Sumas Washington Flood Tractor Rescue 11/15/21

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People can use your help after the flood. see link below for donation and information.
www.ncctk.com/flood-relief/
11/15/21 Whatcom County Experienced four days of heavy rain and flooding. The City of Sumas Washington was completely covered in floodwater and residence had minimal time to prepare for evacuation. Overnight the scene became dire as people were stranded in houses and vehicles all over the town. Mike received calls asking for help and without a second thought, Mike Scholten along with 2 other Scholten's Employees( Forrest & Tom) jumped in 3 JCB Fastrac's and headed to help in any way possible. Join Mike Scholten as he heads to Sumas Washington and helps his local town.
Fastrac's used in rescue were JCB 8330, JCB 8310 & JCB 8250.
People can use your help after the flood. see link below for donation and information.
www.ncctk.com/flood-relief/

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@tommiogrady5629 2 жыл бұрын

Hi, Mike! I'm the daughter of Tom O'Grady, the elderly gentleman and the sick lady you rescued in the white Ford by the old Breckenridge milk stand in Everson. We both would like to thank you from the bottom of our hearts so much for stopping and rescuing us, and for being of such a great service to Sumas, Lynden, and Everson during these truly frightening times. I had never known what true fear was like until we started taking on water inside our cab--had it been lighter outside, my dad would have never taken the routes he'd taken. I think we both learned a thing or two, but this experience has been one that I've learned a lot from, especially, and in more ways than one. It will surely be a story to tell my kids and their grandkids in the future. God bless you, your team, and your family for offering help in such terrifying times. 💖

@mrsseasea 2 жыл бұрын

That place flooded in the 90’s before the house was jacked up….glad they are safe.

@lisasmith9311 2 жыл бұрын

Glad they are okay

@Captain-Awesome 2 жыл бұрын

You guys were in some real trouble there, I am sure that was pretty scary. Glad you made it out. God is good all the time!!

@markgreen4612 2 жыл бұрын

Job No.1 for the government once this disaster is over is to build dikes all along the Nooksack River so this doesn't happen again. I know that will be expensive but probably less expensive than the damage that's done when the river overflows its banks.

@samlurie8958 2 жыл бұрын

Amen 🙏

@cseamen 2 жыл бұрын

On the Gulf Coast we have the “Cajun Navy” that is not actually an organization, but a tradition of private boat owners effecting rescues after hurricanes, etc. I guess you folks doing that with tractors in the northwest are the “First Armored Division.” May God’s blessings be on all of you for spending your time and fuel while risking your well being and equipment in the service of those in need! Great job, and will be a great thing for your great grandkids to watch and be proud of.

@bk9852 2 жыл бұрын

Cajun Navy they are oustanding!

@squamishfish 2 жыл бұрын

Hi this town is right on the Canadian border, On the Canadian side it is a huge disaster, In reference to the Cajun Navy on the Canadian side there is many rivers popular for salmon fishing including the Fraser River in which has many fishing charter services , A lot of these guys if not all are offering the use of their boats for free to get people to and from Stranded areas and also rescues, this is a major disaster on both sides of the border , This is a major milk and Chicken and Fruit growing area many farms are totally down with lost of livestock, Also no feed able to get to the farms that are slightly higher ,

@cseamen 2 жыл бұрын

@@squamishfish I am aware of the horrible flooding in BC, as I have friends up there. I will continue to pray for our Canadian brothers and sisters as they all work to recover. This will not be a fast recovery, especially the farmlands and highways, roads/tracks that were washed out. I’m not surprised at the boat owners helping and rescuing folks in need in that area, as my experience with folks in that area has been very inspiring. 🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

@oak6845 2 жыл бұрын

Charlie love your statement of truth, Aucoin in Layette, Louisiana!

@cseamen 2 жыл бұрын

@@oak6845 I hope your Thanksgiving was AWESOME! May you be blessed in every way. ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

@michaelsimmons261 2 жыл бұрын

WOW I have never seen anything like this video in my life...A true HERO!!

@sandrabennett2014 2 жыл бұрын

I can't believe how close it came for that father and daughter in the truck. God bless all of you who risked their own lives to help others❤️

@radicalroberto0360 2 жыл бұрын

I agree

@justicesom7061 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks Mike and Thanks to Scholtens Equipment for lending a hand and offering Equipment to rescue people.

@nancygarcia1323 2 жыл бұрын

From California never see these kind of days, very scary thank you sir for your heroic behavior🙏🏻🙏🏻

@shelleynelson125 2 жыл бұрын

I’m on the other side of the border 🇨🇦 and look after some clients on the Canada side. Was so worried about them that I didn’t even think about the 🇺🇸 side🥺😩. You all keep safe out there too, PRAYING for you!

@TruthSeekerD 2 жыл бұрын

Seeing a semi grill almost completely under water is nuts. You're good people 👍

@rp1645 2 жыл бұрын

Man what a HERO you are those JCB are something else. Never thought you would take them to Sea. Thank you for caring.

@krosario3322 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! That was incredible. All I could think about was God's hand led you there just in time to rescue that pair. Thank you for being willing! God is good.

@emmshelley 2 жыл бұрын

"I believe in you!" "I believe in you too, Dad!" Bless you guys for doing what you do. Not all heros wear capes.

@livewithsmfamily1282 2 жыл бұрын

Hello! You guys helped my family and I wanted to thank you so much for everything

@angelhilton3883 2 жыл бұрын

Dear God in Heaven this just can't be good on SO many levels. My prayers going out for ALL...

@mrsseasea 2 жыл бұрын

I live in this community, m come together to help each other is so heart felt. Lived here in Everson my entire life. Thank you to all those that gave time to help their neighbors.

@sacredstonecards9051 2 жыл бұрын

You and your team are amazing. God bless you guys. Hero's ❤❤❤

@on_idyl 2 жыл бұрын

"Ain't gonna lie I'm pretty nervous" - that's some understatement! THANK YOU FOR YOUR EFFORTS MIKE, TOM AND FORREST!

@lindalilhippie3728 2 жыл бұрын

so very brave of you. My sister was rescued from Everson by her kids in a truck with a lift kit so I have been watching and praying for all affected by this flood. Thank you to all who are out braving this to save people. GOD BLESS YOU

@pansyvaughan5624 2 жыл бұрын

You scared the crap out of me at first , man.....then crying as you rescued the man and daughter omg, Water is very scary, what a great person you are ...thank you for sharing your video.. I'm in Bc up from the flooded south where they are flooded also ..sending prayers to all affected

@thomasconley3429 2 жыл бұрын

From the East Coast: I have watched this video several times and can only say thank you and your employees for doing such a wonderful job. This country needs more men and women like you and those who helped rescue so many. Thanks again.

@mariajosedasilvapacheco1321 2 жыл бұрын

👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

@aliciabowen603 2 жыл бұрын

The community cooperation is phenomenal. Keep it pumping!

@janbrown1981 2 жыл бұрын

You are an amazing family. My heartfelt thanks for helping our community!

@tinymompj 2 жыл бұрын

Miss my tractor! Thanks for rescuing people! God bless you all !

@Katakagara 2 жыл бұрын

You’re a true hero. Such a great example of a real and brave man. It’s sad and scary the power of Mother Nature, teaching us a lesson, but men like you give men a good name! Bless you.

@user-sp2ot5uf6z 2 жыл бұрын

Jesus is Coming very soon 🙏 The Creator of everything sent storms to remind us that it's not our home. This has nothing to do with mother nature. Repent and Turn to Jesus or burn 🔥 in hell forever. Jesus Loves you Time Is very short. Hurry Don't be late Use time wisely I am a Messenger of God must tell you what God wants me to tell you 🙏

@done-hw4cz 2 жыл бұрын

Just wondering,where are the women, or they will show up when the smoke has cleared .

@pbcprecisionflooringllc3524 2 жыл бұрын

Brother you are a true hero I love you all who risk their lives to protect others . Super easy to say “thank you “but been there in the disaster zone it’s made for tough guys like you .

@suzanne2828 2 жыл бұрын

Wow. This is humbling to watch. Unbelievable. Thank you for sharing the reality and for doing so much for the community.

@megananderson9515 2 жыл бұрын

This is where I live... so sad and scary but also so thankful for all the people who came to help!!

@ThouShallPray 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for being such a good soul. Love and hugs from Seattle.

@haleyjae4145 2 жыл бұрын

God bless you and keep you safe. Much respect and love 💕

@sandyroth5282 2 жыл бұрын

Incredible. I have driven those streets and can't believe the flooding. Thank you for all you have done for those stranded by the flood waters.

@adeen5438 2 жыл бұрын

I grew up near Everett as a kid, experienced a couple of floods, but nothing this bad, we just had to hunker down for a little bit. This one is crazy, super glad you are around and brave and caring enough to help people out. Thanks for being so generous to these people.

@namedropper9237 2 жыл бұрын

Living in central Washington and I hadn’t a clue that this was happening. It’s mostly been wind storms here and some early snowfall

@kathyveldman538 2 жыл бұрын

Such a wonderful way to help, in a drastic time of need. Thank YOU !

@chlomyster8526 2 жыл бұрын

Wow the current is really flowing in some spots. Awesome job performing tractor rescue 911.

@anga.2359 2 жыл бұрын

I was married in that town and grew up around there and it saddens me to see so much destruction but I'm glad people like you are trying to do something about it. Those were some very brave rescues.

@gracejohnston2692 2 жыл бұрын

BIG THANK YOU TO YOU N GOD BLESS YOU N YUR TRACTOR!

@denises305 2 жыл бұрын

Wow!! That was almost too intense to watch at times. Thank you for your service to those in need. A true hero. Just wow.

@anna-lisagirling7424 2 жыл бұрын

I've never been one for scary movies but I've got to tell you I just about made a mess with this video! I'm familiar with Sumas and this footage is so shocking and I feel so sorry for the residents there! You are a local hero for taking your magnificent tractors out to help these people in their time of need. It makes me feel warm and safer to know that people are still good. You're the best!

@ilovehorses5970 Жыл бұрын

Yes I agree

@samuelhan83 2 жыл бұрын

U are a hero for risking Ur own equipment and life to save overs. Not many ppl would have the balls to do what u did. Thank God there are ppl like u out there

@marilynlehmann5862 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Jesus said, "when you do it unto one of the least of these, you do it unto Me! I don't know you but I'm thankful that you care enough to risk your own life to save others. Blessings to all you rescuers!🙏🏻👍🏻

@Teresa-L.2024 2 жыл бұрын

God bless you guys for stepping up to rescue people. Those flood waters looked pretty hairy in places. JCB comes to the rescue ❤️🇬🇧. A gold standard in the heavy equipment industry like Landrover is in the automotive industry. To everyone at Scholten's thanks for all your help. 💞💞💞

@pauljamesk3526 2 жыл бұрын

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@susanliebermann5721 2 жыл бұрын

OMG I thought I was going to have a heart attack watching this guy drive through that deep water! Either a nut or a hero!

@IYAMNI 2 жыл бұрын

Everyday heroes doing what s needed. You’re the true essentials, bro 👍

@Captain-Awesome 2 жыл бұрын

You need a switch to turn off the fan when going through deep water. Tip from the Offroad community 💪🏻

@patriciaowens3479 2 жыл бұрын

THANK YOU FOR HELPING THESE PEOPLE OUT

@tabithawatkins4482 2 жыл бұрын

Your incredible..I am so glad there are still good men in the world..thank you from Colorado.

@sandmantk4901 2 жыл бұрын

Great job. I wish the best for everyone. Be safe and look out for your neighbor its times like this that humanity really shines.

@denjhill 2 жыл бұрын

God bless you guys. I always liked working with Scholten's back a few years when I was doing equipment audits. Good guys.

@wildlyunrulyadventures3942 2 жыл бұрын

Tractor Hero's To The Rescue! You guys are so awesome for doing that for those communities. Thank you so very much. And thank you for sharing this with all of us. You were able to show us just how bad it is up there. Local media down south isn't showing the vast devastation that you have. This community needs our help in a *BIG* way. Say strong up there. PNW Strong!

@S.Kay.Steffy 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my gosh…. I was terrified just watching this. Can’t imagine being there for real. God Bless you for all you have done 💕

@pauljamesk3526 2 жыл бұрын

This is what good humans do help their fellow man in a time of need 🙏❤️🏴󠁧󠁢󠁷󠁬󠁳󠁿

@janineparrish3334 2 жыл бұрын

Oh my goodness I am so thankful for you, and your teammates, for your willingness to venture into the unknown! This video shows so much more of what was happening, than those of us outside of North County could have imagined. I truly have tears. I can't thank you and your crews enough for your bravery. GOD BLESS YOU!

@maremuse 2 жыл бұрын

Wow - THANK YOU! Impressive tractor too.

@peterjarnes25 2 жыл бұрын

The I believe in you too dad absolutely got me to my core!

@nylanelson5212 2 жыл бұрын

You are really brave to be driving through that deep water as it scared me watching you. Thank goodness for the compassion of people like you to help out others you don’t even know. You are a good man. I feel so bad for the people there going through this

@thegreatnorthwet1760 2 жыл бұрын

It’s amazing how the community of North Whatcom really came together both during and after the flood. It’s great that people didn’t sit back and wait to be asked people like you just stepped in to help.

@SkyofDread 2 жыл бұрын

Olympia resident. Thank you sir.

@Grandpa600 2 жыл бұрын

This was the REAL America speaking and acting. No-one was concerned what Gender, skin-colour or politics were in play, Americans stood up and said 'We are here to help.

@pattyhoekstra2184 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for helping. God bless you.

@Lakeboii70 2 жыл бұрын

Good job man we need more people like you

@bonnielavalle8566 2 жыл бұрын

Praise be to God for people like this! Obviously a good hearted, respectful man. I would bet he would never be a "lawless rioter" the world is so overwhelmed with.

@natashamillard31 2 жыл бұрын

I love that I could hear Praise 106.5 radio playing in the background at some points.

@sierralvx 2 жыл бұрын

17:15 Ohmygod, that made me cry instantly. I'd say the exact same thing if my dad were in that position. Just hearing the little crack in her voice really got me.

@littleslice8531 2 жыл бұрын

Seriously could not be more thankful for all of you guys out there on tractors, in boats, anything you could to rescue us. I have never felt such heartbreak and restoration at the same time. Thank you so, so much for risking your own lives and equipment.

@toddrightmire8041 2 жыл бұрын

Unbelievable. Way to go Mike!

@eyecan8 2 жыл бұрын

Thank so much! Your compassion and generosity is appreciated 👍🏾🥰

@rebeccacrites8967 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much for doing everything you do, Praying for your protection as well

@justinmcsharry1092 2 жыл бұрын

Great job, thank you for coming to the aid of those in need!

@FuelEnhancer 2 жыл бұрын

Great Farmer and a Hero! All acknowledged here for helping others but despite all the devastation I thought a little laugh is also OK at 21.04 on the video.... Looks like the old man sitting on the roof AD says something like "SH... HAPPENS! " Great video by the way! I will visit "flood relief" soon.

@Lexijanos 2 жыл бұрын

It’s heartbreaking to see downtown sumas look like that. It’s all devastating, but to see somewhere you recognize underwater is crazy! I live in Canada now but lived in lynden growing up, both places have been so awfully impacted by these rain storms and floods. Thank you for caring in jumping into action to help with flood relief efforts!!

@jvillalaz44 2 жыл бұрын

WOW. I live in Everett Washington. Thanks for helping others in need.

@BornFree101 2 жыл бұрын

Keep safe, I am in Vancouver BC, bracing for next storm on Thursday and the weekend.

@WDF 2 жыл бұрын

Thankyou for being courageous 🥰

@tobyhaiste1497 2 жыл бұрын

Way to go man, you and your crew helped a lot.

@beautegt6872 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for your help Mike. Good job!

@gordonschedel368 2 жыл бұрын

I hadn’t seen it I never believed it unbelievable flooding what a disaster

@shifty7739 2 жыл бұрын

Great work. Now lend a hand getting that Nooksack river under control so the waters can really go down. They are doing their part in Abbotsford to pump out 500,000 gal a min to the Fraser which will take the water away but as of right now the Nooksack river in WA is what is causing all the flooding and it is still draining into the floodplain.

@jefffinkbonner9551 2 жыл бұрын

I mean, there’s little that can be done until the river just drains out to the bay.

@sharroon7574 2 жыл бұрын

They had a levee break right?

@paulshaw5119 2 жыл бұрын

God bless you sir for helping out all those people!!

@faustominuzzo9263 2 жыл бұрын

Ciao Scholten's Tractor Therapy Ti ringrazio per il tuo aiuto ai tuoi connazionali. Un cordiale saluto a Tutti e un augurio per un sereno Santo Natale. Fausto (Roma, Italia)

@hughbassoon 2 жыл бұрын

Wow! Pucker factor for sure! God bless you man🙏🙏❤️❤️

@donnaandgaryhall9608 2 жыл бұрын

I drove through Everson a few days later and saw where that truck ended up. Thank you so much for saving those folks!

@Joseph-qb1es 2 жыл бұрын

You're a brave man and a hero my friend. God bless.

@JohnVHLife 2 жыл бұрын

So crazy, good job Mike.

@brucewise2630 2 жыл бұрын

Everything the farming industry goes through look who’s saving people farmers we have to do everything in we power to pay them back god bless be careful 🙏🇨🇦🇺🇸

@dharmaslife 2 жыл бұрын

So I’ve got an adrenaline rush - NOT in a good way - and the pucker factor just watching this. God bless you

@harryberry474 2 жыл бұрын

My grandparents lived in Sumas on Morton St. just off Cherry St. from the early 70's until their passing. I remember visiting there many times, staying for a week at a time sometimes when I was younger and visiting later in life when an adult. Never in my wildest dreams would I have thought a flood of this magnitude would happen. Looking on Google maps now is rather depressing seeing how the town has changed...and now this flood, it's very tragic. Thoughts and prayers to the residents..Mr. Scholten you're a hero!

@djkndsn1642 2 жыл бұрын

I just want to say, God Bless you! I'm touched by your willingness to rescue and care for those left in the flood. There needs to be more people like you. This is a well produced and filmed video. My thought's and prayers to out to all of you! I'm in SO CAL but I'm from the Skagit Valley area of WA.

@AdianGess 2 жыл бұрын

Respect and love from Scotland

@kerrytoby7041 2 жыл бұрын

What used to be Sumas lake in bc is still rising.

@michaelallen3667 2 жыл бұрын

Great job glad you could help people out.

@techtiger217 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for all of your awesome help down there

@slipshankd1307 2 жыл бұрын

Glad you think about others when a flood happens. I've seen so many barrel thru the flood washing water in houses down here in south east Texas.

@renedoyon455 2 жыл бұрын

From a local B.C'er.. you're a god damn hero in my eyes

@darrellrebeiro6320 2 жыл бұрын

May the good Lord help these people reach to safety

@ArtistCareerTraining 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much fo you work, compassion and corage.

@DarkDruid7 2 жыл бұрын

I remember the rains we had in 2021 in Western WA. I had no idea this was happening up north. I just can't imagine the helplessness of being trapped in a flood.

@jefffinkbonner9551 2 жыл бұрын

It’s incredible that Sumas only recently had the “Super Bowl Flood” in early February 2020 in which the whole town was a couple feet under water, and now they’re under 3-5 feet. Century’s flood. Wish I had a boat to help people. God bless you for helping!

@Ambientes Жыл бұрын

Thank you for Rescuing us!!! It was crazy

@eduardosanchez2130 2 жыл бұрын

God bless you brother for what you doing Im so sorry for all this family best bless from calgary alberta .

@nadiabouzid9451 2 жыл бұрын

que dieu Allah vous aide mike et vous prête sa miséricorde et sa protection...vous êtes génial ...les musulmans adorent ce genre d action qui est très généreuse. ...sauver des vies humaines ou autres ...ne peut venir que des personnes honnêtes pieuses et. pourvues . de valeurs exceptionnelles ..tel que vous. ....ALLAHOUMMA ihfadh koullou man younkidh elmouhtaadj...amin ...un salut d Algérie 🇩🇿🇩🇿🇩🇿