Coming Home and Cleaning Up after Hurricane Helene

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  • @ghouliegarou
    @ghouliegarou 4 місяці тому +142

    I realize this is after the fact, but a tip as folks are working on cleaning up floodwater, please wear boots and don't do it barefoot. After Katrina, people got sick and even died after being in the floodwater. Glad you are safe!

    • @ferrari250tr
      @ferrari250tr 4 місяці тому +17

      Yup, floodwater is basically raw sewage.

    • @davidbowers521
      @davidbowers521 4 місяці тому +13

      I cringed when I saw that thumbnail. Boots, gloves, and he commented on the rancid smell - a respirator wouldn’t be out of the question there either.

    • @Red_Twizzler
      @Red_Twizzler 3 місяці тому

      Helicobacter Pylori

    • @christopherlucas4620
      @christopherlucas4620 3 місяці тому +1

      I've been to the carpetbagger bunker before, but never realized there was an actual basement proper. 😂 Glad you guys made it through with minimal damage.

  • @Cynthia444M
    @Cynthia444M 4 місяці тому +148

    Jen is such a trooper handling her first hurricane by her self!!!

    • @HalloweenFreak31
      @HalloweenFreak31 4 місяці тому +3

      💪💪💪💪💪

    • @1lonebird
      @1lonebird 4 місяці тому +16

      Yes she is. It must have been frightening to her to be there by herself.

    • @GaryKennedy-zl7wi
      @GaryKennedy-zl7wi 4 місяці тому +1

      Sorry you and Jen had to go through this, our prayers go out to everyone affected by this disaster. We have been following your videos every day and so glad you and your family are safe.

    • @waterhorse5199
      @waterhorse5199 4 місяці тому +5

      Seriously!! And having Lupus complications on top of that. She is an angel.

  • @RhettyforHistory
    @RhettyforHistory 4 місяці тому +65

    Jen had a big task at home in a new state. I'm happy to see that it wasn't worse for you. It's heartbreaking to see what has happened to so many others.

    • @denisedarnell1641
      @denisedarnell1641 4 місяці тому +4

      Awesome to see you following Jacob and Jenn too! Love Rhettys History ! So happy to see you here too !

    • @AlbertTorcaso
      @AlbertTorcaso 4 місяці тому +3

      I just subscribed to your channel.
      I am glad Jacob and Jenn are okay.
      Let's all keep praying for all who have been affected by this tragedy.

    • @lutherwallingford4773
      @lutherwallingford4773 4 місяці тому

      Yeah but she has THE CARPETBAGGER as her man. ❤❤❤❤❤❤

    • @RhettyforHistory
      @RhettyforHistory 4 місяці тому +1

      @denisedarnell1641 Thank you for watching my channel as well. I caught on to Jacob when he was a Dancing Bear in Adam the Woo's channel. Long time ago now.

    • @RhettyforHistory
      @RhettyforHistory 4 місяці тому

      @AlbertTorcaso Yes it really is awful and I can't imagine going through it.

  • @Jeffrey_Siebert
    @Jeffrey_Siebert 4 місяці тому +1

    We love you, your family and your adventures. Safe travels and the best days are yet to come. Jeffrey Siebert & Family.

  • @Staindjunkie2000
    @Staindjunkie2000 4 місяці тому +64

    I was able to get to get to my daughter yesterday thanks to the info from jenn. My wife and I were very thankful for yall. Sylva was finally starting to Come around. We are planning to come volunteer this weekend. If anyone needs help!

    • @AlbertTorcaso
      @AlbertTorcaso 4 місяці тому +7

      I'm glad you made it to your family, and thanks for helping out others in need.

    • @nikitatro5508
      @nikitatro5508 4 місяці тому

      My son lives in Sylva 😺 Thankfully I talked with Him yesterday and all was well 💜 Thank You for being a helper there 🙏💝😻

  • @bigrudd9346
    @bigrudd9346 4 місяці тому +22

    More importantly than the loss of power or phones, people have died. THAT'S what's most important. RIP and condolences to all.

  • @kaymad143
    @kaymad143 4 місяці тому +13

    I am so glad that you went home and be with Jen, I can imagine she was very happy to have you at home. I appreciate your thoughts for all of those who lost their lives and those that lost their homes and businesses.

  • @Littlewhitequaill
    @Littlewhitequaill 4 місяці тому +15

    So glad you’re back home with Jen and both are safe❤️
    Praying for all those affected by this disaster 🙏🏻

  • @gippy101
    @gippy101 4 місяці тому +9

    Having a sump pump installed in a corner where water deepest be a good idea

  • @rachel_espinoza
    @rachel_espinoza 4 місяці тому +9

    Take as much time as you need. Travel videos can wait. I’m praying for you, Jenn and everyone else

  • @mikehughes4969
    @mikehughes4969 4 місяці тому +50

    Jacob, I'm incredibly relieved to see you home with Jen, and you guys sitting on the couch playing with the stuffed animals put a smile on my face and made me a little sweaty around the eyes. We didn't even lose power in my little slice of Florida, although people close by got the hell knocked out of them. I've heard there's ten feet of sand on the road a mile from me. So yeah. I'm going to count my blessings. A great big virtual hug to you both, and much love.

  • @pinkhippo1056
    @pinkhippo1056 4 місяці тому +5

    So glad your family, Jen,your home, and you are safe. Take all the time you guys need to do the things you need to do and hoping for a brighter day for all of western NC and anyone affected by this hurricane. 💕

  • @horaciolinares8597
    @horaciolinares8597 4 місяці тому +5

    Buy a portable radio! This will help with News in your area and what to do and what not to do. Also stock up and batteries for your radio. Flash lights water non perishable goods

  • @Mago42683
    @Mago42683 4 місяці тому +7

    Be safe Jacob, we love you guys!❤

  • @shakes.816
    @shakes.816 4 місяці тому +42

    Hey Jacob as someone that did fire and flood restoration for 6 years I just want to say thank you very much for thinking of the other people and trying to handle it yourself. But you're right Just suck up the water and put fans down there for a week or two spray some decontaminant

  • @ritaeh8794
    @ritaeh8794 4 місяці тому +8

    I'm so relieved to see you safely back home with Jen. I felt so bad for her but she was really strong! I would've been crying and useless. She was great though.

  • @ScottFelton-qw4yx
    @ScottFelton-qw4yx 4 місяці тому +40

    Jenny Penny was brave during the hurricane.

  • @lauriesmith5008
    @lauriesmith5008 4 місяці тому

    So sorry that you flooded. Prayers to a safe clean up.

  • @bribleu
    @bribleu 4 місяці тому +8

    Glad you made it home! Sending the best to you and Jenn and of course everyone who is facing the storm! Thank you for sharing what you do, don’t worry if you need to take a post break until things settle 🙏

  • @SeanBelmontSB2600
    @SeanBelmontSB2600 4 місяці тому

    I'm in Hickory and have been without internet since Friday (was without power till Monday, but I'm ecstatic to have that!) and am watching this on my phone with terrible cell service, but I am so glad to finally see this video and see how you guys are doing during all this. Glad yall are safe, and stay safe! You're my favorite UA-camrs!

  • @willstokes9925
    @willstokes9925 4 місяці тому +1

    Hey man. Happy to hear y’all are safe! Y’all take care of yourselves. Praying for you guys along with everyone affected by this disaster.

  • @mariehendrick7173
    @mariehendrick7173 3 місяці тому

    Thank godness you are together again.. I am sending out my best wishes to all the people affected..I hope you all get the support and help you all need...XXXXX

  • @ZombieZeke
    @ZombieZeke 4 місяці тому

    Jacob, I'm incredibly relieved and grateful that you, Jenn, and your loved ones are safe. It's breaks my heart every time I hear the death toll rising, and the entire towns that are just gone. My youngest brother lives in east NC, thankfully he and his family are alright too.

  • @lacollaros3641
    @lacollaros3641 4 місяці тому +6

    I like the Buc-ee's blanket. I'm glad you made it home safely Jacob. Take some time for you and Jenn to get everything in order. Thanks for the update.

  • @angelarowe3472
    @angelarowe3472 4 місяці тому +5

    Love you too very much. I’m happy to see and hear that everybody and everything is doing well. I’m just so sorry about the state as a whole. There’s a lot of devastation along the coast line there from Florida on up. It’s very very sad but in between time, you guys take care of yourselves and be safe.🫶🏻❤️🤠

  • @AncientWolfHowl61
    @AncientWolfHowl61 4 місяці тому +3

    Jacob, so very glad you made it safely home. Glad that you, Jen, and your family are all safe.
    Do what you need to do to get your home back in order. Take your time, we all understand that needs to be your priority now.
    Take care and stay safe.

  • @PianoGirl76
    @PianoGirl76 4 місяці тому

    My heart is broken! We go to Maggie Valley to stay in the mountains and visit Waynesville a lot for groceries and food. I love the area and the people, so this one really hurts. I am so sorry, Jacob.

  • @RockinRobinBird_RB
    @RockinRobinBird_RB 4 місяці тому +4

    Thank Goodness you all are ok. Praying for all who were in the path of Helene

  • @mzsuzy69
    @mzsuzy69 4 місяці тому +10

    Do what you have to do. Take some time off and we will all support you. Updates on the area would be good content and u could use ure platform to educate and help the public w donations. We all support you! And will watch you to keep u afloat

  • @angelalinderman9985
    @angelalinderman9985 4 місяці тому +6

    Sorry for what you and Jenn have to go through. Sorry to everyone who went through worse 😔 Glad your property is ok. Sending prayers for everyone 💜🙏❤

  • @zenabeme22
    @zenabeme22 4 місяці тому +4

    This is one of those things that no matter how hard as you prepare its the unknowns that we cant prepare for. I still remember the Flood we had here in Macon in 94 and the Mother Day Torando some years back. My heart goes to everyone in NC. I travel to places towns that hurricane wiped away and met some incredible people. My heart breaks for them. One thing this hurricane didnt destroy is strength and kindness of humanity. I pray everything that was loss is renewed again. Taking off New Week to Go Help out Family in Asheville. Stay safe Jacob.

  • @michaelcooley66
    @michaelcooley66 4 місяці тому +4

    Best Wishes from Blount County TN. We escaped serious flooding. I have spent time in many of the places affected including Boone and Elizabethton. I lived in Ashville and worked in Biltmore Village. Normally, you can take a running start and nearly jump over the Swannoa river! Hoping everything is fixed soon, hoping to see you on this side of the Smokies soon my friend.

  • @bg199083
    @bg199083 4 місяці тому +11

    Hope you and Jenn are doing well and cleaning up the house. Stay safe Jacob! 🙏🏻🙏🏻

  • @IceManLikeGervin
    @IceManLikeGervin 4 місяці тому +10

    Now you have to keep an eye out for mold over the next few months and years.

    • @coreym162
      @coreym162 4 місяці тому +2

      I was thinking the same thing. Scary water damage like that is no game.

  • @HeidiMcNulty1
    @HeidiMcNulty1 4 місяці тому +5

    Glad you’re ok and also Jenn and your home!

  • @1from31
    @1from31 4 місяці тому

    ❤ love your way carpet bagger, we have so many similarities. my family is in GVL,SC now and Indiana Beach is my home park growing up too ❤ hope you are okay

  • @lutherwallingford4773
    @lutherwallingford4773 4 місяці тому +2

    Jacob we are all fortunate for you being our beloved Carpetbagger because here you are allowing us to share this mess collectively and without a news or press agenda.

  • @michca318
    @michca318 4 місяці тому +2

    Good to hear that you are all ok! I watched Jenn's video! I'm in south Florida, so all we got was the outer bands, lots of wind and rain for short periods of time and that was it! Feeling blessed!

  • @TracyT5150
    @TracyT5150 4 місяці тому +2

    I think you and Jen are a great team and you'll make it through anything ! ❤ Still sending prayers to all who have lost things. 🙏

  • @TeamRay0421
    @TeamRay0421 4 місяці тому

    I'm glad you're home safe and things were on the milder side compared to some. Also,how adorable did Jenn look in the Minnie ears💞💞💞

  • @lklogan584
    @lklogan584 4 місяці тому +17

    Jacob & Jenn, I know I speak for your community out here in the world that we love you both. I feel like you are my kids. So just do what you need to do to take care of yourselves, each other, and your community. You have given us so much fun and we are here for you and we are grateful. We are here for you.

    • @BobBaker-v9v
      @BobBaker-v9v 4 місяці тому

      Lol . STOP SMOKING CRACK! NOBODY loves the NARCISSISTIC PIECE of SH!T that's Jacob!! He ONLY cares about HIMSELF

  • @jenpouncealotbaker5382
    @jenpouncealotbaker5382 4 місяці тому +1

    I've been listening to 99.9 kiss country, they are providing excellent info with community call ins providing much help and info where to get provisions please give them a listen God bless you all (I'm in California and it's so uplifting listening to them hearing the relief they are providing for NC) ❤

  • @heatherstewart61
    @heatherstewart61 4 місяці тому

    Glad yall are ok and praying for everyone in that area.

  • @cleio81
    @cleio81 4 місяці тому

    Im glad your family is safe and your home survived. getting content out there about the situation is probably one of the best things you can do to help raise awareness. I was shocked at how many folks who have no idea what's happened or how bad things are. Stay safe!

  • @paulfuryes203
    @paulfuryes203 4 місяці тому +2

    I'm so happy you made it home safe, and you guys are ok. Take it one day at a time. My heart goes out for everyone affected by the storm. Till the next one, you guys take care, and please be safe.

  • @ambereggers7335
    @ambereggers7335 4 місяці тому +3

    I know how you feel we are cleaning up our mess here in northeast tennessee

  • @gr8scott198
    @gr8scott198 4 місяці тому

    My very first Jenny Penny video was her multiday hurricane ordeal.
    It was very interesting to see both of your situations happening in tandem.
    Glad you both are ok!
    Like I said to Jen, "Party on, Waynesville!" (Hopefully in the near future)

  • @AnthonySelletti76
    @AnthonySelletti76 4 місяці тому +5

    Take your time getting your home in order. Family before work!

  • @c0ldl1k3ice
    @c0ldl1k3ice 4 місяці тому +1

    I'm over in the Balsam side of waynesville. Been doing what I can over in Clyde the last few days. I know you said yall are fine but if yall need anything let me know.

  • @Adam-QT
    @Adam-QT 4 місяці тому +3

    So glad to see y'all didn't suffer much loss ❤! Take this time to go back to when y'all were kids, play board games, read some books, take walks!!! When the Internet goes down here, I usually do things I've lost touch on!! Good vibes y'all way!!

  • @seagull7
    @seagull7 4 місяці тому +3

    Glad your ok things could always be worse take care thank you for the up date

  • @christinamitchell9025
    @christinamitchell9025 4 місяці тому +4

    Greensboro and Winston Salem are good too. We didn't have much damage here. I am glad that your house is good and that Jenny is doing well.

  • @timothywalker4563
    @timothywalker4563 4 місяці тому +2

    Glad to see you two together. It will be a long road back for everyone affected. Hopefully coffee in the morning will be an easy task😊

  • @gGre617
    @gGre617 4 місяці тому +2

    So glad that you and yours are safe. 🙏❤️to all in the area. Years ago we had a hurricane that knocked out power for 7 days. My husband and I put a radio on top of our TV. One evening. We realize that we were staring at the non working TV while listening to the radio

  • @scikotic28gaming79
    @scikotic28gaming79 4 місяці тому

    Glad you, Jen and your house are fine. Been in similar situations having loved ones on Hurricane areas without any type of communication. Prayers out to those in need and those who lost loved ones. Blessings to you both Jacob and Jen and both of your families. Better days will come adm hope to see you back on the road soon.

  • @brianking973
    @brianking973 4 місяці тому

    I'm happy for you and Jenn. Being back together and both safe with electricity and minimal flooding. Be safe and thanks for bringing us along.

  • @michaelstrong3634
    @michaelstrong3634 4 місяці тому +2

    Seems like a good time for a break and get your home and family in order.

  • @jnotravels
    @jnotravels 4 місяці тому +1

    Maybe an atenna for the tv might
    get you local news. There is also the radio where you can get info from.

  • @pammiedoodle8693
    @pammiedoodle8693 4 місяці тому +4

    So glad you made it home safely and at least you have electric!👍🏼😊

  • @tennesseetammy8716
    @tennesseetammy8716 4 місяці тому +1

    Glad you and all your family and home was good, and glad you made it home safe!

  • @smokingfoxx
    @smokingfoxx 4 місяці тому +2

    Cat pee soda! Stock the bunker! ) glad you two love birds and the kitty’s are safe. Sending love to western Carolina

  • @janineshaner1107
    @janineshaner1107 4 місяці тому +2

    Glad you made it home and that you're both ok!

  • @albertringshauser5805
    @albertringshauser5805 4 місяці тому

    GLAD to see you both safe and all is well.

  • @alliekuma4234
    @alliekuma4234 4 місяці тому +1

    I'm really glad you made it home safely and that both Jenn and your home are safe. I know this has been a nightmare for a lot of people so I'm really glad you guys are okay.

  • @Bucky749
    @Bucky749 4 місяці тому

    I’m glad every on is ok . That is a cute story about Jimmy cracked corn 🌽. Maybe on of your road trips you should bring him as you and Jenny’s mascot .

  • @RibeyeSusie
    @RibeyeSusie 4 місяці тому

    Thinking of you and Jen❤

  • @RebeccaW.-gn4sj
    @RebeccaW.-gn4sj 4 місяці тому +4

    Sending ❤ to you, Jen, & your beautiful kitties 😸

  • @stevegoodwin4914
    @stevegoodwin4914 4 місяці тому +1

    Glad u both + ur loved ones r safe xx
    Hopes + prayers 4 those affected, I'm in UK so don't c it myself

  • @wayloncutler8570
    @wayloncutler8570 4 місяці тому

    I'm glad your family is okay and I'm glad you're doing good and all that I know it's a scary time for you to have to go back to that but at least you and your family are safe and good and that's all that's all we ask for people to be safe

  • @sandrapanico6357
    @sandrapanico6357 4 місяці тому

    My heart goes out to you and your family and I hope you can get back on your feet too

  • @keith31100
    @keith31100 4 місяці тому

    Jacob, so glad to see you and Jen are safe. Please be safe cleaning up.

  • @history_leisure
    @history_leisure 4 місяці тому

    I have relatives in the Waynesville area. They lost power for a few days, but are okay

  • @ck2d
    @ck2d 4 місяці тому +2

    My cat was not impressed by the vacuum sound. So glad you're all safe.

  • @mindyhoeh4466
    @mindyhoeh4466 4 місяці тому +1

    Jen you did great!!! Jacob I’m glad you were able to make it home!!! My friends son lost his home he was sleeping and 10 feet from his bed a tree came through the house almost killing him. I am so thankful you’re ok! My sister and her fiancé were lucky too 🙏🙏🙏🙏 for everybody.

  • @susantumblety6003
    @susantumblety6003 4 місяці тому +1

    So so glad you guys are okay! Good to see you laughing! You both are so lucky!!!

  • @pennyinaz
    @pennyinaz 4 місяці тому

    So glad you made it home safely Jacob. Catching up on some of your videos I've missed to help keep your views up. Sending you and Jen and your community best wishes for continued strength and perseverance in this heartbreaking time. 😞💞

  • @michaelhembree4167
    @michaelhembree4167 4 місяці тому

    love your home ..

  • @dwanenorvell1522
    @dwanenorvell1522 4 місяці тому

    So glad you made it home safe it's nice you both are together in this hard time I'll keep you in my prayers

  • @angelgirlny4256
    @angelgirlny4256 4 місяці тому

    Hi Jacob and Jenn I am so glad you guys weren't severely affected by the hurricane. My thoughts go out to those who were. My thoughts of moving south have definitely stopped. I could not deal with the hurricanes etc. I'll stay right here in upstate NY. Take of yourselves and your home. ❤ to you and Jenny Penny.

  • @ilanarhian
    @ilanarhian 4 місяці тому +1

    Glad you could get home. All the best to you and Jen.

  • @mattholland3081
    @mattholland3081 4 місяці тому

    Omigod! I had a red variant of that very same monkey as a kid (born in ‘86). Same corduroy hat and overalls with the arm stripes. Wild that he has a blue cousin out there.

  • @bostonjohn7064
    @bostonjohn7064 4 місяці тому

    Im glad you guys are safe

  • @Devin-Capper
    @Devin-Capper 4 місяці тому +1

    To all those who were affected by the hurricane. Keep your faith high and be strong as we go through this . WNC was my home while growing up and the rest of the USA is with you through this.

  • @ChristopherHovis
    @ChristopherHovis 4 місяці тому

    I hope you guys take care of yourself and be safe and from the hurricane

  • @231krazy
    @231krazy 4 місяці тому

    Hey Jacob, glad to see you guys are safe. You need to see about becoming preppers. It will take you some time but when you have everything you need at hand you will not worry so much. I am a long time prepper from way back when, i also keep my car ready so when I leave I am still ready. Just a thought. Love your videos.

  • @RawRimaPolarBear
    @RawRimaPolarBear 4 місяці тому

    So happy that you and Jen are okay and that your house made it through the hurricane. You guys got this and things will get better 😊

  • @kayhoag6172
    @kayhoag6172 4 місяці тому

    Your little pumpkin guy is SUPER cute!! Always enjoy watching you two 😀

  • @paboy2727
    @paboy2727 4 місяці тому +1

    Glad you guys are ok I have relatives down there who got it pretty bad there yard has 2 feet of just about everything from all over town but thank god there house is a 100% safe no damage

  • @johndoyle9695
    @johndoyle9695 4 місяці тому +1

    Good to see you are both safe.

  • @MP-gm5gg
    @MP-gm5gg 4 місяці тому

    Love the stuffed animal show and tell. Glad all is well. Safe and sound. It really was a bad bad hurricane. Here in Florida ,lots and lots of damage. Stay safe everyone , thank you Jen and Jacob.

  • @denisehibbs9576
    @denisehibbs9576 4 місяці тому

    So glad you are ok. Praying for everyone !

  • @missGLO.
    @missGLO. 4 місяці тому +2

    Jacob and Jen My heart is broken too I live in Mars Hill 💔 I grew up in Asheville. We(WNC) Will Stand Strong To Gather 💪 💪.

  • @BrendaBrendabluestone-ho8hk
    @BrendaBrendabluestone-ho8hk 4 місяці тому

    Carpetbagger so sorry to hear about the people in you're town I am so happy you're family are doing well and you're doing well and Jenn

  • @LauraMatthiesen
    @LauraMatthiesen 4 місяці тому

    Our thoughts are with you and your community during this time. My family and I are thankful that you and Jen are safe.

  • @Nunya_Bidnez
    @Nunya_Bidnez 4 місяці тому

    You're fans have gone with you for a long time. Still are. Stay strong brother. Don't forget how fortunate you are. Thank you for sharing it with us.

  • @LinecookThorJamiethaxton
    @LinecookThorJamiethaxton 4 місяці тому +1

    Hope you and Jen are doing well and hope you guys are safe and sound sending prayers and love to you 🙏 and your family and friends at this time

  • @rachelle6339
    @rachelle6339 4 місяці тому

    That would have to be scary Jenn being there during the storm alone . I’m so glad Jacob is there with you now. I know I would be so afraid with my husband at home . ❤😊

  • @Marina-Leia
    @Marina-Leia 4 місяці тому

    I’m also in western NC. So fortunate to have no damage at my place, but helping anyone I can! Glad you and your family are okay ❤

  • @MissKatyAllison
    @MissKatyAllison 4 місяці тому

    Hi Jacob, I’m catching up on your videos, since returning home after Hurricane Helene. I don’t know if you’re on this platform much, but I wanted to let you know your videos have been uploading-even with the destruction of most, if not all comm’s. I’m so happy you’re safe, that Jen’s safe & all your loved ones. Lifting y’all up in prayers. If there’s anything I can do to help, even though I’m in California, please don’t hesitate to reach out. From being a huge fan of your channel, for years, I knew you lived in that area and thought of you! I hope your daughter is safe! God bless you! 🇺🇸🤍

  • @garyfong6806
    @garyfong6806 4 місяці тому

    Hi Jacob,
    I’m glad you, Jenn and your family are safe!

    • @garyfong6806
      @garyfong6806 4 місяці тому

      I just saw that parts of I-40 are closed until September 2025?
      Stay safe!