Im surprised the beach was so empty! Your instincts to leave the car and walk to water proved invaluable! My condolences to all the families who lost loved ones 😔

@thedadar

10 ай бұрын

on an empty beach there are not many people, he'should invite people to the beach,

@constancedenchy9801

10 ай бұрын

I was also surprised how empty the beach was

@strongestnattyever-videos2247

10 ай бұрын

⁠*if you believe in god, it shouldn’t be heartbreaking, because the Bible states that God creates all natural disasters. God has murdered over 100 people in Hawaii so far. If you believe in God, you have no right to be sad…because you support the fact God is murdering these innocent people. God is so great!* 🤭🤭🤭🤦‍♂️

@Alainn305

10 ай бұрын

From where he parked to where the video ended. It’s an hour walk. On the streets. So not only did he make the right choice. He continued moving and survived because of it. Nice job

@americusgill403

10 ай бұрын

Me too!

I teach survival courses here in the states for those who find themselves lost and in harms way. Biggest contributor I see in cases where fatalities occur is panic. Panic causes irrational thinking and you can see how it could go downhill from there. You maintained situational awareness and made measured, well-reasoned choices in a dynamic situation. And you survived. Well done brother, well done. Hang in there man.

@dougyeefresh87

10 ай бұрын

What kind of things do people panic about that gets them in more trouble?

@marenpurves4493

10 ай бұрын

@@dougyeefresh87 anything. Quote from one of the Mt. St. Helen's eruption survivors: "If you panic you'll die"

@gardensofthegods

10 ай бұрын

Regrettably here for a lot of people they died because the police had the main road blocked and wouldn't let them leave . The only people who were able to drive out were the ones who knew the backroads way and a lot of people didn't know that way out ... or weren't able to reach it due to smoke or fire .

@paulthecpa2717

10 ай бұрын

@@dougyeefresh87 Getting lost is the most common activity we see panic leading to fatalities. Granted we have to speculate on some of the decisions made by the victim, but generally we trace the mistakes made to panic induced decision making. I used to be a dive instructor and panic was something we taught students to drive to avoid. We used to have a saying for example, if your high pressure hose blows at 100 feet that’s not desirable, and you can stake steps to survive, but if you panic, you will die. The fight, flight, freeze vestiges of our lizard brain are still with us. I do a little bit of defensive firearms training and the same applies. Panic causes weapons malfunctions, dropping fully loaded mags, trying to insert mags backwards, looking for the safety on a weapon that doesn’t have one, etc. Remaining calm doesn’t guarantee survival, but panic almost always leads to bad outcomes. I’m no expert by any means Doug, but the “you panic you die” mantra has stuck with me since I heard for the first time.

@paulthecpa2717

10 ай бұрын

@@gardensofthegods Garden, it is truly painful to think what those poor souls had to endure, once they understood their situation.

hearing your train of thought, out loud, was very insightful - but equally terrifying. i can’t even *begin* to imagine how much strength it must’ve taken, to maintain such composure. thank goodness you are okay. my heart breaks for everyone impacted by the recent fires 💔

@visicircle

9 ай бұрын

It's cliché to say this, but some people really are just built different.

@ArcoZakus

9 ай бұрын

@@visicircle , ... or grew up differently. My father (a salesman) was usually very charming in his own way. But on infrequent occasions his raging temper and non-existent anger management skills made for some very intense moments (and in my rebellious older brother's case, a few cracked ribs one Sunday morning). It turned out to be good training for keeping my head calm during other experiences later in life when people around me were in a panic. Joining the military and going off to war at a young age reinforced that training. Still, it is not something I am confident will always work for me. Had I been in Lahaina at the same time I don't know how I would have reacted. I don't know whether I was also "built different". Jonathon Herzog's awareness and calm in this situation is impressive.

@patricialloyd866

8 ай бұрын

well i guess I must be deaf 🥴

@richardcallihan9746

6 ай бұрын

Little did you know you were in the middle of a covert operation.

Never ever seen a massive wind storm like this with no clouds and pure direct sun.

@Myslivelee1

8 ай бұрын

I had the same thoughts… Very strange. No clouds… 🤔

@IUseRandomPfps

8 ай бұрын

@babskaz74Huh, that’s a weird way to spell “Cyclone Dora dozens of miles offshore to the south along with a low pressure system drawing air in from the north.”

@IUseRandomPfps

8 ай бұрын

​@babskaz74 I'm assuming you're gonna tell me the Rolling Fork tornado was controlled by the government too?

@IUseRandomPfps

6 ай бұрын

@@jockoharpo2622 There was a low pressure system north of Hawaii pulling in air. And no. The government had nothing to do with this. Stop overestimating them, you're not "waking people up".

@jockoharpo2622

6 ай бұрын

@@IUseRandomPfps It's not up to you or anyone else to make any call as to if I'm waking up anyone. Plasma fires or an other raging fire generates high winds. I also don't need you telling me who did what or when or where or how. I'll suspect whomever I please that did this. You sure are mighty defensive on that. Who do you work for there shill?

Please don't ever delete this pure piece of history.

@lovenloyalty777

10 ай бұрын

Store it offline, videos are disappearing from people's files

@jodymcgrady8654

10 ай бұрын

It will be deleted. KZread is part of the world's corruption!!

@jodymcgrady8654

10 ай бұрын

​@lovenloyalty777 wow!! Wtf? Do you mean people's personal files?

@jodymcgrady8654

10 ай бұрын

​@@lovenloyalty777Edward Snowden!! 😢

@Dean-O-Holics

3 ай бұрын

Don’t delete and no suicides!

You captured much needed images of police blocking roads and stopping people from evacuating, this is vital imagery

@tarralynne9256

10 ай бұрын

I wonder how those policeman feel now that hundreds are dead in their cars?

@johnthompson9513

10 ай бұрын

​@@tarralynne9256; makes you think doesn't it

@somedogsarecops2354

10 ай бұрын

AI posts.

@ttdttd4211

10 ай бұрын

​@@tarralynne9256they probably didn't give 2 crap

@susanaamador

10 ай бұрын

I was literally thinking, why do they keep re-routing them down front Street, I don't freaking get it! The cops set them up for death, so sad

When you ditched your car and then looking back and knowing all those cars where you had been, did any survive or did they just wait and die in their vehicles. You made the right decision. Great documentation

@barbarabaldwin7120

9 ай бұрын

There is no sugar-coating the deaths in cars.

This had me in tears. Your calm and awareness was impeccable. Leaving your car and then leaving the dock saved your life. I can not FATHOM going thru that. God's not done with you yet my friend!! ❤🙏 Sending the biggest hugs from Northern California ❤

@emmacoombs8681

10 ай бұрын

Amen, I agree with you. Love also from the UK 🙏 ❤ 🕊 🇬🇧

@dsantos10

9 ай бұрын

Us Californians are watching and wondering why your power wasn’t turned off when that wind picked up. Normal for us here. Yes we complain but we live.

@avamasquerade

9 ай бұрын

People are much more valuable than whatever God might or might not find them useful. Please be considerate of what you say, for every person you unthinkingly say "God isn't done with you yet," to, you're implicitly telling innumerable others that their passed loved ones were expendable because "God" had no "use" for them anymore.

@DuluthHap

9 ай бұрын

Really @avam ... go home

@justinewhite-hadley3138

9 ай бұрын

@@avamasquerade Not implied at all.

Your decisions under duress and instincts were literally lifesaving. This video truly captured the fear most folks there must have felt. The kindness strangers provided you was evidence there is still grace in this world…

@AdventuresInRandomness

10 ай бұрын

Absolutely thinking this same thing too

@LLS710

10 ай бұрын

Actually his actions were unintentionally foolish. He didn't grow up in fire country, you can tell. You get out , out, out immediately. You DON"T film it. You get out of there fast as you possibly can. I was biting my nails because from the first traffic jam, it was time to abandon your vehicle immediately. I've seen fire storms begin forming across 12 lanes of Los Angeles/ Orange County freeways, make these wild sideways fire tunnels 200 feet in the air, rotating and with the black smoke produced, make "bridges" and go straight over all the cars in what looks like "ground" produced in the sky under the whirling balls of flames, and all of the sudden an entirely new part of town is engulfed in flames.. . It's like watching hell in real time.

@84americanwoman

10 ай бұрын

Well, I think it’s part of culture these days to document. I would have been peaced out tbh because how fast it looked like the pit of hell but If he hadn’t documented we wouldn’t know true min by min progression. Idk if he is a journalist or just a local resident but journalists have been in the thick of disasters and war and lived to tell. This is horrific and incredibly sad to think of even being apart of this. I think this is going to be with the nation for a very long time.😢

@erickilleen3263

10 ай бұрын

Perfectly said.. learned a lot watching this .. god bless you all !!!

@rainrabbit9209

10 ай бұрын

@@LLS710 😮

This video should be required viewing for anyone interested in seeing how this tragedy happened. The impossibility of finding an open way to drive out, even when skies were clear and before there was visible smoke, is incredible/frustrating/heartbreaking

@matthewkirkland6497

10 ай бұрын

Cops did that. Turned everyone down front street 🤬 such idiots.

@kandacepatterson7965

10 ай бұрын

I would have drove thri that roadblock.not sorry

@snowball808

10 ай бұрын

I still think there was time to go around the other side of the island up napili. its not one way in and out like waianae is.

@Cheekymongoose351

10 ай бұрын

Agreed

@rainrabbit9209

10 ай бұрын

agree!

14:29 RIGHT HERE is where you made the best decision and saved your own life. ❤ Wow. Unbelievable footage. Thank you for sharing this with the world. Officials in Hawaii... the whole world is watching! 🌎

All those poor souls that didn't park and go to the water or had no way to go there, shame on those that blocked the way and turned them back into that hell. Thank you for showing us this, as you made your way to safety. Prayers for all those lost and injured. What a tragedy.

@Bob31733

10 ай бұрын

They were blocking people from going into the fire, not out.

@kilogulf1164

10 ай бұрын

The downed power poles were blocking the road, which fell hours before the fire had flared up.

@vizix5831

10 ай бұрын

Classic Kill Box - all this death a d destruction so gill bates can turn Lahaina into an AI smart city

@Johnnyk999

10 ай бұрын

@@Bob31733 Not true. They were blocking people from getting out. Not just that, but routing people who were close to getting out _back_ into the danger zone. People were instructed to evacuate by car and the police were ordered to block the roads. There were no sirens and the people had no idea how serious it was because they had been told that the fire was contained.

@jasonr.9520

10 ай бұрын

i cant believe people accepted their fate...id of ploughed right through their fucking road block! cant believe no one didnt do that!

Excellent reminder to listen to your gut and not wait for “authorities” to guide you! I am so glad you had a happy ending. I hope everyone you know is safe

Thank you for posting. It helps one to understand “why” the fire moved so fast. Those winds were whipping! Very happy you made it home safely.

@fakawat7220

10 ай бұрын

not just that.. had some people thinking and saying the fire was far. but in the video it was near..

@WTP_1776

10 ай бұрын

and why so many died. police were forcing them to stay there and burn! thin blue line baby.

@superstarjohnnyecko

10 ай бұрын

​@@WTP_1776Kindly sight your source on this please.

@dragonspaw.blogspot4461

10 ай бұрын

That's standard in a fire, BTW; happened here in Cali as well and it can make the fires very specific with trees on one side unburned and cars on the other MELTED.

@Send_In_The_Clowns

10 ай бұрын

There are videos of people being forced to turn back, police barricades, which forced people to head straight towards harms way. @@superstarjohnnyecko The officers were only following orders, but who gave instruction?

We, all from Oahu, Kaua’i, Hawai’i, Ni’ihau, Moloka’i, Kaho’olawe, and Lana’i, all of Hawai’i, our praise will travel through our hearts to all Maui, and it’s peoples safety. ❤

@user-iz6xl7um2d

9 ай бұрын

just dont get attacked by josh

WOW!! Thank you Jonathan for sharing with us what it was like on that day. I have always loved Maui and Lahaina and have family living there. I now feel, in some small way what you all were going through. So happy you made it out and all our Brothers and Sisters are safe. Thank you again for giving us a glimpse of what it was like to be there. Our prayers are with you as the cleanup and recovery begin. Mahalo

You’re ability to stay so calm and collected during such a frightening and frustrating event is outstanding. My self talk would have been off the charts, but you were so calm, cool, collected and silent. Thank you for filming and sharing your survival story.

@MaginFlaBlueChoice

10 ай бұрын

My anxiety level would have been level 1M also! He really taught me a lesson about remaining calm without taking 20 Xanax. Excellent video on how survival in a dire situation should be handled! MAUI STRONG💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

@CharZzar

10 ай бұрын

The three C’s stay cool, calm and collected. ❤

@gigiis526

10 ай бұрын

@@MaginFlaBlueChoice I weened myself off of the horrible highly addictive drug zanax. It took me a yr. I thank God for his grace and His strength that gave me what I needed to get off of it forever!

@thomaskauser8978

10 ай бұрын

They got zero warning!

@bloopereel33

10 ай бұрын

@@thomaskauser8978 Neither did the people in Newnan GA 2 years ago. Tornado warnings are mediated by news and cycled through insurance agencies to grant them more money. Its' all about $$ my friend. Nothing to it. And its a damn shame on all of us.

What struck me: 1) The complete ABSENCE of emergency vehicles/sirens; 2) The death toll is going to be WAY higher than the ~114 stated now. Thanks for posting. Glad u made it out! 🙏

@8188jlpc

10 ай бұрын

This video is absolutely proof there was NONE.

@linoleumbonypart385

10 ай бұрын

Criminal negligence at the very least

@Playsinthedirt

9 ай бұрын

​@@8188jlpcand nothing on the radio, no announcements, the cops weren't saying which way to go, just turning them in circles and waiting for their demise. Fish even asked one of the officers why he was holding the people there and he said, "I'm just following orders." He didn't say it's too dangerous to go forward or there's a safer route this way, just: I'M FOLLOWING ORDERS.

@paulrichards2365

9 ай бұрын

Right. The only emergency vehicles to be seen were blocking people from getting out.

This has me in tears. I can’t imagine the fear and panic you endured… yet you stayed calm, made extremely smart decisions, and caught it all on tape. I thank God you are alive and reunited with your beautiful family. Much Aloha.🤙🏼

Praise Jesus, you made it out alive. You are a strong man. I find great peace in hearing your narration. I did not know there were people who could express themselves without profanity. Thank you.

@valerieclarneau9537

9 ай бұрын

I was thinking the same thing. I thought he had to be a Christian to handle it the way he did.

@cocochocookiedough

9 ай бұрын

​@@valerieclarneau9537No, he sounds very Buddhist.

@barbarabaldwin7120

9 ай бұрын

That's what kept me hangin on, and Knowing Someone up there was helping. Profanity makes people feel terrible, and solves nothing. YOUR job was to get out, and keep talking to viewers and--God.😇😇

@lawrenceadkins2924

9 ай бұрын

It is possible for a Jehovah's Witness to be a Christian also.@@valerieclarneau9537

@errm1913

8 ай бұрын

well, he did mention 'Kingdom Hall".....

This minimally edited video really captures the spontaneous nature of catastrophes. Just how quickly things can spin out of control in a seemingly safe situation. Thanks for posting this, it makes it easy to understand the horror that these people are going through. Glad you got out safe.

@Crosshatch1212

10 ай бұрын

With a lot off help , from the nefarious bunch

@lauralauren6432

9 ай бұрын

This was NO "NATURAL Disaster"

@heisenberg2122

9 ай бұрын

@@lauralauren6432 I didn’t say it was, I said “spontaneous nature OF catastrophes”. And it was a catastrophe.

How eerie seeing people on the streets not knowing that their home, workplace, hometown, vacation destination, etc - or even they themselves - were moments from being annihilated. Thank you for sharing this and may God bless and uplift all those affected by this horrific tragedy.

@superstarjohnnyecko

10 ай бұрын

It's this exact realization.of how fragile I truly am or how it can be over so fast and I won't even know that I ever once existed is what I try and hold onto to truly feel alive.

@thedouglaspodcast

10 ай бұрын

I know 😔that’s what gets me the most.. aside from the incredible anxiety I felt for this man up until about the 20 minute mark or so. Incredibly heartbreaking and may all the hundreds (if not more) of souls rest in peace 🥺💔😔

@strongestnattyever-videos2247

10 ай бұрын

*God creates natural disasters, and the Bible states that multiple times. God has murdered over 120 people in Hawaii so far.*

@strongestnattyever-videos2247

10 ай бұрын

@@thedouglaspodcast *God creates natural disasters, and the Bible states that multiple times. God has murdered over 120 people in Hawaii so far.*

@kglarkin1155

10 ай бұрын

Nice choice of words

What a great video and narration. For some reason, I started watching your video, which was so very captivating and interesting, and then, when you mentioned the Kingdom Hall, I realized you’re one of my brothers! Thank you so much it was really such a great video. And I’m so grateful you are safe and back with your wife and little dog. 😊

@mythoughts06

9 ай бұрын

I also thought he may be a brother but I have heard many people mention the kingdom hall there so I wasn't so sure but as I continued watching the way he carried himself and his thoughts I also believe he must be a brother. Jehovahs witnesses just have this kind peacefulness about them.

@newlycreated1864

9 ай бұрын

I think he was thinking to park his car somewhere so it didn't block traffic.

@hsmith8155

9 ай бұрын

I had the same reaction! I heard Kingdom Hall and my heart jumped! So happy you made it out safely. I'm sure the knowledge of Jehovah kept you from being panicked. ❤

@traci1960

9 ай бұрын

I knew it! You mentioned the Kingdom Hall twice and said you could hunker down there. The Kingdom Hall is thought of as a safe haven for Jehovah’s Witnesses. Isaiah 12:2 in the New World Translation was a confirmation that I was watching my brother film this. Apparently we had no damage to any Kingdom Halls there either. Thanks for your story and showing us how trust in Jehovah and prayer helped you to remain calm and make good decisions.

I am SO SORRY for the devastation you suffered. A survival story. Thk you for your candor and allowing us to see what you went through. You've brilliantly captured what so many people had to do to make it through. Bless you.

Just the thought of trying to get out of the town, then making the decision of abandoning your vehicle must've been scary as hell. My heart goes out to all those who passed away, and those who have to live on with the fact that they saw families huddled together in their last moments. It's hurts to think about it.

@mortsdans

10 ай бұрын

It would be so easy to think you'd make it in your car and keep waiting in traffic until it was too late. Normalcy bias is real. Especially if you're worried about losing the car. Good on him to accept the situation and make the right call, not easy.

@Daveydeals808

10 ай бұрын

It was pretty damn scary. Me and my coworker made the decision to ditch our car, hop a fence and run. It was a hard decision to make because you think the car can get you there faster. The car burnt and we survived. Thank you god and prayers to all that didn’t make it. 🙏

@KONAMAN100

10 ай бұрын

Yes. It's a big decision for most people to abandon their treasured car. But you worked out it was a needed sacrifice. You can get some new wheels ...

@bonniehowell9206

9 ай бұрын

I once got cought in a flash flood while stuck at a red light and as the water rised told my ex sitting in the passenger seat "We need to roll the windows down now so we have a way to escape" as the water rushed in and it lifted up my car. We were able to make it out due to being behind a F350 that created a wake, ,but many of the vehicles around us didn't and my car didn't last long after that due to the salt water damage. I couldn't imagine realizing that your town was quickly being engulfed in flames and you would need to ditch your vehicle and run towards the ocean to be safe.

@bonniehowell9206

9 ай бұрын

​@@Daveydeals808Absolutely! You do feel that you're safe in your vehicle and less vulnerable. It's definitely a hard decision to make.

Im so glad you survived. This is an excellent account of history. Thank you for making this.

My brother, I am so glad you made the wise decision to head for the sea. We are praying for all of y'all that have been affected by the fire.

You know I was fine watching your documentation of the fires until that hug at the end... I'm glad you made it back and have your pup too. Thank you for helping to tell the story of what happened through your own eyes.

What hurts my heart is that there isnt really anyone else in the area you took refuge. It was a good spot. Much love from Canada.

This makes my heart weep. If only we knew what was about to happen, all the lives that could've been saved. I watch and wonder which of these people in your video perished and which survived. I am glad you made it out. Thank you for sharing your video. Little did you know you were recording history.

@LIFEINSOUTHFLORIDA

10 ай бұрын

I thought the same thing. Anyone driving north on Front Street instead of South like he was got trapped

@20team73

10 ай бұрын

Right now death count is above 100 and still 1300 people missing. Also a neighborhood of children perished in the fire. So heart breaking........

@joesmith9216

10 ай бұрын

THEY knew what was going to happen, THEY did it. You will NEVER figure it out.

@palmtrees2420

10 ай бұрын

​@@joesmith9216Oh God shut up. Not everything is a conspiracy. Yes the local authorities fucked up big time but this was not DEW's.

@gardensofthegods

10 ай бұрын

@@20team73 believe me , the numbers are much higher because two days after the fire when they were saying 57 were dead someone who has a channel said his friends were told by First Responders they had already counted over 400 perished and that there would be many more .

Absolutely terrifying. You were an incredible example of how to respond in life threatening situations. Well done sir. Have you had training or was this just instinct? So glad you made it. Continued prayers for Maui. 💔

Thank you! I felt like I was your friend, and I needed to see your perspective, it helps me to process as well. Thank you for doing this video. Thank you for being strong by yourself and keeping a level head. I was in a bad mudslide here in santa barbara and lost 22 neighbors and I will just say to you, that you need to allow the ptsd and what that means for you. Thank you so much for sharing this! xxoo

I have friends that were there, going through what you did and visually shared here. I couldn’t picture the horror when they were telling me their experience. They were visiting their sister, who lost her home. I’m so sorry to the people of Lahaina and Maui. I was there in May myself, walking those streets and interacting with so many locals… my heart is shattered. So many lives, livelihoods, so much history… I’m heartbroken for the community. I’m so sorry…

@strongestnattyever-videos2247

10 ай бұрын

⁠*if you believe in god, it shouldn’t be heartbreaking, because the Bible states that God creates all natural disasters. God has murdered over 100 people in Hawaii so far. If you believe in God, you have no right to be sad…because you support the fact God is murdering these innocent people. God is so great!* 🤭🤭🤭🤦‍♂️

@JohnDoe-lk3oy

10 ай бұрын

My apologies for their loss. I'm investigating this. Was there any video that you could share?

@craigusselman546

10 ай бұрын

Here in Canada sadly these awful forest fires have destroyed towns wrecked cities and health from the smoke . Awful just horrible things to go through,my condolences

You making it through & reuniting with your wife brought tears to my eyes. Thank God you survived! Smart decisions made all the difference. Thank you for sharing your experience with us.

@strongestnattyever-videos2247

10 ай бұрын

⁠*if you believe in god, it shouldn’t be heartbreaking, because the Bible states that God creates all natural disasters. God has murdered over 100 people in Hawaii so far. If you believe in God, you have no right to be sad…because you support the fact God is murdering these innocent people. God is so great!* 🤭🤭🤭🤦‍♂️

@shoshannahorton7461

10 ай бұрын

Him uniting with his wife and dog made me cry too. I was praising God and then he wrote the scripture on the screen. I truly believe the LORD kept this man and his wife safe and they have an historical testimony to share with the world now. God BLESS you and your wife and dog too🥰💞🙏📖⚔️

@strongestnattyever-videos2247

10 ай бұрын

@@shoshannahorton7461 why are you praising the God that caused this….? The Bible states (multiple scriptures) that God causes natural disasters. The best example is The Great Flood. You praise God after he murdered over 100 innocent people…? Karma will come back to you soon for that, remember I said this!

Aloha…It’s interesting to finally see in more depth what happened this day. I’m a lahaina resident and only now being able to see what truly happened on this unimaginable day…it’s…indescribable. All my friends and family and their houses…gone in a flash…all the place i used to go to as a kid, teen and even as a young adult just a day before this incident. All gone in a day. Words can’t describe how thankful I am for you to posting this, and while yes I couldn’t watch all of it…this is hopefully a wake up call to our officials and the negligence that’s been done is something we can ignore. I could go on an on but I don’t want to start any fights, right now we just need love care and aloha, we need to grieve and hug one another. One final thank you and for everyone who’s not from here I ask for one thing, and that’s aloha. Keep us in your prayers and if you can donate please donate to local families or a well established and know charity. Rebuilding will be hard and will be long but I grew up in this beautiful town and I know lahaina is STRONG.

@susan7204

9 ай бұрын

What is your story? Where were you? How did you survive? God Bless your friends & family that passed. I'm terribly sorry for everything you guys lost! 😢

@barbarabaldwin7120

9 ай бұрын

"Greater Good"is on the ground-- since Day1, and receives the highest praise form "Charity Navigator," who vets rescues, and charities.I have donated twice, and listen to what is NEEDED, which is important

Love the forethought to make sure the car wasn't left on the road. If you get out and leave the car in the road the people directly behind you know you're not moving but the ones behind them and behind those people still think there's a chance the cars are going to move, and they'll get stuck

This footage is the most comprehensive of what happened. Thank you for recording and sharing. At times, I almost felt like I was watching it live. Surreal. Haunting. You kept SO CALM...wow! Amazing video. I'm so sorry that you became a movie maker under such harrowing circumstances 😔.

@ivettperez6097

10 ай бұрын

🙏🙏🙏

@barbarian140674

10 ай бұрын

Камерамэны - они все такие. Пойдут на любой риск ради эффектных кадров. Я помню, когда были теракты 11 сентября в США, и небоскрёб рухнул, все в панике бежали оттуда, кроме одного парня с видеокамерой, который бесстрашно двигался прямо на клубящуюся стену пыли и дыма. Это меня впечатлило. 👍

@Tina-bo1sf

10 ай бұрын

You created a diamond out of that coal with this video. Thank You for posting. It felt like I was beside you. 👍

@kookietherapy9398

10 ай бұрын

If you know Old Lahaina town, he literally was going in circles. Trapped!

I'm just in awe how calm you were documenting this all on video. What's very interesting about the video is you show how making the right choices as you logically think things through can be the big difference between life and death in this horrible situation.

Hawaii real estate guy sent me. I subscribed and liked to promote your channel. Thank God He got you out with a clear mind and sound judgement on your path to safety. ✝️❤️

Thank you for sharing your journey. I really loved the Bible verse that you put at the end. I am so glad you were safe

Happy you made the decisions you did and made it out safe. 🙏🏼

@celticfiddle7605

10 ай бұрын

This was a mini movie about survival and having God's blessing.

@rainrabbit9209

10 ай бұрын

@@celticfiddle7605 yes

@strongestnattyever-videos2247

10 ай бұрын

*Christians: “God would never hurt you, he loves you.”* *God: “WRONG!”* 🤭🤭🤭😂

@strongestnattyever-videos2247

10 ай бұрын

@@celticfiddle7605 *Christians: “God would never hurt you, he loves you.”* *God: “WRONG!”* 🤭🤭🤭😂

@strongestnattyever-videos2247

10 ай бұрын

@@celticfiddle7605*God creates natural disasters, and has the power to stop them. God causes this, and the Bible states it. You support a God that murdered over 120 people in Hawaii.*

Oh mercy! I was on the edge of my seat watching this! It’s so obvious that so many just were not aware at all. It was so obvious at first, that some people had no idea what was happening. Breaks my heart. So glad you survived. You had spot on instincts man and smart enough to listen to them too! My prayers are with all who have suffered this tragedy and those who perished and their loved ones. Just horrific

I’m so very happy that you made it out! There are such wonderful people in the world, and it seems like many of them are in Lahaina. God bless you and your family and your sweet dog. ❤️✝️🇺🇸

I’m glad you’re alright!! Thank you for documenting this!! We will not let those responsible go unpunished!!

Your presence of mind and clear decision making under such duress is amazing. So glad you made it and what a valuable documentary to help others understand the experience. Peace to you.

I worked with the NCFS during a bad fire season after forestry school so I understand how scary and frustrating your situation is. You are doing the right thing by not panicking just using your head and staying ahead and close to water.

@kermierogers7876

10 ай бұрын

If you went to forestry school, then you know damn well this wasn't wild fires. Wild fires don't melt steel into the streets. Wild fires don't get nearly to the temperature that would do that. And why did all those trees remain standing? Why are there cars that are HALF burnt?

@sammylacks4937

10 ай бұрын

@@kermierogers7876 I haven't seen any of that , the video I watched didn't show the aftermath just how one person managed to escape the flames. I've since heard several accusations of wrong doing but nothing I can prove or accuse from my education. It's a really terrible situation and in time more will be uncovered hopefully to shed light on it all. My regrets to all affected.

@russelltackett4779

10 ай бұрын

😳

@allen123636

10 ай бұрын

​​​@@kermierogers7876Fire doesn't work the way you want it to; powerline sparks and embers scattered these fires and made sort of like a burning pocket. This comes from the channel documenting this from beginning to end of a man in Lahaina. He even showed a powerline sparking, and as it sparked, it created new fires. Also, look at other fires, such as the Fort McMurray fire in Canada. As he stated, more information and videos will come out. The best we can do is to help these people get through this crisis, as many lost homes, family members, pets, etc. I appreciate you not thinking one way about situations and always asking questions. More proof and more truth shall prevail.

Hi Jon, you made difficult but life saving choices, you're here to tell the story. All the places you were are so familiar to us. We go to Maui Eldorado Ka'anapali every year in September, we had decided not to go this year due to many personal factors. We will be back though and we hope that they can rebuild this beautiful community.

Wow. There are no words to express the range of emotions you experienced. Once the extent of the fire was revealed , along with the list of deceased and missing -.not enough tears in the world to weep for the Island! Your recording was down to earth, raw, emotional, and real. I am glad you are back safely!

@theoneandonlypinkypinky8245

10 ай бұрын

the Maui fires were listed on the WEF web site since 2011 for more watch wretched watchman

@wakingtheworld

9 ай бұрын

So have you seen a list of the deceased and missing? They could work out the missing but those incinerated at cremation temperatures, no chance. People are still asking about the 2000 missing children and NO ONE is giving answers. I have my suspicions and it's dark.... as dark as it gets...

My heart was racing watching this 😢 I was in Victoria, Australia in 2009 when bushfires claimed the lives of 173 including friends of mine. This brings back memories of that terrible time. I'm so glad you were ok take time to heal, thinking of you all in Hawaii ❤

@kieferbrown6855

10 ай бұрын

Black saturday was my first thought as well, the winds were very similar

@nickilawrance1608

10 ай бұрын

@@kieferbrown6855 the winds were terrible and got worse as the day went on 😔

@kieferbrown6855

10 ай бұрын

@@nickilawrance1608 yeah I remember that day all too well, we are both lucky enough to have lived to tell the tale, unforgettable time that was

@nickilawrance1608

10 ай бұрын

@@kieferbrown6855 sorry to hear you went through that too. Makes you hyper vigilant when it comes to fire that's for sure!

@paulrichards2365

9 ай бұрын

So many here went into the water, and the Government was picking them up in launches. Nothing at all like that in this Hawaii fire?

Thank you for making this very difficult video. Hearing you stay relatively calm in the midst of chaos and processing your life saving decisions verbally was amazing and actually may be helpful to anyone in future similar situations. My heart goes out to all those in Maui who experienced loss.

So happy you are safe. Thank you for showing the world what happened there

Mind boggling that not a single siren is heard until nearly _halfway through_ this. Incredible unfortunately historic raw document.

…that was terrifying. I held my breath in some parts without realizing it. I hope you give yourself some grace as you work through your feelings of this experience because I cannot even begin to imagine how I’d process it. Glad you are ok!! Sending prayers of peace and healing to you and all others who are working through this event from Minnesota ❤️

So glad you're safe and sound my brother! It's a relief that all our brothers and sisters are accounted for! Much love from the Kilauea hall on Kauai!

So glad you're alive and well. Thanks for letting us see through your eyes. Its very impressive how calm you are. It probably didn't feel that way at the time though. ❤

So glad you came out OK, we were at Safeway around 3:45 that day and headed back up North on front street in traffic. We saw the fire behind us but were able to get back up north fairly quick and thankfully made it out before the fire was too close!

@DVS78

9 ай бұрын

Since you are from there do you know JONATHAN HERZOG do you know if he's happens to be related to the famous filmmaker name WERNER HERZOG❓

You unveiled some incredible footage, and I thank you for that! It was refreshing to see something from a personal account instead of something that was filtered through the news media. You were brave, and I am very very happy that you’re OK! Amazing documentary.

There are no words...we were just there in April. I shopped in all those little shops. My heart is hurting for the people of Maui. Thank you for this video - your footage makes it very real for us. I was clenching my teeth & sweating for you. You are a wise young man. God bless you. Oh, and I so hope that the people of Lahaina/Maui don't allow developers to destroy what they had. It was such a special place!

@boomeradvocate

10 ай бұрын

I have very fond memories of a vacation on Maui 25 years ago, but it feels like yesterday. Had great meal Cheeseburger in Paradise, my partner gifted me a beautiful piece of jewelry from a shop on Front Street. Did all the tourist stuff in Lahaina. Always wanted to go back. 😔 Such a majestic, historic town.

@strongestnattyever-videos2247

10 ай бұрын

⁠*if you believe in god, it shouldn’t be heartbreaking, because the Bible states that God creates all natural disasters. God has murdered over 100 people in Hawaii so far. If you believe in God, you have no right to be sad…because you support the fact God is murdering these innocent people. God is so great!* 🤭🤭🤭🤦‍♂️

Hello Brother. Just thinking you could submit your video to the audio department at the branch. That was definitely an eye witness account. So happy you are safe. ❤❤

@JayQuellin1

10 ай бұрын

Turn it over to the enemy?

@mythoughts06

9 ай бұрын

I dont think that's who he had in mind.

Absolutely incredible video log of your harrowing journey, away from the flames and chaos of those inching along in their vehicles. So relieved you made it out intact and alive, and we’re fortunate enough to reunite with your wife and adorable dog! That you had the focus and peace of mind to make your way out , on foot, was miraculous! Not panicking and staying calm, clearly kep you safe and out of harm’s way. Your video footage of the worsening conditions first from your vehicle, and then on foot, was incredible. Seeing the conditions deteriorate over the span of your journey, was sobering and quite dramatic and horrifying to watch. Glad you have video record of this disaster as it unfolded. Do make a hard copy of it separate and apart from your phone or even I-cloud storage. Footage like this might well disappear by those in charge who don’t want the truth getting out to the public. You are to be commended for capturing all the footage you managed to film! Please stay safe, with your wife and dog, and allow yourself sufficient time to recover and rebound from your stressful escape from the fiery disaster. Many in charge of the pre-planning measures adopted, and those who seemingly dropped the ball on so many levels, all need to be held accountable, and dealt with accordingly. Far too many lives and businesses were devastated by the inept handling of the initial responses, to not be called to task for screwing up on such a grand scale! The horrific effects of these fires were dramatically compounded by many of those in charge not doing their jobs. We all deserve answers as to what actually happened, and what steps need to be taken now, so that the many survivors can be helped to get back on their feet as quickly as possible. The federal government’s response so far has been appalling, but perhaps not unexpected, in light of their abysmal track record in handling the aftermath of other major disasters over the years. The missing children, adults and homeless from the fire zone also must all be accounted for. An accurate account of the number of victims who tragically paid the ultimate sacrifice and perished in this , must be tallied as well. The federal government has sufficient resources to bring to bear, to accomplish all of this in a timely manner.. The question is whether they will be willing to muster all these resources , so that the survivors get all the assistance they require and so richly deserve? We always manage to find billions to fund any number of programs around the globe. How about coming up with adequate funding to do the same for those in Lahaina? What possible excuse could be made for doing anything less? Thank you for providing us with the footage of your escape from the oncoming fires, and giving those in Hawaii and tye rest of the world , a view from I side the disaster in real time, as it was unfolding. You have done us all a service by providing this chronicle of your escape. You are a brave and courageous man for having done so. Our prayers and well wishes go out to all who suffered from this terrible tragedy.

It’s mind boggling to imagine a city having one entrance and one exit. Granted it’s an island which has its limitations but… well, lessons to be taken into consideration I suppose. Very good video; it certainly conveys the horrific and unexpected firestorm. RIP to those lost. A very sad day indeed.

@barbaravyse660

10 ай бұрын

It’s the same in the Florida Keys. If you want to evacuate, you need to do it early on.

@Johnathan Herzog…I would love to hear more of your story. What took you into Lahaina that day? What motivated you to leave when you did? The video of the smoke early on doesn’t give your sense of urgency justice, but you certainly knew it was time to go, as did many others. Also, what was the actual time it took you to get from the point on LahainaLuna Rd. where the police turned you back to Front Street until you got to the lava rock jetty? What happened to your van? So glad you made it out safely.

You are my hero! I don't know how you kept your composure, I was screaming and sobbing just watching. Thank God you're safe. I can't imagine how terrifying it must have been!! Hugs, thoughts and prayers!

Nice video of a terrifying situation. Really interesting when you were out on the rocks, in the ocean safe from flames, and realized that a slight wind shift could blow intense smoke your direction. Good decision-making.

No sirens at first, weird. That was incredibly fast moving. Glad your safe and this video is invaluable to understanding what happened. So sorry you had to experience this and for the tragic loss. May God hold Lahaina in his hands.

@waterearthsunshine856

10 ай бұрын

The silence was deafening. It wasn't until late in his video that you hear the first siren.

@kelvyquayo

10 ай бұрын

Cell phones stopped working that morning too…. ..and they shut off the water…. ..this is insanity.

@victorgomes7585

10 ай бұрын

Amen.

@randomcole619

10 ай бұрын

They told people to evacuate by cars but then had the cops block the roads. They sent children home from school, they were alone. A teenager made it home to find his little brother burned to death holding their dog. This was all on purpose. These monster have to be held accountable. Every single one.

@susanchappell796

10 ай бұрын

No sirens why?it should of bean all hands on deck@@randomcole619

Wow. This was harrowing to watch. Thank you for sharing. I really appreciated how on it you were with noticing the signs in your immediate environment all along the way and how self preserving you were. It was nail biting to be with you stuck in traffic. It’s still hard to understand why you and others weren’t able to get back on the highway in the early part of the video. It feels like you were so close to getting out of Lahaina completely. My heart breaks for all those that got trapped or did not see the signs in time. Thank you for sharing.

@bdlii

10 ай бұрын

This guy has some great perception and critical thinking skills. That’s why he’s alive. He was in serious trouble and recognized it and made good decisions getting himself out of danger.

@onlycountrymouse

10 ай бұрын

Authorities have STILL given NO explanation as to WHY they chose to close that MAIN highway. Plus--a Hawaii official in Maui independently made the decision to TURN OFF THE WATER, so that firefighters had no water to fight the fires with--something about his belief that the "water is holy" (?), and the Disaster Official REFUSED to turn on the emergency sirens and is doubling down that he is "proud" of his decision NOT to turn them on.

@arielcottrell5119

10 ай бұрын

⁠@@onlycountrymouseunbelievable. So much more will come out. Had that highway been open, who knows how many lives might have been saved. Lahaina was a complete deathtrap that day, so many people never stood a chance. 😢

@thaismatsumoto

10 ай бұрын

@@arielcottrell5119yeah…not only open but with the police directing traffic out one way on both sides of the road.

@rlnstn9300

10 ай бұрын

​@@onlycountrymouseI've been watching numerous videos on this fire and have heard and seen what you've said. There is some nefarious stuff going on here. And it's not conspiratorial thinking that makes me say this. Things just don't add up. More words and actions (or lack there of) are pointing to obvious government interference. The sad scary thing is that this could happen to any of us.

This was so scary and sad! Thank you for sharing. I’m glad we got to see you reunited w your wife and pup. So heartbreaking what happened 😢Also, your calm and sense for safety is remarkable.

@juliad.6372

10 ай бұрын

Calm comes from the Lord … This is the full tribulation period The world will see the divine intervention … Thousands may fall on your right Ten thousands to your left No harm will touch the righteous Amen ❤🎉

Thank you for sharing your video. I'm so pleased you made it out. I was watching, having seen other videos, the lines of traffic :'( thinking you need to ditch the car. You stayed so calm, which helped your thought process. All glory to God. Prayers for all affected humans and animals from UK 🙏 ❤ 🕊 🇬🇧

@barbarabaldwin7120

9 ай бұрын

I fear I would have made he wrong decision--to drive UP on the sidewalk to pass cars. Thank God I wasn't driving.

@barbarabaldwin7120

9 ай бұрын

I think I lost situational awareness, as I watched..

This is fire like we have never seen… thank you for your bravery and fortitude that enabled you to record this awe inspiring moment in history. I am so encourage and happy that you got you were reunited with your dog!

@86trees

10 ай бұрын

True, ive never seen a fire that doesnt burn blue objects.

You're very calm in the face of danger. Glad you made it out. What the authorities did here with blocking escape routes and not activating sirens is criminal.

@learnbyheart7

10 ай бұрын

So how did his bus get out....knew where to go...?

@tracts

10 ай бұрын

@@learnbyheart7That was the morning after the fire. During the beginning of the fire, the police were blocking the routes to the freeway as you can see in this video. Them blocking the freeway forced people to drive in loops and eventually the city became grid locked, as you can also see in the video. Them doing so resulted in so many more people dying because they literally couldn’t escape. Stay in car? Possibly blow up or die from the heat. Leave car? Die from asphyxiation or possibly injured from falling trees and power lines. They also never sounded the alarms for some reason. Just so many poor mistakes. The police absolutely failed handling this situation

@learnbyheart7

10 ай бұрын

@@tracts oh how sad and horrible I can't believe it even happened! Thank you so much for that excellent explanation. I am getting ready now to see if there are any updates. Take care and thanks again.

@Crosshatch1212

10 ай бұрын

​@@learnbyheart7maui real estate .go look at his content

This video footage may end up in some museum in the far future. It's one of the best I've seen and tells such a story without having to say too much. My god, those cops.....

@barbarabaldwin7120

9 ай бұрын

I like to think the officers were simply ordered to block Front Street-- and acted on what officials (NOT alert and AWARE...!)kept telling them....God knows what Hawaii Electric workers thought, told to replace poles, and flames had only minutes prior--- been downed...

@barbarabaldwin7120

9 ай бұрын

sad.Question authority is what one thinks--But, if you weren't there? You can't know what the officers ASSUMED, informed by officials, lacking full knowledge of the horror..

God has looked out for you, u were calm, but constantly diligent. You are an amazing example of how to act during an emergency/disaster like this🙏🏻 God Bless Maui 😢

@LiveSilkies

10 ай бұрын

PS...I've never seen a Hurricane with no Rain, which should have soaked everything, thus no fires to this extent

@kwdoug

9 ай бұрын

Witness’s for Jehovah’s help

@IUseRandomPfps

7 ай бұрын

@@LiveSilkies The hurricane was way offshore, and there was a low pressure system pulling air towards maui. That's why the sky was so clear.

Thank you for making this video. I felt so many emotions watching it. You made all the right decisions. You were levelheaded and had steps planned ahead. I'm so glad you made it out safely!

thanks, I see you used Pu'unoa Place to park and evacuate. Saw pictures of my house, and me abandoning my copper colored car at 15:15 timestamp. My car survived intact behind that 8 foot LAVA rock wall. I retrieved it dirty, but in perfect condition 4 days later. The stopped traffic on Front Street is why we both decided to head for the water. Glad you made it. All is good with me and my other "fire-buddies". Aloha

@barbarabaldwin7120

9 ай бұрын

Amen. This Mainlander's dad was born and raised in Hilo. He told us all about tsunami protocol, but we never got to wild-wind whipped monster blazes!It didn't help that al lthe pineapple and bamboo plantations are gone--replaced with invasive grasses, that flame up, instantly, in heat or flame!

This is the most amazing Maui footage I have seen so far on the fire brewing and the power lines flying….Jonathan thanks for bringing to the world

My BROTHER?! I’m so glad you’re ok! 👏 ❤ I noticed you were awfully calm for what was going on around you. Much prayer, I’m sure. 🙂Jehovah helped you make good decisions. Land of the living. Good reminder for us all to “build with fire-resistant materials.”

@barbarabaldwin7120

9 ай бұрын

YES.. the buildings ( not many) that survived were made differently..Oh..and there's nothing magic about the color, blue......The forensic fire scientist went through a lot of that wrong thinking. IN a lava flow, several years ago---- one lone house was being dragged down a LIVE lava flow--it had a blue roof, and kept surviving, intact--that was mere coincidence and physics.Still people remembered

I am grateful that you made it through the storm. You did an outstanding job capturing the moment under extraordinary stressful conditions and endured mass props. I lived in Lahaina for 3 years in late 80’s to 1990 I saw one person I knew back then on a French News Agency and he was doing well, A man named “Fish” Bohemian Hippie Artist in Lahaina. I have been watching more footage like yours versus the news organizations I seemed to see the truth better through the lenses of real people versus media. You might check out a video that this young surfer took on a sailboat that was anchored off of Lahaina it’s unreal, don’t laugh his channel is called Organic Seaman and he captured the sea perspective. You may not realize it but your footage and others by locals will likely end up in a Senate Hearing after all the smoke clears, prepare for possible D.C. Trip. I am glad you made it home safely when you were on the jetty I was concerned, I use to hang out there long ago and as I was watching video and you were making the decision to bounce I was saying to myself head North to Kaanapali and you did awesome. Aloha and Mahalo 🤙🏻

@AdventuresInRandomness

10 ай бұрын

Wow mahalo for sharing this, and you may be right with his footage being used for other purposes, but this is a good thing.

@Cheekymongoose351

10 ай бұрын

@@AdventuresInRandomnessThis lack of response from the local government is evident in all the local KZreadrs videos that I have seen, I haven’t heard one video that had a tsunami siren nor have I heard one law enforcement vehicle on their P.A. System instructing locals to leave. These videos are evidence that will be used later by a committee to determine what went wrong.

@spootnewton7121

10 ай бұрын

Fish made it out safely. Here's a shocking interview with Fish from 8/20/23. kzread.info/dash/bejne/mY2ClseSqbauetY.html

@kookietherapy9398

10 ай бұрын

Make Several copies and sent to others for SAFE KEEPING

@fifilamoore1718

10 ай бұрын

❤❤What I find odd is on day 2 when ur on the bus u film a church still standing huge white one, I have seen in the drone footage that church is now completely destroyed bar the huge white cross on is as is the buildings around it ? People are claiming land grap ,all these videos will string it together. It’s weird , how they don’t want anyone taking film , why ? What is hidden, plus everything blue in this video never burns homes, buildings,cars , I know sounds wack but it’s facts .I would declare your not suicidal . 🫶🏻🙏God keep u safe

I had absolutely no idea from the coverage we have back here on the mainland that the winds were THAT high. Now it all makes more sense why so many people got trapped and cut off if the winds were 50-70 mph like it looks on your video. Thank you for this record, I'm super-impressed with how calm and collected you stayed as things degenerated. You kept your head on straight and made solid rational choices and that's something not everybody can do. Oh, BTW, did you ever find out what happened to your car?

@drutter

10 ай бұрын

Yeah, you're right. Great footage Jonathan, thanks for uploading!

@CrystalClearbrook

10 ай бұрын

Yeah, was your van ok?

@sweetwater156

10 ай бұрын

It was a fire hurricane basically. I’ve been through so many regular hurricanes and barely bat an eye but a fire hurricane would freak me out so much. Keeping yourself calm is what got people out. I saw Google maps updated their satellite footage of Lahaina. It is even worse than I thought. 😢

@cookiemonsteripadkid

10 ай бұрын

If you search up, front street lahaina maui after math of the fire. All of the cars you’ll see are toasted including his

@randomcole619

10 ай бұрын

The hurrican was still 600-800 miles away, there’s proof of that with weather maps. People said the wind was from the wrong direction and that the other areas in between didn’t get hit at all that that never happens. They told them the fire was contained and left it. They sent the children home, they didn’t sound the alarm. They turned the water off. They told people to evacuate by car. They had the police block the roads(many were clear, eye witness accounts). The police chief was the one in charge of the Vegas shooting(he asked for a 25% raise less than two months on the job and they gave him a 29% raise). They haven’t gotten them aid, they’ve refused the aid of others and have been caught dumping supplies in the dump(fema). The police chief is the coroner which isn’t allowed, that means he gets to decide the cause of death. Open your eyes, this was intentional. Items that are blue did not burn up(direct energy weapon) just like Paradise California. The people staunchly refused to sell their land and so they took it. They wiped out whole families so they’d have no one to challenge what they are doing. The governor passed a law three weeks before allowing the government to do with the land what it wished after a natural disaster, in that bill that part was effective immediately up to September, why? The governor has stated the government is trying to get the land. Hawaii signed up for 100% green energy and 15 min cities. The governor has even said they are going to “build back better”. That’s what the world economic forum states. This is global, look at all of the places burning down and look at how little this is covered. Why are our flags not at half mast??? Wake up, we can only get Justice if people actually SEE what these psychos are doing.

Glad you and the friends are safe. In all our prayers. ❤We love you Brothers and Sisters

This real life account of what it was like to be there is a historical documentary.

@unlikeavirgin

10 ай бұрын

I can’t believe how calm and collected he was. It saved his life.

@PumaM90

10 ай бұрын

Technology has caught up

@johnthompson9513

10 ай бұрын

​@@unlikeavirgin; in a situation as such you have be like a duck 🦆 look smooth and calm on top of the water and paddle like hell underneath

This is insane and humbling. I always wonder like 'why do people not just get out of there, how fast can it go?' But this opened my eyes as to why it can be so hard to escape and also how quickly something like a fire can escalate.

@randomcole619

10 ай бұрын

The people were instructed to Eva irate by cars and the cops were told to block the roads, this was not natural in any way shape or form….

@checksandbalences

10 ай бұрын

I'm sorry I don't buy that in this situation. If there was an obstacle on the road, why not concentrate all available recourses to clearing that road to let those cars in line out?

@jewel2022now

10 ай бұрын

Yes, imagine nobody knows what roads are blocked by trees, the police are blocking roads with down wires. Nobody is keeping track. Other people are going back home to grab stuff. People are picking up people etc.... just go in circles and just keep adding more people to the road. Bless everyone ❤❤ love

@Bob31733

10 ай бұрын

​@@randomcole619They were told to block the road to keep people from going into it, dimwit.

@bonniehowell9206

9 ай бұрын

It's very humbling especially when you're a Floridian who often jokes about those wind speeds during hurricane season saying things like "it can't be THAT bad Waffle House is still open ". The wind speed is the reason why the fire spread so quickly and I couldn't imagine what the residents of Hawaii went through.

Glad you made out and sought the shelter of the Hall. Excellent witness that Jehovah provides!

Your video shows how much wind damage there was even before the fire got to you. No chance for anyone who didn’t get out or in the water. You followed your instinct and ran for the water. So glad you made it.

Thanks for showing us what its actually like, and I feel so horrible for everyone affected and wish you the best.

I got a little emotional when you ran to your wife and pet. That moment of relief to see a loved one after hellish scary day. So many people in Lahaina were unable to do that, so many lives lost both people and pets. You did the right thing in getting out of that car and keep moving on foot. That traffic was a death sentence for many. Anyone caught in that smoke was in danger. I know its not important and materials are things you can rebuild or but again... But Im curious, did your vehicle survive?

@srvdhk90

10 ай бұрын

Exactly this 😢

@paulrichards2365

9 ай бұрын

Someone said it did.

Wow. I felt like I just watched Cloverfield: Hawaii Edition (without the alien). Thanks for shooting and sharing this.

You set a great example for us in keeping calm amid critical conditions. We can all learn from your experience as the world continues to decline around us. I’m so sad for the people of Lahaina but so happy your calm clear thinking kept you safe. I am your sister in Texas.

Im glad he started recording, it gave him the camera man never dies immunity

This should win an award for complete awareness for human kind. What a great man!

You made some critical choices which saved your life. I'm sorry you went through such a horrific traumatic experience and had to face the possibility of death. I am elated you made it out. Your life is changed forever. Cherish every moment.

East Sequim Congregation here. I’m glad you and others are safe. I can only imagine how relieved you were to first get to the Kingdom Hall. Great scriptural ending‼Anyway, you’re in our thoughts and prayers my brother. Over and out until the Paradise New World🤙🏽

Jonathon, praise God you are ok. Thank you for showing us what had happened that dreadful day from your eyes. Please keep us updated.

Thank you so much for documenting all of this. Your calm in the face of such horrific circumstances is admirable

This is probably one of the best documentations of what was happening hour by hour. I am shocked to not hear sirens and warnings and see more organized support for the residents. So scarey! So happy for you that you are safe and home with your family. May God watch over those who have suffered such great losses. Please dear Lord, keep Lahaina in the hands of her people 🙏 ❤

I don't understand why the National Guard or other boats weren't there to help people off of the island. This must have been terrifying for everyone! I'm glad you are safe & were able to document the events & share them with us because just talking about how terrible it was, wouldn't be enough to describe how bad it actually was.

@SirTacoBell

10 ай бұрын

You will never, ever see other boats help out! Fact. Hawaii has their head up their butts because of their concern with the environmental impact boats have traveling from one island to another. They don't want boats to bring in species from other islands that can be attached to the bottom of boats. They're more afraid of invasive species than saving lives. Fact. They had the superferry (three of them, all auto/walk-up passengers) that was going to ferry passengers between the islands. Environmental groups kept suing the Superferry and it shut down within months from beginning their operating schedule. The superferry was also supposed to be used in emergencies (the companies selling point) and Hawaii still shut it down. Lives could have been saved but nope, let's worry about invasive species going from one Hawaiian island to another Hawaiian island, but totally ignore cruise ship's, oil/patroleuim ships, cargo ships, etc that pull into the Hawaiian ports everyday from all over the world!

@frebrd78

10 ай бұрын

​@@SirTacoBell'Once is happenstance. Twice is coincidence. The third time it's enemy action'. Ian Fleming, Goldfinger (James Bond, #7) Follow the money 💰 To many nepharious things at play.

@GloriaOBriensings

10 ай бұрын

We annexted (forcibly conqured and removed their queen) to build one of the world's biggest military bases and give our corporations land for their destructive plantations. The fact that we have that big of a base and all that equipment and their were only able to paddle board in and get 14 people. Pathetic. Regular people and the MDP rescued the most out of the water. smh. I'm ashamed of our military and our corporations. I hope Karma is visited upon them tenfold.

@Cocora22

10 ай бұрын

@@SirTacoBell That is very interesting. People don't seem to mention any of that. Sometimes those who think the environment is so sacred fail to see the fact that humanity needs to survive and in that case there are things that need to be done to do that. It's a calculated risk, but I think the environment will do well without people interfering so much.

@glenharmon4280

10 ай бұрын

The island is built on a reef they couldn't get the big boats in

This is incredible insight into how this event came about. Thank you for sharing it. It is quite chilling to think that many of those people did not make it. Very frightening. So thankful you are ok.

Oh my god! I’m so glad you got this footage!! The last moments before the fire!! Keep copies of the footage safe because the digital scrubbing is going to happen. This is so heartbreaking to see. I feel like they were rounding people up for the worst result because that’s what happened!!

@barbarabaldwin7120

9 ай бұрын

there is no "they." Nature was doing what it does.

Amazing coverage, Wow! Im so glad your ok Jonathan! You were very brave and kept your cool, very level headed in such a difficult situation! Much love, and prayers to you and the people of Maui.

@robin-figtree

10 ай бұрын

I love the scripture at the end, Praise the Lord!

This is one of the best videos of what happened to Lahaina that I've seen by far. Your calm demeanor and little narration is what made it so good even though what happened to Lahaina was so bad. When you mentioned the downed power lines near the start of the video, I immediately thought about the possibility of the downed lines being the main culprit; the sparking lines combined with the strong winds could've been the cause of the wildfire to begin with. NOTE: The wildfire was indeed caused by a owned power line, and propagated by dry conditions and high winds due to Hurricane Dora. Your idea of abandoning your work van and going out onto the breakwater was a good idea at first, but you made the right call by abandoning your post there and heading further away from the smoke. I also wonder if your work van survived the wildfire without sustaining any damage; i dont see how it couldve survived judging from the photos and videos that were taken after the wildfire died down. I was somewhat amazed at the line of cars you were walking next to on your way away from the wildfire; if I had been one of the drivers of any of the vehicles - especially one of the pickups or one of the SUVs - I would've offered you a ride; as it is, you chose the smarter route and walked because the traffic was basically at a standstill. The generosity of the man who charged your food to his hotel room and the person who opened up his hotel room so you could get some sleep was a beautiful thing to do. I'm glad to see that you made it out alive and in one piece. Your video is one that should be used to show others what it was really like that day and night. Your addition of Isaiah 12:2 was a fitting end to your video. The one verse I would've chosen is my favorite verse from the Bible, which is Psalm 23:4. Isaiah 12:2 (NKJV): "Behold, God is my salvation, I will trust and not be afraid; ‘For Yah, the Lord, is my strength and song; He also has become my salvation.’ ” Psalm 23:4 (NKJV): "Yea, though I walk through the valley of the shadow of death, I will fear no evil; For You are with me; Your rod and Your staff, they comfort me."

@randomcole619

10 ай бұрын

This fire was not caused by power lines. Every aspect of this fire was intentional. The people were told the ghee was contained and then instead of putting it out they left it. They sent the children home. They turned off the water. They refused to sound the alarm(the alarm is used for any emergency and the people are to tune into the radio to find out what the emergency is). They were then instructed to evacuate by car. The police were ordered to block traffic(even though the roads were clear(eye witness accounts and the mayor I believe said the roads were not blocked when asked(lied). People who got out of the danger zone were told to go back in, those who disobeyed and went around the cops are alive to talk about it. The reason there were lines of cats is because they thought they were being helped and they were obedient. The police chief was in charge of the Vegas shooting. Less than two months after getting the job he asked for a 25% pay increase, they gave him a 29% pay increase. FEMA has been caught dumping supplies in the dump(sounds an awful lot like what happened in Puerto Rico when they discovered the mayor and governor kept supplies from the people). The fema employees are staying at a place that is $1000-$1400 a night(owned by bill gates) and the people were ‘given’ $700 per household. Billions have got to Ukraine and $700 per household to our own people. How is it that blue items didn’t burn? Blue is immune to fire? How did aluminum melt when fires like this don’t get hot enough? Look up operation Northwoods, operation Mockingbird, mk ultra, the list goes on and on. The histor channel did a documentary on direct energy weapons but people don’t want to admit this was on purpose. They sent children home to either burn alive alone or picked up by human traffickers. Wake up. Look at all of the places on fire. Almost every single one is arson. This is genocide. The people wouldn’t part with their land so now they’ve parted with their life.

@randomcole619

10 ай бұрын

And abandons your car is great but did the people behind know that the cars ahead were abandoned?

@IUseRandomPfps

8 ай бұрын

@@randomcole619lay off the morning wine

Your calmness was truly amazing. You kept your wits about you in ways that are truly commendable. Thank you for sharing just how bad it got and how quickly it became dire. Getting to the water was so incredibly wise. This could truly be a training video for surviving such destruction. God bless you.