WILDFIRE approaches our homestead in Portugal🔥
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As an Aussie....And from experience.
1.ALWAYS have an escape route, multiple if you can.
2. Have your vehicle pack and ready
3.If in doubt...get out.
4. DO NOT think you can stay and beat back the flames
5. Fires do not discriminate
Mulberry trees should be pruned back pretty hard after fruiting. It encourages new healthy branches to grow, and it grows back fast. If you want more mulberry trees they propgate very easily. Just take one of those branches and stick it in the ground. You can also cut those branches smaller and start a compost pile instead of burning. Then, use the compost for your garden 😊 I'm glad to see you guys are doing well and taking extra steps to protect your new home.
So true. Those mulberries pop up all over the place here. They're basically a nuisance tree. I keep a handful for the birds but I cut lots of them out and many I cut back drastically but they shoot up overnight and they're really hard to eradicate.
Probably want to run those branches through the chipper before adding to the compost pile. And the thicker ones, cut to firewood length and let dry out for heating or the fire pit.
LOVE WATCHING YOU 2, I HOPE THE FIRES DIDN'T REACH TO YOU GUYS AND PRAYERS FROM ALL SUBSCRIBER'S
THAT YOU 2 WILL BE SAFE. 🤲🏼🤲🏼. ❤❤❤❤
@@fatos3605 all of your prayers and loving thoughts have helped keep us safe ❤️🙏😘
If it's any consolation, there was one house in the Maui fires that survived because!!! They cleaned around the house there was no plants bushes etc and their roof and the house was not made of wood. I'm sure if you googled it the loan survivor house in Maui you would get a full description. Pray to God it doesn't even come around your area😮
I am so glad that the government in the country you are in actually doesn't want you to burn. Maui hasn't had that kind of integrity in its so-called public servants. I am so happy for you. The actual people and firefighters are the ones that care.
before you start cutting down all the eucalyptus trees, you should immediately start planting cork oaks, because they take a long time to grow, however they are excellent trees to resist fires.
Yes, eucalyptus trees are very flammable, and they are not native to Europe! They are planted because they are fast growing and a cheap source of lumber, but they contain volatile oils! So cut them down, but save the wood and the wood from any cut or trimmed tree, like that mulberry tree for firewood for the winter!
I believe cork trees are protected in Portugal so if you plant them, be certain you want them where you plant them because you may not be able to cut them (I am not an expert on this but that's what I've heard).
Awesome info! ❤
For a fast moving and crowning fire, that is throwing spot fires ahead of it TRULY you will need to leave, and not wait for the last minute. They can grow a fire up to a mile in advance of the advancing fire line and they you be between two fires. Also, have various escape routes mapped out in advance, and where you plan to shelter as well. You routes can be cut off quickly. Drew it would be worth it for you to read studies of what happened in Paradise CA. I don’t think Brittany will want to.
Great job tiling, Drew and Brittany hauling all the tiles over and up to you!!! ( : Awesome job cutting and hauling the mulberry tree branches away from your home! Phew! Thise darn bees, though! They were the size of small birds! ) : eek! Pkease be careful! ) : You two have done fantastic in preparing your land for fire damage! You have both wirked sooo hard! God bless you both! I am praying you never have to use your exemplary fire protection skills! ) :
Great haircut too, Drew! ( : 🤲🤲🤲🤲🙏🙏🙏🙏❤️❤️❤️❤️
Poor Brittany, You and Drew go from the US and all the issues there and now dealing with fire season in Portugal. Life is about change and resilience. We are all learning that now. You have both handled this latest challenge well.
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I could see the strain on your faces, and who wouldn't when you are trying to save your home and more inportantly yourselves. I'm so pleased that the fires are now out and you can both breath again and start the renovations on your beautiful home. Take Care, Hugs UK
Thanks to our precious Lord for answering your prayers and all the firefighters whose knowledge took care of the damaging fires. You are both doing the right things. Take care.
This video hit home, here in Hawaii. Watching previous and this video in particular demonstrates the importance of clear; timely and accurate communication; proactive plans and action and trust and faith in your community and infrastructure. Sending a lot of gratitude to the both of you and continued blessings of abundance and aloha. Maui Strong 🌺
Yes. Absolutely-I lived in Maui and my daughter/family are there. This has been a long 3 weeks. 🥲
@@dianegriffith3006 - I hope your ohana is well and safe. Sending you and them aloha 🌺
Happy Sunday
Love the caption of having an extremely adventurous of portugal weather
That tree definitely needed trimming! I wonder what those bees are growing inside that wall? 😮😮😮 Stay safe Adventures stay prepared! 🙏🙏
Having eucalyptus trees in your area is not the best thing because the oil in the eucalyptus leaves actually cause higher temperatures when burning. Im glad fire-fighters and everyone including you guys are safe. Cheers from Australia 🇦🇺. xx
Yes, dried and cured eucalyptus firewood is also good for wood stoves because they do have great heating benefits.
I have heard that there are actually trees that withstand fire that are better to have around. I wonder if this is actually possible and to what extent.
I'm so glad that fire got under control. I have to say if you need to put something out on your property , you shouldn't be there. Pleased don't under estimate how quickly fire can move & jump 40 foot wide breaks. My friends were in the Portuguese fires of not so long ago. They were lucky to escape in their car. The fire was leaping great expanses of road. Buildings can be rebuilt. A life cannot. Keep safe friends. Xxx
With the water from your stream I'd get a couple of 2000 +- liter tanks filled from your stream at all times. Then build an elevated sprinkler system using aluminum pipes to spray water around the perimeter of your dwelling. Needless to say use a diesel powered pump as it's a less volatile fuel. Over ambitious, perhaps. Cheap, no, but dual purpose, fire and if you want cooling etc as well. Crazy idea, perhaps, but sometimes they work.
Did you know that our bombeiros are mostly volunteers? They are true heroes!
FYI the only house in laihana that seemed to survive had river rocks all around their property. They think that helped save their house. Also replace all eucalyptus trees with oak and cork trees that are resistant to fire. Maybe you can create a moat around the house since you got a natural stream? Hope that helps,
Brittany saying “what doesn’t kill you makes you stronger” brought tears to my eyes. ❤
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Yes, 💐
I feel your fear and anxiety. When Santa Cruz county had our huge forest fires about 3 yrs ago (I live in Felton) the fire was stopped a mile from my cabin. I was lucky, but many lost their homes along with everything else they owned. I'm so happy for you. 🎉🎉🎉❤❤❤
Feeling for those who lost, and giving gratitude with those who were spared 🙏❤️❤️
@Mrandmrsadventure be careful, those are not bees, they are wasps, and could be Asian wasps, all Europe was invaded by them. They hunt bees and decimate bee colonies at a fast pace. They are very aggressive. You should make sure if they are of this type and if so, exterminate.
highly recommend (off grid for 20 years) know your roads. after paradise and maui, good to know escape route. so many have died in cars trying to escape and getting stopped by officials. know your back roads. know where all ponds are. jumping in water deep water is a safe way to survive any blockade.
People are running sprinklers on top of their houses. Praying for both of you and everyone dealing with the fires.❤❤ My lucky number is 313.😊
Fire proofing outside your home. Trimming back low lying trees and bushes. Removing dead or decaying material. Cutting down or thinning out less fire resistant trees. Promoting or planting fire proof/resilant varieties. Getting large storage drums, pumps, hoses to collect rain water for emergency use. Daming the river to develop pools of stored water for emergency use.
Hi Brittany and Drew, love your vlogs, not wanting to sound like a teacher, northern European trained chainsaw operator. When you start your chainsaw always rev engine to full revs and test chain brake, not common practice in Portugal. The chain brake principal if while cutting the chainsaw kicks back will lift your arms while holding the chain up near your head, the chain brake will naturally be triggered to brake chain before hitting your head. Don't use chainsaw cutting a over your waist. Have chain brake on while walking around with engine running, and get yourself forestry helmet with visor and ear defenders. Hugs Jason
Hi Brittany & Drew. Glad to see all turned out well. If you are looking for a resource on bushfire, I can recommend ' The Complete Australian Bushfire Book ' by Joan Webster, or any of her other books. This was researched and written after the devastating bushfire here on Ash Wednesday, 1983, which spread thru our Eucalypt forests and towns, killing 75 people and destroy thousands of homes. It covers not only fire actions, but also what can be done to prepare for future events. From building design, landscaping, plant selection, equipment, clothing, planning for the day. And would not be just for the Australian environment. All the best with your adventures, and looking forward to seeing what lies ahead. Cheers.
Mulberry wood: This dense wood burns hot and long and makes for great firewood when you can get your hands on it.
Excellent for fireplace and cooking uses, mulberry is one of the unsung heroes of wood-burning heat.
I saw you had some nice thick branches....cut it up and use it when dried out guys❤
It lights easily when dried out and burns hot, but fast. Kinda low on the energy per unit volume. I save it and burn it. It's weak compared to oak, ash, cherry, walnut but a little more energy dense than pine. For cooking I use grape vine; I've also used apple to good result.
If more folks took the time to do preventive measures more homes would be saved. NIFC has wonderful information on how to protect your home. Sending everyone positive vibes 💙💜🎣
Many people in my community are elderly or impoverished and they struggle with such a difficult situation. I wish the government could fund fire abatement which would save the community. Every one is doing their best
And now thank our Father who is in heaven! Praise, honor and glory to God always. So thankful for your safety especially seeing Maui, whew!
Here in Oz we totally understand your situation.
2019/20 we had the largest fires on record. We were within 1km of the flames when the weather finally changed and we were saved.
Hundreds of homes were destroyed, thousands of folks were made homeless.
Thousands of square kilometres were laid to waste.it’s not something we can get over quickly.
This summer is promising to be another black summer.
I admire your efforts and determination to stay safe.
I hope you never have to face the dragon.
Thank goodness the local firefighters are as wonderful as they are.
We live next to a lake and we know the planes and helicopters as they fly in to collect water.
Cheers and happiness. Always stay alert.
Much love from Oz❤️❤️🇦🇺
Great job prepping for the fire❤️ stay safe you two🙏❤️🙏🌄
I would cut the eucalyptus,that’s so scaring
L❤ve to watch you both
Stay safe
Thanks Mr and Mrs adventure for your vid 😇💟💟💟 Love and bless us all in divine light I am so happy that you guys are safe and you learn something from it.
So relieved for u and every one
Well done to all the fire fighters an all who helped get things under controle ,
U all deserve a medal,
Take care every one
Stay safe ,
Sending best wishes from UK
Me watching you try to start the chainsaw. "Pull the bar. The bar pull it! Pull the bar! Don't walk up the hill Pull the BAR"!
In Turkey mulberry trees are called ‘firewood trees’, because you can cut them right back and they will regrow very quickly! We make a delicious tea from the young leaves, with many benefits!
I recommend watching Project Kamp they are a group who also live in Portugal, they do a lot of research on plants and trees in order to make the land suitable for wildfire protection.
We have and enjoy there content.
Watching Brittany climbing on that roof, in Krocs, was impressive. You are tiny, but tough...you tossed those branches like they were twigs.
So glad you two are safe! Your adventures are so fun to watch. 🥰
Yay for the Bombeiros!!
My husband is not allergic to bees either but he got stung on his face next to his nose and we watched over a couple days as his face swelled on both sides. The swelling gradually moved downward. (He did go to the ER/ED and was treated) As the swelling went down on his face, his neck swelled like a bag of fluid! He never had issues with his breathing or swallowing, (he did get antihistamines at the ER/ED) and we had a good chuckle about his appearance! Luckily he didn't need to use the camera for his remote work meetings, LOL! Seriously, though, if you have issues with wasps/etc that make those large round nests, make a faux nest with a stuffed paper bag and hang it in the area. They think other wasps are living there. It kept those wasps away from the front and back of our home!
Thinking of u both ,
Please take care
Ur doing so well prepping ,
Keeping u both in our thoughts an prayers
Guys, the segment starting at 3:40 was P E R F E C T!! Music totally matched the rolling away of the big green sea (carpet). Great editing! Had me (I'm 71) popping out of my chair and saying, "LETS GOOO". 🤣 ha lol
Haha 💪🎶✨❤️
Just because you haven’t been allergic to bee stings so far doesn’t guarantee lifetime immunity. The next one could be the bad one! Also, isn’t there some rule about not using gas powered equipment during fire season? Something to do with sparks. I love seeing how you’re adapting to this new life! You both have wonderful spirits.
I was thinking the same thing…I never was as a child and am allergic now.
Our prayers for your safety and beautifull land.
Your final couple minutes of footage, showing just how forested the hills around you are, were eye-opening. So grateful for those bombeiros! That is a gruelling job, physically SO taxing, and mentally tough. Heroes, all.
Be bushfire ready.
You're doing great. You're thinking seriously about things.
In Western Australia, by law we have to make a 12ft wide property boundary cleared path. Called a "Firebreak". It helps stop fires from speeding along the ground and tall trees are trimmed to help prevent the embers, which you've just heard can travel in the wind and start other fires.
Bush fires are very common every summer and can become deadly so quickly and a few things, including a Firebreak around your property, can help you:
*You NEED a bushfire escape plan. Includes a pack with torch, battery, water etc. *Know where you can get out of your property quickly.
*Don't move machinery, including cars, across crops or ground as the heat from the vehicle can ignite grass.
*And NEVER use tools which create sparks ie angle grinders. Many bushfires have been started with these.
Portugal and Australia are so alike and the fact that Portugal has eucalyptus trees, it makes for a very dangerous summer.
Know the risks.
Do the homework
Have a bushfire escape plan ready every season
No vehicle movement across grasses
No tools that spark.
Trim tall grass around the home.
The rooftop sprinkler system is something alot of homes in Australia have. They work great if installed correctly.
I’m so glad you were not impacted by the fire!
Glad y'all are ok... ❤
So greatful the fire was brought under control, after the stress and anxiety you experienced 🙏❤
So glad you are safe and have such good neighbors and friends. 💕
BOM ( pronounced Boam)
Apetite ( And are right)pronounced appa te te
And I’m crying with relief for you.
After watching coverage of Maui I’m highly sensitized brought back to my Sonoma County Northern California 2017 fleeing for my life and nearly every year since we have fires here😮
Drew and Britany -prayers for your parents and current storms running up the Florida coast. 🙏❤️🙏 Hope they’re safe!!
The ending of this video was a big relief!! So glad the fire was contained, sending lots of love to you two!!💖
Word of advice from Australia, DON'T LEAVE IT TOO LATE TO EVACUATE!
You can't outrun a wildfire.
The heat will hit you way before the flames arrive.
The fire can be behind you when you leave but erupt in front of you as you drive.
Friends of ours had all the perspex windows on their RV melt as they were driving.
Don't stay to protect your property, just not worth it.
Wise words. They shouldn't even be in that location during fire alerts. They and people like them put the firemen at risk.
Hi from Australia. I have a feeling that mulberry trees can actually help protect buildings in a bushfire. Not combustible like eucalyptus. I'm sure I read a story of a house not burning down when all around was burnt, and this was due to the large mulberry tree and its green canopy offering protection.
Yes, correct Andrew. And using chainsaws, angle grinders etc in this weather is also NOT advised. 🫣
I wish you both the best of luck!!
You are the best kind of expats we need here in Portugal. People who come to learn the culture, integrate, respect nature, respect who lives here, people who bond, people who teach...people we love to be around.
Hope to meet you both one of these days. Maybe I can help you somehow.
I live in Marinhais-Salvaterra de Magos, in Ribatejo. Faraway but someday if we cross our paths maybe I can be helpful
Kind regards
Peace, Love, Unity, Respect :)
Blessing
That's true it's like that where I live@ in Latta South Caro
lina, Care South Carolina 🎉😊
it's called a chain brake it's for when you are walking with a running saw to your next cut and you trip and fall on your saw it wont cut you, good job on the property you guys...
Glad your safe. Good job with the roof, Drew. When it comes to the tree, close to the house, perhaps just cut it down.
I know it's beautiful; but, in dire times sacrifices need to be made. I do feel for the younger generation. Growing up, I don't ever remember such extreme weather patterns around the globe.. But, you are young, strong & creative & you will adapt!
Luckily this particular tree next to the house carriers lots of water and fruits so it’s a good tree to be there that won’t let fire jump. The idea of cutting it is that it won’t allow the flames to be constant against the house if it is hot enough to burn. 🤞
@@Mrandmrsadventure In a major fire, all trees get scorched in minutes before the flames reach them and they catch fire too. The thicker branches may take a little longer to burn, but eventually they do burn. Don't delude yourselves.
In 2017 in Pedrogao Grande they found several dead people next to a wall where they had sheltered, and the fire hadn't even got to that particular spot. The high temperaure and smoke killed them, not the flames.
That's the TRUTH. Don't try to make up your own.
Drew is a good man. He knows a lot and is self reliant. It's clear Brittany has learned a lot from Drew and she is safe with him. I couldn't make it out there like you two have lived, at least not alone. I am so happy you have each other. You both help one another and can rely on the other. Be safe out there. The good thing is that you have your Van if you had to escape and evacuate your area until the threat passes.
You guys need a battery power pole saw that way you can get it from the ground
Really glad that all turned out well for you. Stay safe.
Regarding fire resilience, take a look at what “Project Kamp” is doing. They are a group of people trying to find out the best way to live sustainably in Portugal.
One of the most important things they do is get rid of mimosas and save all of the native trees. Every single sprout of native trees.
Just so you know that there are many people praying for you all. I will continue to do so myself. I'm pretty sure God only has the best for your sweet spirits. 🙏 🤲
I pray you remain safe
Praise God for extra tiles!!! 🎉🎉🎉
I’m looking at your video and see its exactly the same situation as what we experience each year in central Chile. Eucalyptus are also planted everywhere here and the oily substance is what fire loves. We are told here to keep trees at 30 meters minimum from our houses as its not only the tree you should be afraid of but the burning ashes that flies with the wind and could hit the house. We also have two special hoses attached to our well dedicated to fire season and ready to go within a minute as we open the valves and get them going. Also, we’ve got bags filled with clothes, portable radio, computers, passports, flashlight, masks, etc we may need to grab quickly should an evacuation be called. There is no time getting things ready when a fire is right there…we know, we’ve lived it. Your adrenaline kicks in but one needs to be prepared. If nothing happens and it’s only a scare, then great but if you need to evacuate within 20 minutes or less, your ready to do so. Sorry this is happening around you guys too. You’re doing a great job preparing the land in case it happens. Removing all eucalyptus or most of them is a great idea however you’ll need to replace them with native trees. Also, know that if you do not remove the stump of an eucalyptus tree, even when fires have devastated the area and the tree has completely burned down, eucalyptus stumps will thrive on the ashes and I am not kidding… within 3-4 months it will grow branches about 4-5 feet high! Hoping you stay safe guys. You are right about the bomberons….they risk their lives. Stay safe!
I noticed here in the states our electrical company has a saw that is on a long pole and is electrical runs off of the battery and it saws branches that are hard to reach from the ground. That might work better than being on a ladder with a chainsaw!
Our hearts are with you... we're doing the same thing here in BC Canada, fire proofing our property and hoping against all hope that this isn't the year our little gulf island burns down. There is evidence of a wildfire still on our land from the 1930's, so we know it's a possibility... Stay strong!
So glad you two are safe. ❤😊
brilliant idea to use the tile around your skylight to protect your roof. praying and giving thanks for portugal, your safety and continued blessings. 🕊
Glad to see you guys are safe. I'd lose sleep over a fire so close by. Great job on clearing the areas you thought could be a threat to ur property. ❤ sending much love from Colorado!
Glad fire was put out. Mr. Adventure was wearing a Rincon t-shirt 😊.
We must always pray for people on the front lines and for the people that support them! Always so much to do! Firefighters, police, paramedics, rescue people with animals, doctors, nurses, volunteers. People with knowledge able to help out! We must all be prepared to help in any way we can. …feed people, a place to rest, money to buy food and supplies and pray, pray, pray! Stay safe guys! …and get rid of the rest of those eucalyptus trees. Plant safer trees. Use sails etc…for shade. Stay strong! ❤️🙏🏼🥰😎👋🏻🇨🇦
Brittany, you are looking so much stronger!
so glad...we are feeling pretty tense here in British Columbia, Canada and still sad about Maui
Stay safe🙏
Loved your folded hands in prayer. 🙏🏻
Bless you all. It’s happened to me and my home but the wind changed. Thank God. I know your mind set. Keep up the good work. Mother Nature can be unpredictable.
Not to preach, but, "Stay & Defend," is the way to go! "Indian (backpack) fire pump," is worth looking into! Maybe 4-5 filled up with water (5-8 gallons depending on model) strategically placed around the property is a great idea for the future.
Glad your safe you’ve done a beautiful job of preparing the land
I live in BC and right now we are living with smoke from all the fires. We had bought a wasp fire sprinkler system for our roof that we will use to dampen the roof and all around the house .
We have all our important papers stashed in one place and we went around taking pics of everything. Our mountain that we live on has mostly deciduous trees which acts as a fire break. You can find lists of trees online that are better in fires. I hate to say but eucalyptus are the worst. Good luck to you!
Hi guys.
I have a suggestion for you roof skylight.
You actually can buy does roof tiles made of glass, you would eliminate the leak once and for all.
Hi guys. I live in Australia and have experienced wild fires. One thing you should consider is portable water pod with a portable petrol pump. I have a 1000L pod which I keep on standby on my tractor.
I will never argue with your wardrobe of the summer 👍😎
Vocês poderiam aproveitar os troncos velhos para a lareira no inverno...AÍ também faz muito frio 😊
Beautiful drone shot in end..please stay safe yall❤...fires are STILL breaking out on maui..Maui...
Prepare, get ur water tank...fire ext..,n95masks...RESPORRATOR forBrittany for breathing...
Drew great haircut ,looks very sharp😊...ty..be safe..GOD bless y'all..very hot in bama.
We live in a bushfire prone area in W Australia and know exactly how you feel. I hate summer, for that very reason. Two years ago we had the car packed ready to evacuate and were watching the Bushfire warning app very carefully. We were lucky. Many were not. Stay safe.
Hi,
If you plan to heat your future home with a wood burning stove, then I would recommend not burning the mulberry tree trimmings but rather processing them into firewood.
Good luck
You were so smart to do the clearing around the water mill when you first got there, or the worry would have been even greater. Glad you are safe.
You all went from Nomad to BIG TIME home owners! Homestead owners:) You all are truly doing an amazing job.
It’s a big switch. After 7-8 years of being nomads, this was exactly the change we needed.
You guys should move the lagoon closer to the house and build stairs where the steep hill next to the house is and have the stairs just sink into the lagoon. When you open the windows and look out from the house the lagoon right there would be so beautiful
Thats right baby, what doesn't kill you makes you stronger. ❤❤
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Sending positive energy your way…
Praise God. No fires near you this season. Next year you will be better prepared.
Yes, we look forward to more preparation in the wetter months ahead.
For safety sake, never drop start a chainsaw, always put it on the ground with your toes through the handle. When starting a saw theres a small chance of a kickback, if you are drop starting it and it kicks back, it will invariably hit you in the face with the chain. Chainsaws require a lot of respect, get training and get the correct PPE or you may live to regret it.
Stay safe, Brittney and Drew
Guys, You could make a deeper longer dam for the next fire season, Deeper to lower the evaporation. Think about more landscaping at the same time. I believe grapes grow well there too and many other fruit trees. Design your water runoff to go back into your dam, you will need a natural plant type filtration system, and no chemicals, they will harm your frogs etc. You know permaculture principles. Fantastic, love your adventures. Oh almost forgot the Bambi Buckets are about 2m round (minimum).
The law does not allow them to interfere with the stream, it's not theirs, it's public. They may get fined for what they already did..
I GASPED! when Brittany read out the text. So happy and grateful for you both!
I am so glad you are all safe and you share all your prep work to prevent tragedy at your home and for your neighbors ❤
Lots to be trimmed on the ground too!!!
When you eventually get around to adding a new roof, make sure you include gutters and downpipes which lead to rainwater tanks. That way you could also add a sprinkler system on the roof and pump which will provide you with added protection during the fire season. Don’t use plastic pipes as they can melt.
Usually fighting 1 big fire is doable but while this one was raging there was another in central Portugal and the 2 came right after another fire in Sintra so that was a crazy week but now it has been "calmer".
You guys having such good water source need to find even more ways to store it maybe even run *LEVADAS* like they have in Madeira island