Flying over Chimney Rock - Hurricane Helene Aftermath October 11th

Just some footage of the Bat Cave - Chimney Rock - Lake Lure area. This video was filmed October 11th.

I mentioned Chelsea's interview in this video. Here's some more information on how to help her:

This is a donation link given to me by a store owner in downtown Chimney Rock

The group who was boots on the ground and in the sky as soon as they could be - Aerial Recovery Group:
Aerial Recovery Group:

Many people are asking what they can bring or what to donate. It's hard for me to answer that. Please go on facebook and search for a reputable organization, where they are, and what they need. Someone like local churches, Samaritan's Purse, Cajun Navy 2016, etc. There are a lot of good organizations here right now but I don't know them all.

[MarkHuneycutt]

I mentioned Chelsea's interview in this video. Here's some more information on how to help her:

This is a donation link given to me by a store owner in downtown Chimney Rock

The group who was boots on the ground and in the sky as soon as they could be - Aerial Recovery Group:
Aerial Recovery Group:

Many people are asking what they can bring or what to donate. It's hard for me to answer that. Please go on facebook and search for a reputable organization, where they are, and what they need. Someone like local churches, Samaritan's Purse, Cajun Navy 2016, etc. There are a lot of good organizations here right now but I don't know them all. This region still needs a lot of help, especially Swannanoa and remote communities where cars still can't reach.

Edit:
Here's my theory on what the winds were doing down in the Chimney Rock Valley:

[Theonixco]

Your documentation of the aftermath is invaluable, again thank you.

[packplus]

Mark, please keep doing what you do. Your calm demeanor, no nonsense, no hype approach, combined with your excellent footage of the beautiful area you live in, is much appreciated! Thank you!!

[DeborahFlorian-gylw]

What an excellent way to let everyone see the massive damage. You are one brave young man!

[LonnieDunn-qsur]

Thank you for making these videos and your military service.

[RealLifeHeroes]

thank you for your service in the army, sir. and thank you for showing us the honest truth of the aftermath of Helene.

[dakota]

It's going to be a while before I can get to my house behind the Esmerelda Inn and the footage you shoot is so helpful to get an overview of the home and my neighbors homes - thank you!

[trcass]

excellent video. i was an imagery analyst for 52 years for the Army and DOD. your aerial shots were great and really showed the devastation the hurricane brought. Thank you for your service to our country.

[BrysonCityDashCam]

5 years ago when i bought my house there were 3 houses in my budget. The house in Cullowhee was next to the river. The house in Whitter had a stream about 10 feet from the back door and a spring under the house with a trap door for natural refrigeration and home cooling during summer months.

The house in Bryson City was all electric and on a hill. Yep it got creepy when the power was out that Thursday night into Friday morning September I'm so thankful I chose the one on the hill.

[dianebeier]

Mark, I subscribed to you the first day you showed us the real deal.Im a 71 year old woman from the U.p. of Michigan. You are the BEST at informing us for truth, and you are an amazing young man...This coverage today as you "fly", is OUTSTANDING, thank you Mark. Much respect! Diane from U.P.of Michigan...❤❤❤❤❤❤

[jimmurphy]

DUDE. YOUR RIG SURVIVED!!!???
Great shots. This all needs to be documented for future generations. Ive been watching dozens of Helene videos for two days and yours are the best well done. Just the facts. Great effort. Thank you for your continued service.

[able]

I hope every content creator sees this video. You're up in the air with a motor on your back and I hear nothing but your voice. How perfect. Thank you and excellent video.

[griz]

This is the new, reliable, non-political news coverage. Remember to throw the creator enough support to keep bringing us the news we can trust.

The mainstream news has totally blown it.

[designc]

Excellent video---the network news needs to watch and learn. Their coverage of this event was pitifull.
This helps to understand the devastation! Picture-video is worth a thpusand words!
THANK YOU 1, 000 x 1, 000!

[funnybone]

My dad used to have a house in Lake Lure and the mountains of NC became one of my favorite places in the world. So many fun memories of driving to Chimney Rock’s Main Street to get ice cream and piddling at stores. I’m heartbroken by the destruction of nature, but I have full confidence the people of WNC revitalize the area to provide more families with lasting memories like I have. Sending all my love!

PS - Mark, I found you through these Helene videos, but my boyfriend and I have fallen in love with your paramotoring content. Thanks for sharing your passion with us!!

[abarri]

Thank you for covering all of this better than anyone else. Also thank you for your service.

[gabrielwatson]

I live in North Georgia at the foot of Fort Mountain. When you look out over these mountains, you get this sense of peace and tranquility. But at the same time you can feel the danger and desperation one can feel in these circumstances. The creek that runs right in my front yard keeps telling me the story of my neighbors up there in N.C and Tennessee. I've been gathering bits and pieces of debris floating along. I can't help but feel the anguish and despair for those who've been devastated by this storm. Truly, they are ALL in my prayers.🙏💯

[tolnaijani]

First: thank you for your service, Sir!
And thank you again for this documentary

[annjuurinen]

Great footage. Reportage that people can actually believe. You are a Voice of truthfulness. Much needed.

[gregmoyer]

I really admire the way you show the flood damage, matter of fact no hype or B.S. and Thank you for your Service Sir