A tree CRASHED onto the ROOF of our NEW RV! But we were SO lucky!

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We were camping in our cousin's driveway surrounded by tall trees when a thunderstorm turned especially ugly. We feel lucky to be here to relate the story, since we weren't sure what was going to happen when the winds went berserk. In this video, we relate the details of a pretty terrifying experience and what happened to our RV. ‪@outdoorsrvmfg‬ ‪@mytsolar‬
Peter Knize & John Sullivan host The RVgeeks RU-vid channel and create original articles about RVing on their blog, TheRVgeeks.com. They also co-hosted the first 5 seasons of The RVers TV show on The Discovery Channel, PBS iTunes and other outlets, also serving as co-executive producers on the show. Full-Time RVers for more than 20 years, they share DIY RV maintenance, repair, travel, upgrade and operational tips & tricks they've learned over more than 2 decades on the road.
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@MaryWehmeier 3 месяца назад

Your propane safety valves really showed how important they are. Grateful you’re safe. It’s amazing how much the solar panels saved the roof.

@debbizill9835 3 месяца назад

So glad you both are okay. Sorry about the damage and having to go through that. 🫂🫂

@Hundert1 3 месяца назад

Do most all travel trailers with the dual tanks come standard with that safety valve feature?

@kc8bdr 3 месяца назад

@@Hundert1 The safety valve is part of the propane tank and all propane tanks that can be transported full will have that safety valve.

@Hundert1 3 месяца назад

@kc8bdr That's great to hear!! Thank you 👍🏻👍🏻

@suemoore7779 3 месяца назад

So glad you are both safe. ❤

@fpointla1 3 месяца назад

so glad you're OK .... the trees falling in the same direction gave me Hurricane Katrina flashbacks .... the power of nature is phenomenal

@sharonpowell6559 3 месяца назад

So sorry you experienced such a traumatic ordeal with the storm. I’m happy to hear only minimum damage too. Thankful you both are ok as well as your cousin. Safe travels

@geraldsouthard7092 3 месяца назад

So glad that you two, and your cousins were not physically harmed. The mental side of trauma will remain a bit longer. But you have each other to help you get through that too. Safe travels.

@sleahy4082 3 месяца назад

Wow! The power of nature is truly stunning. The Tardis did not, however take you over the rainbow. Glad you both are safe. Take care and stay well.

@HumbleRoad 3 месяца назад

Sounds like you both maintained presence of mind and did everything correctly. Hard to believe, but your Guardian Angels had your backs! Whew! Godspeed.

@MortonsontheMove 3 месяца назад

So scary!! So incredibly grateful you guys are OK! 😓What a freak incident. Big hugs and feel free to come back to our place if you need help with repairs! 💛

@dakat1726 3 месяца назад

Even when you're both rattled by a big event- you're still more composed than most of us. Glad you're okay!

@wildbilt 3 месяца назад

To witness the raw unleashed power of Mother Nature from a well built but let’s face it; doesn’t stand a chance RV-is a moment that will be an indelible memory. Continue to live the good life, say your prayers, and we’ll look forward to updates on the relatively minor repairs.

@Learning.Naturally 3 месяца назад

Glad you are safe. RV camping- The Extreme Edition

@RonInAVan 3 месяца назад

The main thing is that you two are safe!! The RV can be replaced. This same thing happened to us when we were in a T/ trails On the Oregon Coast in our diesel pusher RV, when we woke up all the trees around us was fallen on top of other RVs but somehow our Rv was unharmed, but we was boxed in and couldn’t leave until crews came out to remove the trees. We was so lucky. Wishing you guys all the best getting your Rv back in shape.

@rexg1960 3 месяца назад

WOW! Everything can be replaced except for your lives. Glad you're both okay!

@daveanderson4000 3 месяца назад

Sue and I are grateful that no one was injured and your new RV wasn’t severely damaged. I have always liked the UV protection that solar panels provide to our roof, now I know they can do even more.

@MrAlbarry51 3 месяца назад

I’m glad you two are safe and unharmed.

@BobCarolynThompson 3 месяца назад

I am sure having a plywood walk on roof helped to keep those panels from flying away. So glad you just have minor repairs to be done and you are both safe.

@ronjacobs6685 3 месяца назад

Glad no one was hurt and the damage seems minor compared to what it could of been. Safe travels and good luck with the repairs.

@jazzyzgurl2683 3 месяца назад

What a harrowing experience! We're so glad you both and your cousins are all ok, and there was minimal damage to your new RV.

@johninYVR 3 месяца назад

Until this week every single RV that I know the owners have had at least one little nick or scratch. That includes me and, like most owners, I found the first visible damage is disheartening. Especially since it usually involves maneuvering slowly near trees and bushes. I always figured that the RVgeeks would have a gas station other-driver incident or a 'desert sandblasting' incident, but NOT a tree scratch as their first visible damage incident. I'm glad for a few thing in this story: 1. Nobody got injured, 2. Most of the damage is somewhat minor and easily repairable, 3. Peter and John can breathe easier now that the 'first scratch' event is history. Good video of the aftermath. Hope all the family and the neighbours are doing okay. John

@gailjohnson6670 3 месяца назад

Very blessed to have survived. Thank you for the video. Blessings to you.

@PhilDonaldson 3 месяца назад

So glad you're OK, guys. 👍🏾

@joethecomputerguy1 3 месяца назад

Wow. That does scare me being around trees. Glad no one was hurt. I can only imagine the noise it created. Crazy stuff.

@nickhensley9904 3 месяца назад

Gosh guys. Glad yall are ok. Close call there. We’ve hid out in many a campground bathrooms from storms and or tornadoes.

@Anthony-c5k 2 месяца назад

I'm glad daddies are okay

@RVwithTito 3 месяца назад

That's terrifying. Very close call. So glad you guys are ok.

@RVgeeks 3 месяца назад

Thanks so much, Brian. We really were incredibly lucky.

@MrMarkCaudill 2 месяца назад

Glad you guys are okay. Sounds like straight line winds. Be safe out there.

@stephen5147 3 месяца назад

Good lesson for the rest of us - to get away from trees when a strong storm is coming. It's amazing how small is the root ball on these huge Oak trees.

@nwtraveler5266 3 месяца назад

What a frightening ordeal to go through. Glad all are safe. Everything else is replaceable. 😃

@dennisbutler349 3 месяца назад

Glad you guys are okay and posting videos again. We have full-timed for 2.5 years and spent May in the OKC area for several family-related events. We sheltered three times during our stay, the first time we have ever sheltered while RVing. It was not a relaxing month because we were constantly weather watching. Slides in or slides out? Where can we park the tow vehicle to avoide hail damage. The list goes on. We left unscathed at the end of the month. Safe travels.

@RayChristina-p7g 3 месяца назад

Thank god you guy's and your cousin's are alright!

@catherinerague1190 3 месяца назад

I'm glad you and your family are all OK

@kradwonders 3 месяца назад

How are your pants? Glad you guys are ok. RV’s can be fixed or replaced, the important thing is you alive and well enough to tell us the story. Michigan weather can be weird.

@waynert69 3 месяца назад

Having gone through hurricanes in Florida, we can relate. Out neighbor's roof landed on our roof in the middle of the night. We understand exactly what you mean by all the debris. Glad everyone is OK and the rig did a well as it did. Good luck getting everything repaired. Maybe I need a few more panels. 🙂

@RickandDarcirvadventures 2 месяца назад

Glad you’re alright

@laurieb9638 3 месяца назад

I’m glad you’re both okay and the rig is still intact. It sounds like you experienced a microburst or derecho because the trees all fell in the same direction. I’m sure you’re relieved. Good luck to you and your cousins.

@exploringcoasttocoast0203 3 месяца назад

Y’all were blessed. Glad you’re ok.

@marcywebb7254 3 месяца назад

Guys, so glad to hear you are ok. Sending you a hug.

@tommyg5346 3 месяца назад

Great news minimal damage and no injuries. But man I would have had to change my underwear. Storms are one thing I worry about while out in the RV.

@binglee6335 3 месяца назад

Thank goodness you guys are ok

@binglee6335 3 месяца назад

Hang in there 😮

@stephanedupont2111 3 месяца назад

Wow! So glad that you’re both safe! Take care!

@artboudreau 3 месяца назад

Thankfully, you and your family are okay. 🙏

@ABQdoubleG 3 месяца назад

I am so happy to hear you both are safe and the rest of the family as well. Your adventure sounds absolutely horrifying. Take care of yourselves and be safe out there.

@glennkennedy441 3 месяца назад

Wow, sorry you guys had to go through this with the new rig, hopefully soon you'll have it back to it's original state. BUT, glad no one got hurt !!!

@timothyallen2862 Месяц назад

Wow! Glad you both came through the storm okay. From fellow “ORVers” RVing is ALWAYS an adventure, even when your mooch-docking! Those ORVs are tough rigs! Happy travels…

@RVgeeks Месяц назад

@@timothyallen2862 Thanks so much, Timothy. Great to hear from a fellow ORVer!

@suebarton754 3 месяца назад

Thankfully you’re ok and your RV is relatively good to go. Hope your insurance is good to you! ❤

@elaineg4921 3 месяца назад

BLESSINGS ALWAYS

@robreighter2851 3 месяца назад

Geeez, so scary! Glad you’re safe.

@ricklarson114 3 месяца назад

Glad you are ok!

@glamperjan 3 месяца назад

Wow glad you guys are ok

@remizecman5535 3 месяца назад

Are thoughts and prayers are with you as you overcome this unfortunate experience. You are safe and that is a blessing.

@davidhillbrand2302 3 месяца назад

Glad you are OK - very scary experience.

@debbiejohnson1441 3 месяца назад

Thank God you'll are ok. Be safe.

@jenfugit7801 3 месяца назад

Glad you are both safe! Living in Nebraska, this year especially, we have had quite the number of heavy and scary storms. As for being in my RV during similar events, I have been lucky enough to be at my daughter's house (and inside when things get too rough). My one and only Boondocker's Welcome experience was in Kansas and I was so thankful for my hosts who texted me, "You better come inside now!" and kept me and the doggo safe and sane through the storm.

@Walker2613 3 месяца назад

Glad to both are ok, everything else can be fixed ❤️

@nancyf52 3 месяца назад

Thank goodness neither one of you were injured or your cousins. Amazing how those panels helped save the roof and the trailer only has minor repairs. Take care and safe travels.

@cboyle707 3 месяца назад

Sending good wishes to you and the family.

@PacificLockCompany 3 месяца назад

Wow, that’s so scary. The whole crew over here is very happy to hear you and the family are unharmed! We wish you better luck as your travels continue ~ stay safe!!

@RVgeeks 3 месяца назад

Thanks so much! And thanks for providing such great theft protection for our trailer. Do you happen to make anything that protects from wind, too? 😁

@PacificLockCompany 3 месяца назад

@@RVgeeks We admit, that's one we didn't see coming! I'll talk to the team about getting a full RV "force field" into production! Keyed-alike, of course! 😆

@karinwest919 3 месяца назад

Glad to see that you two survived this without any injury ! Henceforth the panels shall be called IMPACT PANELS! As you said, better the panels than the structure of the RV, just stinks with a brand new rig. This spring has been quite violent all over the Midwest and into the South. We had a large tree uprooted in a short but very intense wind burst and fell on our RV shed, damaging the roof a couple of week ago. Hope you will recoup from this scary experience quickly!

@FS-vh7mf 3 месяца назад

Glad you both are ok! Surprised you weren’t filming

@RVgeeks 3 месяца назад

Thanks! But we were a little too distracted to film. 😂

@scotthoran3704 3 месяца назад

Holy crap! You're in my home town! So glad you're ok

@ottof230 3 месяца назад

Praise the Lord you are both safe and well.

@royalpools 3 месяца назад

God bless you guys

@joycejohnsonowens646 2 месяца назад

You were so lucky, tornadoes are so dangerous, says me from TN and having been in one.

@elizabethlarose4368 3 месяца назад

Wow! Glad you and yours are safe . Great information about taking the 2 broken panels out of the system.

@sherryarcher4832 Месяц назад

So glad you both are safe. Love your new rv. Happy travels.

@RVgeeks Месяц назад

@@sherryarcher4832 Thanks so much. 🥰

@JonTanOsb 3 месяца назад

Wow, guys! I'm glad the damage is fixable. I know your channel isn't into click-bait, so I knew I'd see the real deal. Lots of RU-vid content to follow. At least you don't have to worry about "the first scratch" anymore. I'll bet the next time you see a tornado warning, you'll go to a big parking lot, away from anything that can hit you. :) Cheers. Jon in rural BC, Canada

@barbaramcclung9624 3 месяца назад

Stay safe and vigilant!

@chriscook9206 3 месяца назад

Yikes! Glad to see you guys are ok. That sounded terrifying. I’m assuming the weather app will be your number one go to app from now on. Safe travels guys.

@busaj383 3 месяца назад

Not very much damage for such a bad storm, at least you have a RU-vid channel to post things up and get some views to help pay for repairs. Things happen to people everyday, glad to see you made it thru ok 😊

@raymondmcdonald7085 Месяц назад

Wow guys! What an experience! Very happy you are both alright. The trees falling, and the damage they can do are no joke. The branches are amazingly heavy. Until you've experienced something like that, it is hard to appreciate. You guys lucked out having minimal damage and walking away unscathed. On the lighter side, the rig has been christened. You've received your first "scratches". Now the rest is smooth sailing and the worry of keeping it perfect is reduced! Time for some repair video's! 😊

@RVgeeks Месяц назад

Thanks Raymond!

@raymondmcdonald7085 Месяц назад

Did you guys keep your DJI Zoom? Or did that get downsized as well?

@RVgeeks Месяц назад

@@raymondmcdonald7085 We actually downsized to the DJI Mini 3 Pro a couple of years ago. They just keep getting better and smaller and better and smaller!

@peterpissott9849 3 месяца назад

Had something happen like this three years ago very scary situation glad you guys weren't injured.

@steveharkins279 3 месяца назад

So glad you guys are ok, reminds me of getting flooded out in 2019, water got to the top of the dash in class C. Totaled out. Took 2 months to get insurance, now in Bounder 06 35E.

@leebiggs2844 3 месяца назад

Glad you guys are ok. One thing about a travel trailer, had your truck been damaged severely you can rent a truck to tow it in order to continue your travels. In January 2021 a windstorm blew down a lot of trees in our area in Washington. Unfortunately one of them SMASHED my GMC 3500 that tows my 5th wheel. I had to find a replacement for a huge trip planned to Florida that was 9 weeks away. No rentals can tow a 5th wheel.

@BrewNomads 3 месяца назад

So glad you two were unscathed, aside from damage to your nerves and RV!

@steventiefel112 3 месяца назад

So glad you're both physically ok. Thanks for sharing your experience and the specifics on the damage to your rig.

@l4xx03luyf6l0to 3 месяца назад

You guys are so lucky! It could have turned out so differently if things were changed by just a few feet. I am glad everyone is safe.

@seekingjoynow1722 3 месяца назад

Glad you are OK. New to your channel. You sure were lucky. Always check the weather and turn on alerts. 😮

@steveharkins279 3 месяца назад

PS, thanks for the tough tops tip, just replaced drivers side.

@janetfolkerts5827 3 месяца назад

You are truly blessed to not have any more damage and that your cousin's house and buildings survived as well. I know from experience that the force of a tornado could have easily took you all the way back to Kansas..Thank you for sharing.

@rosebonner7091 3 месяца назад

We have been through similar situations with hurricanes and tornadoes. Fortunately we only had severe rocking of our TT. Very pleased the two of you are okay and only had minor damage. Would love to know who you have for insurance and how your insurance company handles your claims.

@barbaracarlson7402 3 месяца назад

I am very grateful you both survived that storm unharmed, physically at least, your nerves may take a little longer to recover! Also glad your cousins are ok. It’s amazing the rv escaped with not a lot of damage. May your future travels be much calmer! Take care.

@cherylbacon2752 3 месяца назад

How terrifying! So glad to hear that you and your cousins are physically ok. I'm sorry you had to go through that, and for the damage to your RV. May your future travels be more calm.

@olebloom1641 2 месяца назад

Having been through several tornado's very happy y'all or ok. Things can be replaced.

@RVgeeks 2 месяца назад

@@olebloom1641 Thanks so much! Glad we (and you) are okay.

@bigbenhuisman 3 месяца назад

Glad that you're okay and that damage was limited. So scary at the time, but afterwards the realization that things can be fixed and gratitude that you're okay and safe will settle in. So happy to see you posting back on youtube again, but not for this reason.

@ruthjansson8676 3 месяца назад

What a terrifying experience. So glad you are both OK. Thank you for sharing.

@rene-ro6oe 3 месяца назад

Wow!!! How scary. Thank goodness everyone was safe.

@sonialondon7189 3 месяца назад

So very sorry to hear about your traumatic experience. But so glad you and the rv weathered the storm pretty well. It’s important to talk about your experience as well as your feelings. Lean on your loved ones for support and take care of yourselves.

@SHalto142 3 месяца назад

I'm very sorry for you two and trust you will emotionally recover shortly. I love trees and hate what happened to your cousin's beautiful mature oaks.

@Robnord1 3 месяца назад

Being under trees in a storm can be spooky. Glad your damage was relatively minor. All 3 of our places no longer travel and are parked under a thick canopy of 140' + tall Western Red Cedars and a few Alders. In severe windstorms I sometimes stay up and make regular trips out surveying for damage.

@kcn.2756 3 месяца назад

Thankfully you both and your family are well. That is the most important news!🙏🏼

@WilHershberger 3 месяца назад

So glad that you are both safe. Certainly a scary ordeal. We were through a similar experience in Westmoreland Kansas. On April 30th when an F3 tornado went through just 100 or so meters from our Dutch Star. Unfortunately, there were three other RVs in the campground closer to the path. They weee all destroyed. Fortunately, we only suffered paint damage. Lots of deep nicks from flying stones and house debris. We were in shock for days. We had heard the tornado siren sound for about 30 seconds then it stopped. When we open the coach door the tornado was literally right there. We jumped in our truck and took off so we were out of the danger zone. What a terrible experience. And the real kicker is that we had been to see the Wizard of Oz museum that morning. Stay safe.

@RVgeeks 3 месяца назад

How terrible! But you can't make up the fact that you'd been to that museum that very day!

@stephaniepowers64 3 месяца назад

OMG!!! Thank goodness you're ok and the RV fixable. How traumatic for you both. I'm glad the RV Gods were looking out for you. Safe travels from here on out.

@sykesc2 3 месяца назад

Wow! That is some true devastation. I am so glad to hear you are both safe and whole and that your damage was relatively minor! Very understandably, you both sound like you are still a bit shaken up. I wish you all the best for your recovery and repairs. 🤗

@miketomas8564 3 месяца назад

So Glad that you both are ok. I can hear it in both of your voices how traumatic that experience was. That really was a close call. I want to think that The Doctor helped your TARDIS in some way. Good thing you never heard the cloister bells.

@the_original_landcruisers 3 месяца назад

Guys, we're so sorry to hear of this, but thankful for the safety of you guys and your family. We've been following you for literally years and years.

@zfree1017 3 месяца назад

So glad that everyone is ok.

@MililaniJag 3 месяца назад

WHEW!! Glad everyone's OK! 😁Now comes the really scary part... Insurance claims!! Hopefully just superficial damage.

@KindaKrafty 3 месяца назад

Scary business... 😳 Glad you and your rig are okay... phew....!!

@Justfixityourself 3 месяца назад

Thank you god 🙏

@ronstacy6054 3 месяца назад

Most important is that you two are okay. Everything else is repairable and replaceable. Keep us posted on the progress of your warranty and insurance progress.