Mike is a knowledgeable and hard working man. He is your best employee and should be rewarded as such.

@Samanthareneeheart10

2 жыл бұрын

If I know this company the employees are treated very well and rewarded. If you do your job,, willing to learn & listen you will advance. Mike... is almost Ron's right hand when needed he's right there.

@samn5362

2 жыл бұрын

@@Samanthareneeheart10 it used to be talon before he took over in the shop.

@daddyphatsax304

2 жыл бұрын

I came to make the same comment. I think this job would have went twice as fast if it were just Ron and Mike there from the hop...just had too many cooks in the kitchen. Either way...the job got done and done safely. Thanks for sharing Ron...nice work as always!

@judyfenske1429

2 жыл бұрын

@@samn5362 I had thought Talon was to be groomed for taking over Ron's job. When he went to the shop, I thought he was asked to give up the dangerous part. Then I thought that Ray and Mike had a chance. Sooo......

@judyfenske1429

2 жыл бұрын

Ron, also.

You'll have to put a skid steer on your Christmas wish list

I love how Ron is the boss, but isn't bossy and always says please. Even in emergent situations, he might sound demanding, but you know safety is the only thing he's thinking of.

I love the courtesy shown to all during times of stress. Ron, your men have certainly learned a lot under your tutelage. Such an amazing job by all. By the way, loved seeing Ethan again. I'm praying for his success and protection while he's away at college.

@helenschulte4510

2 жыл бұрын

Oil e

I am always impressed by the cooperation of the various departments that work with Ron and his crew to help clear the scene. It's always a pleasure to watch Ron and his crew expertly solve the problems to get the job done.

Wow! What a job! At night! Some of those cars went whizzing by, what were they thinking, oh wait, they weren't!!!

I watched until the end. Loved the happy smiles and wave, "Bye". Ron your are in your best element in the worst of situations.

Nice little bonus footage at the end

I love how PD, FD and Ron's crew all work together as a team and defer to the needed group to make the calls on what to do..... Nice to see the tow truck drive getting to call the shots and the city or county crews gladdly working with it....... Shows grate deal respect of all groups from cross training.

Thanks for including the unloading bit at the end. I find it interesting too but I appreciate that you can't always do that. Compliments to the driver for getting the rig stopped on the shoulder before he had to bail out.

Nasty mess....at least you had a good crew! Man...Kenny and Mike are go-getters!

You have more patience working with that crew in the dark, tired, and stressed than I could ever have

@messianichebrewshawnkawcak1550

2 жыл бұрын

Having patience is important to maintaining good working relationships, and as a Christian. Having years of experience helps for sure.

@animenut69

2 жыл бұрын

getting stressed out does nothing but make a mountain out of a mole hill

@SievertSchreiber

2 жыл бұрын

That’s why Ron is the best! He keeps his calm and communicates/explains his actions clearly

@johnhendren4156

2 жыл бұрын

He and his team, weather it be his wife and son, Kenny, his daughter and Talon, Mike and everyone else know what it means to be family, and at the end of the day you can play all you want but when duty calls its time to get down to business and get the job done. that's what Midwest Towing is all about.

Good boss, getting started while waiting for the crew.

May God bless and protect the hardworking men out there on the highways risking their lives to keep the highways up and running at all times. Great job Ron! 💪👍

You and Mike make a good team. I like seeing him work with you.

What an absolutely wonderful word.... PLEASE !!!

Awesome job on this one now Ron high five to the crew too and keep up the great work now too I'll be waiting for the next one

Mike, Kenny, Ethan, almost had the whole crew ; these had worked together long enough so you did not need to check any of their rigging ----a mark of an excellent teacher Mr. Ron.

Mike is such a good employee. Ron you are so polite and cool under the pressures you come up against!

Hey Ron what a team effort. Good job.

Nice to see so many of the crew together. Ethan looks great. He looks like he's about 6 inches taller than the last video I saw him in. I love how you are constantly teaching while working a job. God Bless

Wow... Melted to the asphalt...! Quite a mess you and your team had to deal with there Ron... 😯 but as you've always shown and seeing this video, we knew in our minds that you all were up for the challenge...! It surely was good seeing everyone working together... Thank you for bringing this kind of service to us, who do not see this side of the business... And on the frequency that you do... Never the same thing twice... Glad the guy made it out of that disaster...! Sorry to hear that the other person did not make it in that other accident you provided the link to... Even thou this was a horrible accident that you all had to work with, you always make us feel better at the end Ron by showing us your smiling face 😁 and allowing us to see your dad and that awesome grandson of yours...!!! Nice to see he's getting started in the business early on in the arms with Great grandpa...! Nice to see and brings a smile to my face... Thanks Ron for taking the time to edit & share this video it is very much appreciated...!!!

Good morning from Southeast South Dakota

Wow I can't believe the driver walked away from that. Thank God he did. It was nice seeing Ethan before he left for college. Time goes by too fast. Hope y'all have a great day and God Bless

@phillee2814

2 жыл бұрын

The only time I ever saw one like that it was a turbo seal failure that caused a runaway engine, which was literally glowing before it disintegrated and melted into the road. If it was something similar there would be time for the driver to get out, no problem. People mostly get out of fires that aren't caused by a collision. Those are very unpleasant, and Ron does not show them out of respect for the families.

@bushmaster2936

2 жыл бұрын

Wow. Why can't you believe that the driver walked away from it ? It was a fire, not an accident. Was he supposed to stay inside of the cab and wait for someone to tell him that he could exit the vehicle?

Awesome job guys Thank you for all the clean up

Looks like Ethan got one last time playing with dad's big Tonka toy before college.

Good job as always. Driver walked away from that mess just amazes me. Someone was definitely looking out for that man.

Thank you Ron for another great video. This fire truck was a big mess. Great job on the recovery. All of you have a lot of respect for each other. It is good for the driver was able to get out alive. God bless everyone also a special thanks to you and the rest of the first responder's be safe and make it home to your families. 🙏🙏🙏🇨🇦

oh yeah long video! lemme get the popcorn 🍿 😋

Great teamwork guys. Thank you for keeping me entertained during this difficult time. I'm recovering from spinal surgery.

@ABrit-bt6ce

2 жыл бұрын

Spines are good :) I hope it went well.

@MikeBrown-ii3pt

2 жыл бұрын

Feel better soon!

Hey Ron I really enjoy watching your videos of you and your whole crew my God bless your family and crew

It makes it so much better when the trailer doesn’t burn too, what a relief that had to be.

@RonPratt

2 жыл бұрын

Yes, it eased our burden quite a bit. We had one that burnt truck, trailer, and load a couple weeks after this job, but, unfortunately the driver of the incident did not survive. The cleanup was quite a massive undertaking. What is left of the truck and trailer are still in our yard waiting for us to take it to scrap. Thanks and God bless.

@messianichebrewshawnkawcak1550

2 жыл бұрын

@@RonPratt makes sense. Are the fires caused by electrical problems, overheated brakes or wheel bearings? Burn jobs are a nightmare. I ask for prayer as I am going in for pancreas surgery on the 25th.

@RonPratt

2 жыл бұрын

@@messianichebrewshawnkawcak1550 you most certainly have them my friend

@messianichebrewshawnkawcak1550

2 жыл бұрын

@@RonPratt thanks, they found the problem because of a fall I had in March, a blessing in disguise.

@ericbrule4465

2 жыл бұрын

Lately, alot of fires are caused by Regen cycles

It's a good thing you had all that help

Thank you for putting your videos above time thank you very much

Thank God he walked away. Awesome video as always. I do hope that you, your family, and employees have a safe a blessed weekend.

So much for the "Quiet Night, hanging with the Boys !!" 🙄 That went from "pick-up a burned out truck with no tires" to "The all-night horror show on the Interstate!" GREAT, Professional Job! Thanks for taking us along!

Ron, I am sure you are surely proud of the team work you have instilled in all your crew. No second telling, No needing to recheck duties carried out, and ss for the improvise, adapt & overcome methods you use, they are spot on, yet keeping it all simple, safe and manageable. Well done all.

When I see all the work y’all have to do, I think towing doesn’t completely describe your job. Hazard removal seems like a more accurate description.

@MGower4465

2 жыл бұрын

Vehicle recovery. Its not a hazard if its down the embankment, but they still go get it.

@SievertSchreiber

2 жыл бұрын

I agree with OP @Beth French: Roadside tows also are hazardous!

@bethfrench9064

2 жыл бұрын

I was also thinking of dealing with the debris from the accident. A person could get hurt clearing away some of the stuff I’ve seen.

Those headsets are a lifesaver! A great way to ensure everyone can stay in communication. Another job well done guys.

Funny to see that clean earth trailer still sitting there in the background. Especially after how tedious it was to clean up that wreck.

@phillee2814

2 жыл бұрын

At least they are equipped to handle the heavy irony!

@RedneckCowboyFeller

2 жыл бұрын

The "Not-So-Clean" Earth trailer, LOL. I had a grand chuckle at the insane irony when he uploaded that video.

Wonderful job as always. The compassion you show for others is amazing

Could sense the frustration,it's very hard to get others to think exactly as yourself , experience is something learned over time if there apptitude to recieve knowledge . I would have been on the broom sweeping it clear ready for the trailer . Hope you use these videos to train the guys of what is expected of them on site . Cheers

@ms-mac521

2 жыл бұрын

👍👍 a lot of love and patience are necessary. only the Lord can enable us to do so through His Holy Spirit.

@messianichebrewshawnkawcak1550

2 жыл бұрын

@@ms-mac521 exactly. The Holy Spirit gives strength.

@SievertSchreiber

2 жыл бұрын

It was mentioned in other videos but i agree with Ron using his videos as learning material for new guys.

I thought of picking the whole thing as the first option. Then it actually would be easier to set it on the Trail-eze, than for Kenny to drag it up on the bed. It might be time to buy a skid steer. Even if you don't use it as often, you are not at the mercy of others.

@fhuber7507

2 жыл бұрын

A few ways it can be done. He's been doing this stuff for many years, so he has reasons for the choices he makes.

Maybe that’s what Y’all should try to buy next A skid steer with forks and a bucket attachment forks for unloading all the trailer and a bucket to help clean up on jobs like that

@starlawilson4103

2 жыл бұрын

@@noahater5785 there are buckets with grapple attachments on them.

Ron your no young man but you can still keep up with the best of them, I remember 35 years ago when I needed your services at the shop your wrecker service had grown alot since 35 years ago of course then your dad was running everything then since I see he's finally retired hope your dad is still in good health every time I watch your videos it brings back some good memories. The good Lord has watched over you many of times as you would say it stay save and look to see another video. Be Blessed

@royordway9157

2 жыл бұрын

It's good to see your dad playing Great Grand Dad in the videos. Is he the company babysitter? HA HA

Well that was a cooker! Probably able to see that fire from orbit. What a mess. Glad the driver walked away and am amazed that the trailer was not badly damaged. Good team work.

I once drove a firetruck, it's nice to see so many people using their heads starting with the driver.

All you guys did a great job cleaning up this mess.Ron your the best!

The head chef had alot of kitchen help on this job. 🚚 low help gets the cleanup and wash down and dry part. Everybody else got the meat and potato of the framework. Good Job all hands ✋

🇳🇱Good tools and sufficient spare parts make good work possible and again a perfect video thanks and greetings from Roosendaal Netherlands.👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍🍀

thank god nobody was hurt in that burnout, i've got nothing but respect for you and your crew Ron, you are professional and courteous regardless of the situation, stay safe out there brother

Ron it maybe time to get you a used bobcat so you don't have to depend on someone else

@johnmcmickle5685

2 жыл бұрын

Or some other kind loader, even one on a small tractor. They will not be lifting 3,000 pound rocks very often.

@markverloop8787

9 ай бұрын

Why didn’t MDOT bring out a skid steer

You and your team must have been knackered after that! I was, just watching you all..

Ron, you are a true professional and a great mentor. The world needs more people like yourself.

Looks like you guys need to invest in a Skid steer

I’ve been watching way to long. I knew just where that tag line was before you told him where it was.🤗

@jonathanhadfield8125

2 жыл бұрын

Same here 🤣🤣🤣

@markfergerson2145

2 жыл бұрын

Half the comment I was going to make (starting to feel like an apprentice). Other half is, I'm surprised nobody grabbed a scoop shovel to clear a path for Ron to back up.

@jerrycoatney6474

2 жыл бұрын

I too knew where that rope would be. In fact I believe that I could find anything on that truck first try.

i love how these boys are not stressing around and also not running with their head under their arms, nice and calm, it can be dangerous with traffic going by. nice video and job Ron and Boys 😊

Glad to see you Ethan.💜

It amazes me that you have so much equipment and know exactly where everything is, all the parts to fix whatever needs fixing, and such a wealth of knowledge. You and your crew do a great job and keep things moving while doing it and stay safe too. Kudos to all the crew.

Hard to believe that a big recovery outfit like this, does not have a skid steer.

29:28 Ron always concerned that he does not cause more damage...😁

@joshw1687

2 жыл бұрын

Kinda hard to do with a shell lol

There are times when nothing comes easy. This was one of those times but you & the crew gotter done!

thank you. i really enjoyed watching the end cap summary. what a mess.

You’re Always Courteous and you always like to keep traffic Open and moving if safely possible.👍

Awesome video keep up with a great work and be safe out there 👍😀

Ron you sure have one big team of professionals.....Great Job !!

@jamesburke5709

2 жыл бұрын

The best of the best is what I call it here too

First off you have a solid crew that is experienced. Nice work by everyone. And nice job by the fire department saving the trailer from ending up like the semi

Hi Ethan! Hi Mike! :-) Ron, that's a messy job for sure. I'm glad the driver is okay. Stay safe and God bless.

Okay Ron you don't like burns but this long time subscriber found it very thrilling to say the least good job everyone on a difficult task 👍💯

Hey Ron. I was a volunteer fire fighter for 40 years for the Paoli Fire Co. Paoli PA. We covered 16 mi. on the PATPK . I saw a few burnouts so I enjoyed the video with a feeling of home. keep up the good work and stay safe.

The rest of it would buff out but I'm afraid that seat is a complete loss.

20:50 because on a job like this, you are always reassessing the situation.

The tator seems to be very popular, everytime that you use it, you have a great turn out.

I know it might not be your most important skill on paper but sir I envy your people skills with your staff. You are patient and respectful always. I hope they all realise how rare that is in a boss and I hope I can get even most of the way to that level.

I Pray for all of you for your safety. Your job ranks with number one farming.

Excellent work by all on a horrific looking accident. Glad the driver was ok. You guys be safe out there.

You need a Snoopy on your dash too!! heh heh heh

Good one Ron.. Just hate to see you guys working in the dark that close to moving traffic that you know are busy eyeballin' the wreck.

At the end is the only time I have seen you walk with your back to the traffic after the trooper left. Keep up the good work training the future crew.

I concur. I wouldn't wanna work a burn job either. There's just something eerie about things that are burned. Even if no one was injured it's still eerie.

@jonarmedpiandsecurityoffic9051

2 жыл бұрын

The smell is what gets me

Get your well done truck hot off the road!

@cherrydowns7745

2 жыл бұрын

LOL, DOES THAT COME WITH KETCHUP!! Heh heh!

@southaussiegarbo2054

2 жыл бұрын

Does it come with fries

@phillee2814

2 жыл бұрын

I'm guessing that isn't the regular, but the extra crispy!

@timothywebb3906

2 жыл бұрын

Hmmm ... I don't think the damage to this tractor is gonna "buff out" any time soon! LOL

@gorillaau

2 жыл бұрын

@@timothywebb3906 Some duct tape will still help to help the heap together.

Mr Ron I dislike burnt rigs as well. Atleast it didn't get to the trailer. Thanks for sharing and stay safe

another great video. Your entire crew works very well together under these stressful conditions.

Another perfect recovery! Keep it up.

what a job! very interesting video, Ron. You have a great crew, willing to get in there and do the work necessary to get the job done. My best wishes to Ethan as he starts his new venture and blessings to you and your family.

very good with everything going on you got the job done

Ron, communication is the key to get the job done right and no one will get hurt and God Bless you and your family and friends and keep up the great work

You know, where I'm from, they say that the only peoples who don't change their mind are the crazy ones. Good on you to analyse and make change your plan based on what you see.

That was one long, dirty job but somebody had to do it. Your team came through with flying colors. Always love watching your videos from the start to the finish.

Respectfully, Nat! Good luck with finding yourself. Ron, A+ vid!!! Mike is the man. Some men understand rigging and getting the job done and some do not and stand around with their hands in thier pockets talking to friends and not the job at hand!!! Unfortunate, but life is what it is. Mike for sure! Man getting the job done!!! Mike fan!!! 100%!!! Thank you Ron!!! 👍🏻👍🏻

Mike is a hardworker, Ron great employer. Great video !!

Ron I can't recall a tractor cab that much incinerated. One intense fire. Glad the driver walked away. I am surprised that destruction is so spread out. I bet it took some time to get all of that collected and cleaned up!

@RonPratt

2 жыл бұрын

We actually had another semi fire a couple weeks after this job that was far worse than this one. I will not show the second burn job as the driver did not survive. There was less left on that tractor than there was on this one and the trailer was also burnt. I can attach the news article here, but that is all I will post about the incident. It was bad. Thanks and God bless. www.kfvs12.com/2021/09/03/i-55-northbound-lanes-blocked-by-semi-fire/

@justinturner9342

2 жыл бұрын

@@RonPratt have you made anymore videos running emergency lights and sirens I try to catch your videos and notice I haven't seen those videos lately I was just wondering if you have and could not release them yet

@lockedin60

2 жыл бұрын

@@RonPratt I am an airplane enthusiast but not a pilot. I guess there is no way to make fuel containers more crash proof on airplanes or semi trucks. Surely they are testing that to end these type events. Maybe they should consider burn suits like stock and other racing style suits. Idk. These types of accidents and the time frame(holiday traffic) are just not ideal.

@hirisk761

2 жыл бұрын

I was a long haul otr driver for 17 years. this was always one of my fears. glad the driver bailed out before it went up.

Thank you for making this video and letting it see me. What would you do without Mick and your son following him.

Mike knows what he is doing .He knows what he is doing. He is a good man. He should get more money!

Another great job by ron and his team. Great job Ron and Mike. You two make a good work team.

That’s funny! I came through Scott city last night and then you have posted when I wake up

I suggest maybe investing in your own skid steer and maybe even a small single axle dump truck for such occasions as this. A popular motto is ... "Better to have it and not need it, than to need it and not have it!" Excellent work and video as always!

As always - I’m impressed. Anticipating what tools to have is a challenge. It amazes me that you either have exactly what you need or you create what you need. The motoring public doesn’t even realize how difficult and dangerous it is to work in tight, narrow spaces just to allow traffic flow. Many operators would have told the troopers that the entire roadway needed to be closed until the recovery was completed.

One of ower local towing co. got old coke truck and made a clean up truck carry oil dry by pallet straw even grass seed oil matts extra tools rework back with ramps to haul skid steer.

So thankful that the driver made it out safe. Ur crew do a awesome job. Have ya thought about investing into ur own skid steer for situations like this one. And tow it behind the pickup when needed?

@rcblitzfpv8346

2 жыл бұрын

Noah Ater then you have one less rollback truck to use