Unicoi County Hospital, I surveyed the damaged caused by tropical storm Helene. A damaged and twisted car, thick mud coated the roadways, trees scattered like match sticks, power lines down and debris everywhere over the landscape. #tennessee #storm #hurricane #ErwinTN #flood

    • @rossmurphy7675
      @rossmurphy7675 10 днів тому +1

      you ruined a great video by making it sound like one of those audit videos, just show what's going on thank you and leave the rights issues for when there isn't a disaster going on. thanks and be safe.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  10 днів тому

      @@rossmurphy7675 Thanks for the feedback. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good night.

  • @RacNredLites
    @RacNredLites 13 днів тому +3

    I encourage you to continue to show the nation what is going on regardless of what anybody tells you. The media is not covering this because they do not want to show what is really happening.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  13 днів тому

      Thanks for the positive support. It means a lot! Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a Super Sunday evening and night.

  • @dianaballiet3661
    @dianaballiet3661 15 днів тому +1

    Thank you for posting real-time life after such a nightmare. Good to see people pulling together and the NG.

  • @NMac-hy7do
    @NMac-hy7do 14 днів тому +3

    Thanks for keeping us up to date. Take care

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      Always! Thanks for walking along with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good night.

  • @John-zq6ht
    @John-zq6ht 14 днів тому +3

    From Beaumont, Texas. Been thru several hurricanes. Rita was the worst. Harvey was too. My Jesus Christ protected me all the time.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      Jesus is the way! Thanks for joining me. I really appreciate it. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good night.

  • @catfish24
    @catfish24 12 днів тому +1

    Who would have thought that a dam hurricane would do that much damage way up there in the mountains of North Carolina and Tennessee? Some of the BEST people in this country. Stay safe everyone and Thanks for posting this video.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  11 днів тому

      Thanks for commenting. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good evening.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  11 днів тому

      It sure did cause major flooding.

  • @ruthguinn2136
    @ruthguinn2136 6 днів тому +1

    thank you for the footage.and taking the time to show us.bless you

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  6 днів тому

      Thanks for walking along with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a pleasant night.

  • @metaltiger5091
    @metaltiger5091 15 днів тому +3

    Big O Tire company is the best……Glad to see the heavy equipment to start the road and bridge repairs and great to see the National Guard helping.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      I have heard of the Big O Tire company. Thanks for walking along with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good night.

  • @OwensDill
    @OwensDill 9 днів тому +1

    I saw you giving out water and food on the roadside and in the Food Lion parking lot. Thanks for helping the community! I am sure they appreciate it.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  9 днів тому

      Thanks for stopping and saying hi and chatting with me.

  • @WandaDupre-ip1uz
    @WandaDupre-ip1uz 13 днів тому +2

    Thank you 😊 🙏

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  13 днів тому

      @@WandaDupre-ip1uz Thanks for taking that walk with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a Marvelous Monday!

  • @TheRange7
    @TheRange7 14 днів тому +1

    Hi Big O, thanks so much for sharing. Sending everyone in the path of Helene's damage T's & P's. These scenes are gut wrenching. Stay safe and know we're donating and sending love to all of our fellow Americans affected. Blessings from Chicago

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому +1

      Thanks for the support to my channel and to our communities. I appreciate it a lot. People helping people is what it is all about. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good evening.

  • @IAmMajor101
    @IAmMajor101 14 днів тому +1

    A few houses on Meadobrook got some flood damage and there were about 4" of water in my front yard from the creek's nearby. Relieved to see just how fast they are working to get things back up and running on this end of town. Thanks for posting!

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      They have been working hard to get things cleaned up. I know most people do appreciate it a lot. Thanks for viewing and commenting. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good night.

  • @cindyrenfro6312
    @cindyrenfro6312 15 днів тому +4

    This is my Daughter in law's vehicle. Thankfully she is ok. ❤️

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      Thanks for the information. I hope she has another vehicle. Thanks for walking with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good night.

  • @WorldToday_2024gf
    @WorldToday_2024gf 12 днів тому +1

    these days i have seen a lot about the loss and pain that the storm brought to the people. but i also saw that people have a very high spirit of solidarity, and help each other, although it is very sad to see everything devastated like that. thank you for showing us live footage like this.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  12 днів тому +1

      It is bad but the people helping one another is a really GOOD. They will slowly build back and recover as best as possible.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  12 днів тому +1

      Thanks for walking with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good day!

    • @WorldToday_2024gf
      @WorldToday_2024gf 12 днів тому

      @@BigOvlogger I am honored to subscribe to your channel, I will always be by your side to give you a little motivation and boost your spirit up.

  • @edmetz8600
    @edmetz8600 13 днів тому +2

    Help is coming. Hang in there. Good luck😊

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  13 днів тому

      Thanks for viewing. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a pleasant night.

    • @nickhildabridle1612
      @nickhildabridle1612 13 днів тому

      I would like your definition of "Help."

  • @tedm4932
    @tedm4932 15 днів тому +2

    First time subscriber here. Good job !

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому

      Welcome aboard! Thanks for the support. I look forward to hearing from you again.

  • @Greezemonkey-n6r
    @Greezemonkey-n6r 14 днів тому +1

    Thanks for sharing your video, if it wasn't for utube we wouldn't know what was happening. Thoughts and prayers, stay safe!🙏🏼

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому +1

      Thanks for taking time to watch my video. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a Super Sunday!

  • @jamessefton3680
    @jamessefton3680 14 днів тому +1

    Thanks for making the video and sharing it with us 👍

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      Thanks for taking the time to view my video. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a Super Sunday!

  • @tribecca626
    @tribecca626 15 днів тому +5

    This is so tragic ! 😢

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +2

      I totally agree. It will take quite a time to fix the damaged roads and landscape. Thanks for joining me on this eye-opening walk. Have a pleasant night.

  • @thearmourboy3254
    @thearmourboy3254 14 днів тому +3

    I live in Middle Tennessee and heard on tv tonight they activated the 101st ou of Ft. Campbell so I wouldn't be surprised if you don't see alot more helicopters in the area.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      Thanks for the information. Thanks for commenting. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good night.

  • @gcrauwels941
    @gcrauwels941 13 днів тому +1

    Never did I expect the Nolichucky to get that violent. I saw a picture of 81/107 along the river where the road was completely gone.
    The Nolichucky dam went from ~5000 gallons/sec flow the Tuesday before a peak of 1.3 MILLION gal/sec on Saturday/Sunday.
    Prayers for WNC/TN.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  13 днів тому +1

      That is a lot of water 💦. Thanks for commenting. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a wonderful day.

  • @melsinTN
    @melsinTN 15 днів тому +4

    commenting to help the algorithm. Want this to reach people who believe the gov't is not helping when they are! Thank you for your coverage!

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      The government has been helping. I think that on the Federal level that could help a little more.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому

      Thanks for walking along with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a Super Saturday!

    • @acox2884
      @acox2884 14 днів тому +1

      There's a big difference between an interstate and mountain communities when discussing assistance. Don't get it twisted.

    • @melsinTN
      @melsinTN 14 днів тому +1

      @@acox2884 I never said that the fed gov't was helping everywhere, just that they ARE there - a lot of YT sites are saying there's absolutely no presence at all. I live in the TN mountains, so I understand all about living miles away from neighbors on a gravel mtn road- don't get it twisted.

    • @OwensDill
      @OwensDill 9 днів тому

      @@melsinTN Big O did not say that the government wasn't helping. He said that they were not helping enough and they were slow to get to the communities to help. Try to listen more clearly before making a statement.

  • @moonoggin
    @moonoggin 15 днів тому +4

    From Haralson County, Ga we saw about 40-50 huge trucks loaded and most likely heading that way. Bringing the tanks for propane and electricity mini stations. Fyi

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +2

      I am from Georgia. I lived there for 38 1/2 years before moving to East TN. Thanks for the information. I appreciate it. I moved from Newnan, Georgia. Have a pleasant night. I am a Bulldog fan first; Then a TN Volunteer fan second!

    • @kennethgriffin-wo2yl
      @kennethgriffin-wo2yl 14 днів тому

      @@BigOvloggerI am still living in Lula ga.Much more supplies,people,and Prayers are coming.

  • @onrdetailingnews802
    @onrdetailingnews802 15 днів тому +3

    Wow lots of damage tfs buddy

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      Thanks for walking along with me mt friend. Have a good night.

  • @GraingerProductions
    @GraingerProductions 14 днів тому +1

    Good stuff Big O. Probably just the safety guy on site. Great video as usual.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому +1

      I was 200 yards from them; He had two back the truck up two football fields to reach me. I was a good distance from the equipment and workers. Thanks for commenting my friend. Have a pleasant night.

  • @AlwaysonTayaTime
    @AlwaysonTayaTime 15 днів тому +3

    How are the folks up on the mountains outside of Erwin? Are they getting supplies? I know there's not power or phone in a lot of place, but I hope everyone is getting food and sheltered.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +2

      Up on the mountains people seem to be doing good. The only big issues that I saw were the buildings and houses close to the Nolichucky River.

  • @lamars2486
    @lamars2486 14 днів тому +1

    ❤ great video quality, better than the "constantly autofocusing cellphone videos." Hang in there fella.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому +1

      Thanks for walking with me. I appreciate it. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a Super Sunday!

  • @prussiaaero1802
    @prussiaaero1802 14 днів тому +1

    It is important for the recovery to be recorded by locals, for history. You kept your distance, you stayed out of the way, very respectful.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому +1

      That is what I told these people who said I was in the workers way. I was a good distance from any machinery or workers.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому +1

      Thanks for commenting. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a nice night.

  • @tedm4932
    @tedm4932 15 днів тому +4

    Uncle Johnny's Hostel is standing but much water damage inside/outside !

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      Thanks for the information. I really appreciate it. Will it be salvageable or will it need to be rebuilt? Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good night 🌙.

  • @philadams2017
    @philadams2017 15 днів тому +3

    Thanks

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому

      Thanks for taking this walk with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a peaceful night.

  • @allencollins6031
    @allencollins6031 13 днів тому +1

    Sunscribed from NY. God Bless ya 🕊

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  12 днів тому

      Thanks for subbing and the support. I really appreciate it a lot. I LOVE New York! Have a pleasant night.

  • @secard4202
    @secard4202 15 днів тому +4

    Upvote for the Paul Harvey shoutout.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      I used to LOVE listening to Paul Harvey. Thanks for walking along. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a pleasant night.

  • @melvinarendt8213
    @melvinarendt8213 15 днів тому +5

    This is like the end of the world scenario happening in real time. 😭

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +2

      If you believe in the bible like I do, it states that things will get really BAD before Christ arrives on Earth to save HIS believers. It really is getting worse. Look at our Federal government.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      Thanks for walking along with me. I appreciate it. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good night.

  • @tedm4932
    @tedm4932 15 днів тому +2

    Be nice if you could video some areas along the Hwy 81S & the bridge that's missing ! 👍

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      I will be back to Erwin in a few days. I will do my best to grab some footage of it.

  • @Newt3700
    @Newt3700 14 днів тому +1

    Keep up the great work 🙏🙏👍👍

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      Thank you, I will. Thanks for walking along on this vlog. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a pleasant evening.

  • @BeTe-me9oc
    @BeTe-me9oc 14 днів тому +1

    Oh look at that, hundreds of miles of destroyed roads, being rebuilt on the sand!!!🙏🙏⚡✝️♥️🇺🇸🌎🌍🌏🙏🙏

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      I would not build any buildings that close to the river again. Thanks for viewing. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a Super Sunday!

  • @KlausJonathanTheFirst
    @KlausJonathanTheFirst 14 днів тому +1

    GREETINGS FROM ROMANIA SIR!

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      Greetings from Kingsport, Tennessee! Thanks for commenting. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a Super Sunday!

  • @benjamin5028
    @benjamin5028 14 днів тому +2

    Looks like they are building all new road and electric.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      I know it will eventually look good again. Thanks for commenting. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good night.

  • @carltond.bullington720
    @carltond.bullington720 14 днів тому +1

    Good lookin out, stay safe, 🙏Amen.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      Thanks for hanging out with me to see the situation. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a pleasant night.

  • @navret1707
    @navret1707 12 днів тому +1

    A couple of days ago, Uncle Johnny’s was still there but was beat up very badly. The bridge across the river which was part of the AT is gone.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  12 днів тому

      That is sad. I often hike and camp in Erwin. I tried to reach it but law enforcement had it blocked off. Do you know if I can get to it now? I want to video it and show people the situation.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  12 днів тому

      Thanks for the information. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a pleasant night.

  • @lamars2486
    @lamars2486 14 днів тому +1

    11:00 i thought the water overtopped the hospital and it was a tear down now. Good to hear it had 14 feet left, it might be salvagable. The NATL GUARD needs to set up a temp field hospital, or 101 st should set up a MASH.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      The building is ruined from the water damage. Thanks for commenting. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a Super Sunday!

  • @user-rw718
    @user-rw718 14 днів тому +2

    Wow Tennessee got hit also. There only talking about north Carolina on UA-cam and the cable news networks.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      They mainly talk about Asheville, NC and give a little coverage to East TN.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      Thanks for walking with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good night.

  • @MarkSmith-vb7ym
    @MarkSmith-vb7ym 14 днів тому +1

    That is so awful I feel so sorry for all those people prayers 🙏

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      A lot of things close to the river was flooded, pushed down, twisted and floated away. Some of the buildings close survived and some of the house.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      Thanks for viewing. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a pleasant night.

  • @rogersmith7808
    @rogersmith7808 15 днів тому +4

    Did the Unicoi Walmart get flooded? I used to work there years ago.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +2

      People told me it did not get flooded. Thanks for walking with me. Have a pleasant night.

    • @rogersmith7808
      @rogersmith7808 15 днів тому +2

      @@BigOvlogger Thanks for the info.

    • @justsayingforafriend7010
      @justsayingforafriend7010 15 днів тому +1

      The Walmart is ok
      And open. The flood was about 2 miles away.

    • @justsayingforafriend7010
      @justsayingforafriend7010 15 днів тому +1

      The Walmart is okay and did not get flooded. They are open for business.

  • @bedfordclothier2715
    @bedfordclothier2715 13 днів тому +1

    We have about sixty to eighty utility trucks sitting idle in Gate City, Virginia. Already problems with the union utility workers refusing to work with the non-union utility crews. Just unbelievable.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  13 днів тому

      I agree that refusing to work together is ridiculous. People should help one another in times of crisis. Thanks for commenting. Be sure to subscribe to my channel if you have not already. Have a Marvelous Monday!

  • @november151956
    @november151956 14 днів тому +3

    Drone footage shows Johnny's Hostel was NOT washed away. The property is covered in debris, but all the buildings are still there. This is exactly how social media rumors get started with bloggers and vloggers guessing about stuff they know nothing about.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому +1

      Did you not hear what I said at the end of the video? That houses were destroyed, maybe, Johnny's Hostel but I was not sure because some people said it was destroyed and some said it just had water damage. Get my wordage straight.

  • @jgeeCS
    @jgeeCS 13 днів тому +1

    down there across the river from the hikers place there was a big ole campground and rafting place i hope people got out there

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  13 днів тому

      I hope so too. Thanks for commenting. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a pleasant night.

  • @NobodyNoone-b1t
    @NobodyNoone-b1t 14 днів тому +1

    What time of day is it? See lits of heavy equipment but nothing is moving.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      This was about 6:12 pm. Thanks for walking with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a Super Saturday evening!

  • @MarkVanTasell
    @MarkVanTasell 14 днів тому +2

    YOU ARE STRONG ENOUGH TO TALK AND HOLD A CAMERA PICK UP A CHAIN SAW AND HELP FOLK

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      I have too many health problems. The black socks I wear is compression stockings for poor circulation in my legs. I have two blood clotting disorders. I have a scar on my forearm where I tore my right bicep tendon completely from the bone. They operated on it and attached it back with screws at the Johnson City Surgery Center last year. My right arm is not as strong as it used to be.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      Thanks for walking along with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a Super Sunday!

    • @MarkVanTasell
      @MarkVanTasell 14 днів тому +1

      YET YOUR WALKING

  • @leonardguccini3276
    @leonardguccini3276 14 днів тому +1

    As a former Navy Seabee ask for help from Gulfport Ms. SEABEE BASE thank you good luck will pray for you

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  13 днів тому

      Thanks for your service. Thanks for the information. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a pleasant evening and night.

  • @kkat54
    @kkat54 15 днів тому +4

    FEMA does not own trucks but contracts with private owners.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому

      That is what I was referring to that they probably contracted with some of the companies in our area.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому

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  • @shanester8712
    @shanester8712 14 днів тому +2

    Public photography is not illegal. Everyone in America have the freedom of press. Its in the 1 st Amendment.
    Its the Nolichucky river

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      Yes, it's the Nolichucky River. I think I slipped up a time or two and called it the Holston River because I live in Kingsport, TN. I agree it is not illegal to take photos or record videos in public.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

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  • @coolmoodee
    @coolmoodee 11 днів тому +1

    Wow, I was going to retire to Erwin Tennessee.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  11 днів тому

      Downtown was not damaged. The town is still a beautiful town. Thanks for walking with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a great day!

  • @cynthiamayfield861
    @cynthiamayfield861 15 днів тому +3

    Prayers going up for everyone from your neighbors in Crossville

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      Hello from Kingsport, Tn. Thanks for the prayers, support and friendship. Thanks for taking this walk with me.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      Be sure to subscribe to my channel. How did Helene impact Crossville? Have a peaceful night.

    • @lesterspann1952
      @lesterspann1952 14 днів тому

      Can some body send this to Trump good information thanks

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      @@lesterspann1952 Trump has already watched it and gave me a thumbs up!

  • @naneebonee59
    @naneebonee59 15 днів тому +5

    Are they burning all those trees. If so what a waste. They could make alot of log cabins and houses.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      That is true indeed. Thanks for walking with me. I appreciate it. If you have not subscribed to my channel, please do. Have a good night.

    • @cindyscalf-te8wl
      @cindyscalf-te8wl 15 днів тому +1

      Also fire wood.

  • @BriannaHilton-rg9hc
    @BriannaHilton-rg9hc 12 днів тому +1

    Congratulations on the views on this video big O 🎉🎉🎉🎉

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  12 днів тому

      Thank you. I appreciate the supportive comments. I just got back from Hot Springs, North Carolina (another one of my favorite hiking towns) and the town is a BIG MESS from the flooding! Have a pleasant night.

  • @areaone3813
    @areaone3813 14 днів тому +1

    They’ve got to stop the burning.

    • @lamars2486
      @lamars2486 14 днів тому +1

      And ...????

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      Thanks for watching. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a Super Sunday!

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

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  • @fredfloyd68
    @fredfloyd68 14 днів тому +2

    Ya need to watch the youtuber ask Siri what caused the hurricane...Your jaw will drop.Hang in there buddy...

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      Thanks for the suggestion. I will definitely check out his channel.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      Thanks for taking that walk with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a pleasant night.

  • @oldskoold22
    @oldskoold22 15 днів тому +3

    FEMA contracts this with the private contractors. Or, the State DOT with reimbursements coming. Government works.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      Exactly. That is why I said that some of the private companies could be contracted by FEMA. Thanks for walking with me. I enjoy the company. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a peaceful night.

    • @oldskoold22
      @oldskoold22 15 днів тому +2

      @@BigOvlogger Thanks for the footage!

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      @@oldskoold22 You are welcome. I will go back to Erwin in a few days. Next, I want to go to Hot Springs, NC and Asheville, NC.

    • @barbaragravely920
      @barbaragravely920 15 днів тому +1

      @@BigOvlogger Asheville be careful all that damage . Please make sure the roads are open a lot of them are wipped out .

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому

      @@barbaragravely920 Thanks for the concern.

  • @Rickey703
    @Rickey703 14 днів тому +2

    You were a liability issue. Construction zones are a hazard zone.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому +1

      I agree. That is the main reason I left and walked back to the main roadway. It is an OSHA policy and the company's insurance will not allow workers in the zone because of the liability.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому +1

      Thanks for walking along with me. I appreciate it. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a Super Saturday evening!

  • @barbaramatthews7900
    @barbaramatthews7900 15 днів тому +2

    🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      Thanks for viewing. Have a good night.

  • @larryhurley2314
    @larryhurley2314 14 днів тому +1

    Its pathetic how the media is acting like Asheville is the only place that is affected. Im wondering if Erwin isn't worse.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      Asheville is worse from what I have seen. They give Asheville most of the coverage and minimal to East Tn.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

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  • @larryritch591
    @larryritch591 15 днів тому +3

    some people just dont like to be on camera. It will be all right. don't beat a good horse to death

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +3

      There is more to the story. I just didn't say it in the video. One worker told the other worker that he was an illegal immigrant with no documents. Both were from foreign countries. After overhearing them, one of the workers walked over to his boss and complained that I was recording them with a camera. Now, you know.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

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  • @BillyWickert
    @BillyWickert 11 днів тому

    Impact plastics?

  • @TheLogan1606
    @TheLogan1606 9 днів тому +1

    🙏🙏🙏

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  9 днів тому

      Thanks for viewing the damage with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel if you have not already. Have a Fantastic Friday!

  • @Poordirtfarmer
    @Poordirtfarmer 14 днів тому +1

    👍🏻

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому +1

      Thanks for viewing and the thumbs up! Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a pleasant night.

  • @JohnSixteen-jj6eg
    @JohnSixteen-jj6eg 9 днів тому +1

    You're real close to Uncle Johnny's Hostel.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  9 днів тому

      I couldn’t walk to it because they had it barricaded off. Thanks for commenting. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a great day!

  • @kenriddle3552
    @kenriddle3552 15 днів тому +8

    10 hours for the 82 airborne to be in Haiti after the earthquake. They were in Puerto Rico within hours and a substantial presence within 3 days. It’s seven days and the military just arrived when they have enough helicopters within two hours flight time to blanket the state.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +3

      I agree that the Federal government is slow to help our on people, our communities in the U.S.A. Like you said, if it is a foreign country they would be there in a jiffy, swiftly. Our own country should come first.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +2

      Thanks for commenting. Thanks for walking with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a pleasant night.

    • @kennethgriffin-wo2yl
      @kennethgriffin-wo2yl 14 днів тому

      Saturday 5 I had a retired military gentleman tell me today that tomorrow 82 nd airborne will be sent in to take control.He also said if any “feral people or sheriffs”interfere to have them arrested.I believe these retired soldiers to be telling the truth. It is infuriating to see what the federal government is doing and how they are trying to take complete control of what so many good hearted people are doing.

  • @scottholly952
    @scottholly952 14 днів тому +2

    Nolichuckey River

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      Yes, Nolichucky. I think one time I called it the Holston River because I live next to it in Kingsport. Thanks for watching. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a Super Sunday!

  • @tigerstallion
    @tigerstallion 15 днів тому +1

    it'll be a mistake to build it back the same, particularly the hospital - it will flood again.
    It always looked like the Nolichucky was about to flood 81

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      I TOTALLY agree. I think the companies need to be build farther from the river to avoid any future flooding. We had three days of rain before Helene struck our area. We were have some flooding before the storm.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

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  • @brendachilders8075
    @brendachilders8075 15 днів тому +1

    We need you to be our eyes and ears… it’s the only news we get from there…

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому +1

      Thanks for the positive comments. I appreciate it. Thanks for joining me on this walking vlog. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good evening.

  • @doylemarkham1010
    @doylemarkham1010 9 днів тому +1

    Why does Tennessee not let NC National Guard fly in their state to help victims?

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  9 днів тому

      I saw several helicopters while I was in Erwin.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  9 днів тому

      I saw one helicopter and I am not sure who it was but it landed by the flooded Unicoi County Hospital.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  9 днів тому

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  • @donnahankins5899
    @donnahankins5899 15 днів тому +7

    President Biden needs to wake-up and get something done.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      That's Sleepy Joe for you. Thanks for walking along. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a Super Saturday!

    • @kevinbaker4263
      @kevinbaker4263 14 днів тому

      You are a dishonest person, all day, every day, magat. That's all you are.

    • @petersemple9278
      @petersemple9278 14 днів тому +3

      @@BigOvlogger ...what has Sleepy Joe not done within his powers? From the footage I have watched today, there is a massive effort to help and plenty more on the way!

    • @michaelcrowder9575
      @michaelcrowder9575 11 днів тому +1

      He has you dishonest idiot. It's a shame that unpatriotic people like you are trying to politicize this with your hate & misinformation! Pathetic!

    • @michaelcrowder9575
      @michaelcrowder9575 11 днів тому

      You unpatriotic trumpsters always have to make stuff up and demonize people. Hate & misinformation.

  • @hooXpoo
    @hooXpoo 14 днів тому +1

    Storm milton is forming now in the golf.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому +1

      I saw that. Hopefully it will not come our way. Thanks for commenting. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good night 🌙.

    • @hooXpoo
      @hooXpoo 14 днів тому +1

      @@BigOvlogger stay safe out there.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому +1

      Thanks for the concern.

  • @moonmunster
    @moonmunster 10 днів тому

    You don't have to apologize to me, Paul Harvey.

  • @jimdandy7323
    @jimdandy7323 15 днів тому +1

    I saw a car in a creek...I knew it was a car because trees don't have transmission coolers...

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      I saw some in different areas of the river. Thanks for viewing and commenting. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a pleasant evening.

  • @cyndeelou-i1e
    @cyndeelou-i1e 13 днів тому +1

    You always have that one person..There trucks are aggressive on the roads if that tells you anything..Yes I live around here ..Drive all over this area

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  13 днів тому +1

      Thanks for walking 🚶 with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good night 🌙.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  13 днів тому +1

      We have some of those aggressive trucks in Kingsport too.

    • @cyndeelou-i1e
      @cyndeelou-i1e 13 днів тому +1

      @@BigOvlogger I sure did subscribe..I live in Gray area

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  13 днів тому +1

      @@cyndeelou-i1e Maybe, I will meet you soon.

  • @ShawnHaun
    @ShawnHaun 12 днів тому

    Why won't mainstream news cover this ?

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  12 днів тому

      They focus mainly on one topic and do not cover the entire situation most of the time. Thanks for viewing. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a pleasant night.

  • @PeppyRiley
    @PeppyRiley 14 днів тому +1

    😢😢

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

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  • @utubetrutharrowmichael-and9105
    @utubetrutharrowmichael-and9105 15 днів тому +4

    About bloody time some official agencies turned up with actual help are they still refusing volunteers help and donations in the actual residential community (not of associated with this specialised heavy equipment) ...

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +2

      I have seen videos showing that the government was confiscating donated goods because they are supposed to be inventoried by them; That is totally ridiculous. Thanks for viewing. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good night.

    • @utubetrutharrowmichael-and9105
      @utubetrutharrowmichael-and9105 15 днів тому +1

      @@BigOvlogger no I appreciate your efforts as I hold truth in high Steam and don't like unsubstantiated bulshit being spread knowingly... mankind will prevail and unite in unbridled strength as these tragic occurrences affecting whole of community only seem to be able to do .... if only we could come together with that United force to address the elephant in the room and solve the ACTUAL problem here .. corporatised criminal GOVERNANCE

  • @moonoggin
    @moonoggin 15 днів тому +5

    Such great reporting. Thank you so much. Americans deserve to know what is going on. 🩵

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому

      Thanks for walking along with me. I appreciate the company. Thanks for the support. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a peaceful night.

  • @LisaEngleLockwood
    @LisaEngleLockwood 15 днів тому +1

    Johnny's is completely washed away

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому

      I have been getting conflicting information on this. Some people said it was washed away while others said it was watered damaged but salvageable.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому

      Who said it was washed away? Thanks for walking with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a Super Saturday!

  • @BillyWickert
    @BillyWickert 11 днів тому

    The blue signs ? No damage

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  11 днів тому

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  • @Surfer-727
    @Surfer-727 15 днів тому +4

    Is Johnny's hostel really gone ?

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +2

      I am not sure. I asked a few people and they did not know for sure. Thanks for walking along with me. I appreciate it. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a good night.

    • @Surfer-727
      @Surfer-727 15 днів тому +4

      @@BigOvlogger Someone told me it was not touched. ?

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +3

      I am glad to hear that. I appreciate the information, the feedback!

    • @Surfer-727
      @Surfer-727 15 днів тому +1

      @@BigOvlogger 👍

    • @beckyumphrey2626
      @beckyumphrey2626 15 днів тому +4

      They are closed...water damage but not destroyed.

  • @barbrice721
    @barbrice721 15 днів тому +6

    Rescue should have been there FRIDAY. BUT KAMALA WAS FUNDRAISING. AND JOE? WELL.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому +1

      It always seems like it is the locals and other people from the same state that usually does the real helping.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  15 днів тому

      Thanks for walking with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a Super Saturday!

    • @michaelcrowder9575
      @michaelcrowder9575 11 днів тому

      LIAR! You are pathetic!

  • @jimsmirh2406
    @jimsmirh2406 11 днів тому +1

    Either way people need to know what’s going on. Don’t be smart asses to anybody and lets all get united again and be the United States not the Divided States.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  11 днів тому

      True, Unity! Thanks for walking with me. Be sure to subscribe to my channel. Have a great day!

  • @johac7637
    @johac7637 14 днів тому +1

    I'd be interested to see where this water entered the ocean, 40 trillion gallons entered the inland of our Country, enough to refill the Colorado River Basin and its reservoirs, with just 1 Trillion gallons, this is beyond comprehension.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

      It rained for three days ahead of the storm but no one mentions that. That is a very interesting question you asked.

    • @BigOvlogger
      @BigOvlogger  14 днів тому

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