Our Campervan Is Destroyed | Scariest Day Of Van Life

Scariest Day Of Van Life | Our Near-Death Experience

This was the scariest day of vanlife by far. Our US vanlife dream is over for now in the most dramatic fashion. We need to take some time to process what happened but we won't give up on our dreams of living in a van in the US.

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Hi Beans, we are still trying to process this but thanks so much for your support.


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[CajunKatsan]

My son Cody was in the big dump truck behind your van. His driver is the one trying to use the extinguisher on the van. Their other truck was in front of you. He was FaceTiming me to show me what was going on in real time. My word it was insane! We prayed for y’all and just was in shock to see it all happen. I’m so glad your doing ok and y’all have such a great bond of love between y’all. He just sent me this video to watch & it just broke my heart. I pray that y’all get back double of all the love y’all give. I swear, you just don’t know in this life. And I’m thankful y’all are safe. Bless y’all. “Cody’s mom” Kat

[awesomebob]

That girl who gave you a ride and let you use her car is one of my friends and my close friends girlfriend. I was at the scene that day and we are glad you are safe and happy we had a chance to meet you and learn of your channel. You have my support moving forward guys. Take care

[dreamerlotus]

The fireman apologising is just moving. Well done to Robert for trying to help, even if he couldn't save the vehicle the extinguisher could provide a safer exit for you both from the vehicle. The kindness of strangers here is heartwarming. Sorry for the loss of your van.

[rebeccalynn]

when they said they were overwhelmed with gratitude for the people who helped them, I broke down! I can't imagine having my entire vehicle literally burn down in front of my eyes, but just feeling happy that you're okay, that your person is okay. I'm so sorry to you both. onward and upward.❤

[frasermackie]

Bless that guy with the extinguisher! I think I can speak for everyone when I say, thank god you guys are safe and well. That’s just crazy

[Theendlessadventure]

We still can't believe this is real life. We keep thinking we'll walk out to Frank and Clementine sitting in the driveway together each morning. 😭😭 What a surreal day this was and we're just so so happy and thankful you got out when you did ♥🙌

[Divici]

For once I’m disappointed that this wasn’t clickbait. Best of luck to you guys, but you really are blessed. You can always replace a van but you can’t replace YOU

[maverickf]

Everything you lost can be replaced, and your license plate is proof that you have a guardian angel. The story you tell yourselves about this will determine what it is. Things have no meaning until they are assigned.
I am so grateful you are okay. Take the time you need to recover ♥️

[cassandranye]

My brother Robert Sanchez, just on his normal routine as a truck driver for Hill country waste solutions . He was the man with the Fire extinguisher. He truly is something else. So glad he was able to help for the short period he could.

[melissaw]

I hope, through social media, you can find the man with the extinguisher, who put his life in harms way to help you. He was truly a hero.

[edwinacaparelli]

This is an awesome video for teaching people how serious fire is and how good people can be in an emergency when people really need help. Everybody around you showed up, it's really touching.

[jennalibby]

Thank god you’re both okay! RIP Frank. ❤️🙏🏻

[davidmalone]

The guy with the extinguisher is a saint and needs thanking for his help

[casmatori]

This is literally 6 minutes away from the entrance to my neighborhood and I saw this happening. I had ZERO IDEA it was you guys, and I have watched you for ages. Such a small world and I hope you're doing OK.

[gailwagner]

Sometimes when bad things happen they happen in the best way they can.. so glad no one was hurt and you didn't lose all your possessions! ❤️

[purplefeather]

I'm crying with you while watching. I know the overwhelming heartache of the loss. But to be traveling really would take it's toll. To think you were that close to a tragic ending gives you a renewed outlook on life.

[donnareiche]

The garage fixing your van needs to be investigated. That you just got it back, casts suspicions on the quality of their work.

[OUMagMan]

As a service manager in the '70s, we had many a Ford towed in with this condition - albeit not nearly totaled as yours was. Ford had a two or three inch rubber line connected to a fuel strainer that actually screwed into the carburetor. After hundreds or maybe even thousands of hours of underhood heat and time on them, they would split crack and spew raw gasoline out on the engine and usually end up on the exhaust manifold where it would light. The funny thing is, the insurance company usually paid for everything except for that $3 fuel hose! I'm very glad to see you both got out OK ... my first time here - (also an RV'r).. best wishes! Jim and Cindy in Ohio.

[nature_photography_yukon]

So glad you are both unharmed! Really felt for you and what you went through emotionally. I love your attitude and positive perspectives, and glad you didn't have your important documents in there. Bless you both and all the best for your future journey.