How I Survived The Beirut Explosion | Minutes With |
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- čas přidán 3. 08. 2021
- We sat down to talk to Fadi Kanaan who survived Beirut explosion on the 4th of august 2020. He told us about the devastating blast, saving his best friends life and the aftermath of what happened on that tragic day
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Is there any way, any way at all possible for you to put Fadi and the others on here who have shared their incredible stories, who are suffering from PTSD to put them in touch with Imperial College of London's David Nutt or Robin Carhart Harris they have done studies with Psilocybin and Ptsd it's helped some people tremendously, not sure if they're are doing any study trials right now but heart goes out to all these people and what they've been through. Exploring psilocybin therapy myself here in Canada and really seeing the benefits of it. Thank you for this series, truly have loved hearing everyone's stories.
I don’t wanna be a Debbie downer and I understand that I don’t exactly live in Beirut (I live in Liverpool, England)
However, I just couldn’t help point to the fact that by definition, didn’t I also survive the explosion. I’m not exactly in Russia , it easily could’ve affected me as it did with Fadi.
I just thought I should bring that up, it’s slightly confusing me to be honest haha.
Look forward to a reply!
-Michael
@@MichaelJ44 how can you say you survived an explosion in another country to where you actually are? Your comment is so bizarre I doubt every detail in it including where you are. It’s no surprise you have pic of Putin on your profile and making misinformation posts about England and referencing Russia on a video about Libya. You Russian troll farms are getting desperate.
Please send the videos he took
@@global001
Maybe he's trying to sympathize with you went through
Like saying the whole world is with you
The way he described the sound gave me chills. It sounded like the earth was murdered....
If our governments ever decide to launch nukes, I have a feeling many of us will experience that sound ten fold
Exactly my thought
@@davidboucher6060 don't...
@@zeitgeist909 dont what?
@@davidboucher6060 dont talk about the govt launching nukes- thats what he meant
I'm a lebanese that lives in lebanon.
This explosion didn't just affect the people who were around the explosion, it also affected nearly every lebanese citizen, like me for example, i lost a friend in there and nearly lost my mom.
That whole week, everything just felt like some psychological horror experience that's too surreal, i really hope no one ever has to go thru something like that.
My your friend rest in peace- he/she is a great person
May they Rest In Peace 🕊🕊 x
We are all with you in our hearts my friend! Love from Germany 🇱🇧❤️🇩🇪
I didn't know that, RIP.
I’m sorry about your friend and happy you and your Mom are okay. That blast was indeed surreal. I hope things get better for you soon.
I'd like to say to Fadi, about his survivor guilt - if you had not survived, Joe would almost certainly not have survived either, and all the people you helped while getting Joe to hospital might not have been helped by anyone else, and the girl who lost an eye, she might have sat next to someone who would have freaked out and said "Oh my God you've lost your eye, it's horrible!" Your survival has helped a bunch of people. You're a good man, and you did good.
"Something had murdered the earth and the earth was roaring back from pain" literally broke my heart man 🥺🥺🥺
Tf
why cant people understand that quotes are supposed to say exactly what the person said
This was the most horrific description I've heard. So profound. So fucking terrifying.
@@michelletrimmer6750 it's because it was loud,really loud.At 350 meters away it may have reached 200 decibels (I was 5km away from the blast.despite taking 15 seconds to arrive to me,it was as loud as a thunderbolt striking right besides you,which is around 120 decibels)
@@Xerxes2528 I’m so sorry you went through that, no one should.
Fadi, you're a good human. How disappointing that there's been no path to justice from the Lebanese government. The world is watching. Take care, from Australia 🇱🇧💙🇦🇺
no way i’m lebanese and australian ❤️so glad to see other people care
@@robertgoraieb9838 i love y'alls food
but the gangs are going out of control in some areas
y'all don't play
@@robertgoraieb9838 Alot of people around the world cared brother
@@tp8615 the media doesn’t show everything about the gangs and all . but im glad you love our food:)
@@robertgoraieb9838 true i think the govt is to be blamed for not taking action against the ice epidemic, peope are wilin out (of all races). i think of melbourne first thing that pops to ma head is meth heads, which is sad.
I went to the same school and uni as Fadi. Like so many young Lebanese, he's an amazingly brilliant guy who's potential is being stolen by an evil government. Much love Fadi, hope you're good wherever you are ❤️❤️❤️
Fadi is you see this it's me Camille :)
I hope he sees your comment! I'm sure it would be lovely for him to have a catch up with people from school/uni. ❤
Thanks to Saudi Arabia and the usa/israel
@@starfthegreat I really hope one day he sees this comment and you guys can somehow figure out how to meet up!
His calmness with telling this story and describing what he saw and went through is amazing. He is disturbed by it but he knows it’s crucial that the world hears it. I salute this man
Yes he was calm but when he would pause thats him either figuring out what to say or calming his emotions
It's because we are used to it
Most definitely.
These interviews are some of the best things on CZcams. We see this on the news from a distance, But this man has done so well explaining the real impact this had on people. Thank you for sharing.
Exactly, seeing and hearing just one person talking about a situation has so much impact. Just like a lot of other people that were interviewed
Hi, thanks for your concern. 😔 I’m Fadi’s publicist, and unfortunately we aren’t taking anymore questions or requests at this time. Fadi is a brave man and we appreciate you taking the time to acknowledge that Damien. Have a good day
Wow, sounds like this guy handled everything perfectly. Props to him and his friends.
sometimes you just don't have a choice, except to pick yourself up and carry on...
sometimes you just don’t have a choice, except to pick yourself up and carry on…
sometimes you just don’t have a choice, except to pick yourself up and carry on…
sometimes you just don't have a choice, except to pick yourself up and carry on...
sometimes you just don't have a choice, except to pick yourself up and carry on...
The world has to know this: 220 people have died ,more than 7000 were injured , a city was destroyed,kids still till this day can't sleep at night, people lost there hands and arms and eyes for what? Why? Justice needs to be made 🇱🇧❤
This is what corruption does, it kills people...
My family were two hours away from Beirut when the explosion happend some were even in Beirut luckily they all survived but with a hefty bill to pay for the glass
The world k ows already
His narrative of survival sent a chill through my spine. To see someone with no eye or a cheek got off the face is frightening. I hope Lebanese people get justice for this explosion.
I hope Indian Occupied Kashmiri find peace too.
:L
Peace for all. God will have peace one day.
@@otoos1284 I don’t want to argue with the likes of you !
@@devanshincanada moan :L
Unfortunatley, Lebanese people are hostages of a terror group. It is more likely than ever that this terror group will be blamed soon for the explosion. I hope Lebanon will be free. PEACE.
Man, you held your nerve, you helped people, you saved your friend, and you survived. Well done
Indeed. What an excellent human being.
A true warrior. ❤️🙌
They were living their normal lives, everyone around this place. No one should have to experience this and all of a sudden thousands of people's lives changed, and I am inspired by Fadi and everyone who went through this. Amazing people and I only wish the best for everyone who has been through this tragedy.
this is exactly what the people of Yemen, Syria, Afghanistan, Palestine etc. go through almost every day. It's a sad world we live in
Unfortunately, we weren't and still not living a good life, the explosion was the cherry on top after a year of financial collapse which left more than 50% of the population below poverty rate.
@@Anonymous-rz6vq
Don’t Forget London
@@MichaelJ44 😂😂😂😂😂 what are you on about
@Asta Roth
Oh sorry I thought we were talking about explosions. What were you thinking? Budapest? Warsaw?
Can’t even imagine how terrifying it must have been to go through that. Fadi, you helped your friends and did what you could for those around you. Thank you for being an exemplary human.
The government knew about the ammonium nitrate was stored near the fire, and instead of start evacuating people they did nothing. All the firefighters who were blown to pieces while doing their job, and didn't have a clue about the danger is heartbreaking.
Just like world trade centre
This is what I was thinking - they knew that place would explode in case of fire, why not start evacuating people during the start of fire?
@@SacredDreamer Nobody knew the WTC would collapse, big difference
@@MaryJoyTaneo The Beirut port explosion killed 218 people, including nationals of Lebanon, Syria, Egypt, Ethiopia, Bangladesh, Philippines, Pakistan, Palestine, the Netherlands, Canada, Germany, France, Australia, and the United States..... rest assured, It was no mistake.
Wow - it sounded like something had murdered the Earth and the Earth was roaring back in agony and pain... That is an amazing description.
I live 15km away from the port, i was outside with my siblings and there were clear skies, and the ground suddenly shook and we heard like thunder. I was like wtf happened and my neighbor told us to go home and take cover, because we didn't know if it was an attack. We turned on the TV to see, well everything.
If he's not a writer or a poet, he should give it a serious try. There's talent.
R.I.P to everyone who lost their lives, or lost anyone they loved…. Can’t imagine what they went through😢
Amen
I’m lebanese, fortunate enough to live in denmark. When i heard about the explosion my heart dropped for my family in lebanon, but thank god nothing happened to them physically because of the explosions. What a brave man, may god protect you and your family🙏
Fadi, you're a poet. You made this unthinkable experience somehow universal and easier to access emotionally. I'm so glad you're still here.
Hi, thanks for your concern. 😔 I’m Fadi’s publicist, and unfortunately we aren’t taking anymore questions or requests at this time. Fadi is a brave man and we appreciate you taking the time to acknowledge that Meeghin. Have a good day
The Story Of Joe should be a movie. This man really had me on the edge of my seat tryna figure out if Joe made it or not. Glad he did
Typical benjamin comment xd
Benjamin you slime
Wow... That was incredibly powerful. He seems like such a humble guy too. I wish him and his friends a long happy life together
He's an awesome guy!
I’m sitting in my car watching this, almost crying that so many people went through this. You watch from half a world away, feel sorry, but never know the impact. What a wonderful man you are Fadi.
Same here 🙏🏻
Horrifying and heartbreaking. His words took me there and everyone should see this.
Lebanese no matter religion are generous, hospitable, honest and really good people, I know this from my personal lifelong experience - God bless them❤
Charge everyone responsible and put them away for life for being so reckless.
Eh it was the person that owned the ship that ruined our lives
@@tennoheikabanzai656 it was also the officials who cut the shipyard owners some slack.
His description of the sound of the blast was on point...when I was first trying to make sense of it in the aftermath, I remember describing it as sounding like the skies themselves were charging in through my window, and like thousands of people were screaming out all at once.
"It sounded like something murdered the earth and the earth was roaring back from agony and pain." - WHAT A DESCRIPTION, damn! good lad.
His explanation captured me completely. It was shocking and depressing to hear what he observed, but it was a very good ending to hear that he, and all of his friends, survived and are thriving now.
Think about that statement for a second. "the dust goes into the back of your eyes." Think about the physics of that. The pressure is so strong that when it hits you, your eyes being elastic actually go back further into your head and the dust flies in. Before it recoils back to normal. That's insane. Glad he made it out alive. Respect's to the firefighters & the others that didn't.
Honestly nothing has touched and shocked me this much in a long time like him telling his story and describing what happened...
that blast was absolutely insane, the shockwave was just like a small atomic bomb and there is so much footage of it. Seeing the wave hitting the buildings is wild. Glad he survived.
It was more powerful than a small nuke. The smallest nuke the US has, has a yield of 300 tons of tnt. That explosion had a yield of 500 - 1100 tons of tnt. Most of the power from the explosion went up in the sky and that's a good thing. If it had been an air burst, things would have been way worse.
It was an Israeli attack. Testing weapons on Lebanese and Palestinian civilians.
I cried for this man. Even though his friend made it, just going through all that is a nightmare.
Fadi is a really good friend. I watched that explosion on TV like everyone else. I was shocked but a week later there was something else in the news and life goes on. It’s nice to hear this story so you can really see how people’s lives are impacted. It’s a lesson that life can change in a instant and helping one another is really all that matters.
I remember sitting in my bedroom in Scotland when the videos came out of the explosion. They took my breath away, I don't think I've ever had the air sucked out of my lungs like that. I'd heard that description before, but never experienced it myself. I called my dad back in Ireland straight away and asked him if he'd seen it, and we were just in total shock. He spent a brief period of time in Beirut quite a few years ago, just over a summer working with students, but he loved the place and the people. And of course, the food! I've always been told about the food. My heart aches for you all - those immediately impacted, and the people of Lebanon in general. Lots of love to you all from Ireland 🇮🇪🍀♥️ Thank you so much for sharing your story, Fadi. I'm so glad to know Joe is okay.
I remember being next to ground zero in Manhattan back in 2001. This took me back there. The insanity that humans can do. This man is beyond strong.
@Nicolae Ceausescu No the other thing that happened at ground zero in Manhattan in 2001
1 year anniversary of the explosion, fitting it comes out today
that’s probably the reason why they posted it…
Crazy to me it's already been a year. Times rush by so fast lately, with all that's happening these past years...
@@pix_wbmr No way it’s been a year! Wow. This past year has gone by soooo quick it’s unbelievable
2+2=4
@@typicalguy2966 it hasn't been quick for the people still living there! It's horror..every day it's getting worse... no electricity, no water, the heat, it's hell on earth 😓
Man I hope that guy found his fiancé
Oh lord, i hope the same thing to him. I mean if he wasn't thinking twice to help them while he gotta find his fiancé..he must be that one in a million guy.
Hard to believe that was a year ago already.
It really shows how people coming together in crisis is what makes a difference, not people retreating to their bunkers to their ammo and MREs.
Another side of this (something Fadi touched on at the end) is something that most people are never tested enough to learn about themselves: your will gets you through things you would never imagine your body is capable of. It's different for everyone, but how you come through a crucible event like this can show you who you are today and shape who you become for the rest of your life.
Mad that this was a year ago, feels like yesterday
Ikr I could swear this year has gone in minutes
I am SO sorry for the Lebanese people that have to live with the consequences of that terrible explosion. I'm beyond thrilled for Fadi that he and his family and friends all survived. May God bless your life and the lives of everyone affected by this tragedy. Also, you speak English impeccably!
You are a brave soul to talk about what happened. Thats the worst, having survivor’s guilt. I can only apologise again. Much love from Ireland🇮🇪❤️
@Cian MacGana I met him in person.
@Cian MacGana I presume he is the interviewer
Man, prayers and love. I can't imagine how many times you relived this in your head, let alone retelling the story for people. We love you. Thank you for taking the time to share.
"it sounded like something had murdered earth and earth was roaring back with agony and pain" .. I draw parallels of this to nuclear weapons and consider what sort of life form we are on this planet. This description he made hit hard. I do not think I'll ever forget it.
Beautiful man. So articulate, intelligent, linguistically skilled, sensitive & masculine.
Where did the footage of the explosion come from if he hadn’t found his phone?
I don’t know where the footage came from but it’s definitely not from his phone. He was filming from the ground and the footage we see is from high up.
@@lynneslates2136 Not sure where it came from, but I remember the same footage being shown on news stations here in the US
There's lots of footage of the explosion.
This guy seems like such a well spoken man made it feel like I was there. Glad he survived.
ahh i remember that day, i was lucky to be up in the mountains, but i still felt the force, but nothing compared to those in beirut and in so grateful that i’m fine, but i feel so sad for those who are gone
Mountains are heroes
Most of my family were in the surrounding villages of Beirut some where in Beirut luckily they all survived but with a lot of hefty damages to repay
One of thousands on ordinary people who did extraordinary things in the minutes, hours, days and weeks after the explosion. My heart goes out to all the souls that were either lost or damaged that day.
There's a sort of exsistential terror to the fact at any moment a city can just... explode.
My heart goes out to everyone affected by this.
I wasn’t close to the explosion but the pain , suffering, tears, anger and confusion are still there 1 year later! This is sonething that will haunt us for life!Prayers to us lebanese people, we truly don’t deserve this🙏
Wow how heart-rending. I'm glad he's alive to tell us his story. Rest in peace to lives lost and healing for the wounded.
Thank you for sharing your story. I do hope that you and your family, friends and the wider community get the justice you rightfully deserve. Love from New Zealand.
I'm glad you're still with us, man. For real. Love to Lebanon from Wyoming.
Thank you ladbible for shedding light on this situation and on the horrific event that took place that day i know a lot of people that lost someone that are still fighting and demanding justice.
And to fadi i hope you will be able to control these memories even for a little bit i wish you all the best from your fellow lebanese
I've been left speechless what a great man I hope the best for anyone affected by this tragic event
Respect to you Fadi, recounting such a harrowing day is brave and I thank you for it
Thankyou mate for having the courage and strength to bring these nightmare memories back up, I hope Joe returns to some normality ( with help and strength from you) and hope there is some good times heading your way and to the beautiful people of Beirut. Love and support from Australia.
MASSIVE RESPECT to this guy! I hope you are back on track with your life and your mates are now ok! We need more people like you in this world! 👏
This really helped me understand the absolute terror on a level i haven't felt before.
What an amazing person. Such strength and compassion.
Thank you for sharing your story fadi
So moving and real , you played a key role in saving your friend and helped others too.
I’m proud of you.
I hope you recover in time from the scars and trauma caused
Your a good man.
Fadi…..your a great friend and human being, you did outstanding given the horrible incident that was thrown your way.people get wrapped up in politics and there own self existence, sending you and all of the Lebanese people prayers from texas . USA
This man is hero ! And the definition of composure 📺
This is the type of friend you want to have in your life! What an amazing guy… true angel and gentleman!
What a remarkable person. Ignoring entirely the astonishing actions on that day, that surely saved several lives, just how he talks about his friends speaks volumes. The joy of being able to report his best friend is doing "amazing". The man has a big heart.
A very level headed guy, that coped well with the terrible situation.
It's mad that when people tell their stories the moments they break down. For this guy it was when he knew Joe was safe and going to be OK... It shows you the points at which true emotion takes over and when re-telling a story it floods back in that moment.
This is one sobering and humbling interview to watch. No human being should ever have to endure a trauma like this.
I was in Beirut two days ago and saw with my eyes the effect of the blast, glad you made out alive.
Thanks Ladbible for creating such amazing interviews - I was wondering about this for a long time and wanted to hear their story of that day. 🙏🙏🙏
So sorry you and your friend and everybody in Beirut had to go through this . My prayers for everybody . Thank you for sharing this with us
This is one of the best series LADbible has ever done. Interesting and broad content, sensitively dealt with. Keep it stepping guys.
Amazing storytelling. I hope Fadi and all those involved will be able to get through the emotional trauma and PTSD that this must bring
dire situations spawn heroes, carved out of ordinary men by their fate.
And you, Fadi, what you did for everyone right after the blast, is heroic!
Those who survived that horrific event... they've all changed and look at life in a very very different way than us...this video was so emotional and had a strong message
What a lovely guy. Kind and well spoken. His description was stunning
Amazing story ! What a great guy, helping as much as possible in a situation that is so hard to imagine but happened all around him. So sad for those that suffered when it should not have occurred
Fadi, you’re an amazing friend and person. I’m glad you survived, and I’m so sorry you had to experience that. God bless the people of Lebanon. Sending off of my love and prayers from New Mexico, US 🙏🏼❤️
Hi, thanks for your concern. 😔 I’m Fadi’s publicist, and unfortunately we aren’t taking anymore questions or requests at this time. Fadi is a brave man and we appreciate you taking the time to acknowledge that Amy. Have a good day
I've watched a lot of these videos but this is the first one to make me cry, Fadi you seem like such a good and caring person, your care for your friends and others really moved me, I hope all is well and justice is served.
I love these minutes with videos. They are really eye opening. So underrated.
Just hearing this mans story scares the living hell out of me man. Prayers to everyone who is still rebuilding their lives due to this tragedy.
Thanks for sharing, it took a lot of bravery for you to bring us this story. You’re a great human being and thanks to this video, your bravery will be remembered.
I’m so grateful to hear you and your friends survived such a terrible ordeal, Mr Kanaan. I hope to god you and other survivors of such a horrific experience can find peace and comfort one day. You and all those effected by the explosion deserve justice. I hope peace happens for everyone and their families after this. Thank you for sharing,
Made me so happy to hear Joe survived. You're an amazing person Fadi. I hope life treats you and your people better after this horror.
Love the pic of friends, especially the friend on facetime! Including everybody! Brave souls!
This is a gorgeous man! So glad him & his friends made it out safe. Bless him & all the families of those who didn't make it. & I pray justice gets served. The gov should be ashamed of themselves.
im so glad you and your friends survived. thank you for sharing your story.
Incredibly kind heart. God bless him.
It's ok to cry dude. Thanks for telling your story
I was born in Beirut during the war. Thankfully, we fled when I was just a baby. I have always wonder what kind of life I would've had if we stayed. A part of me feels guilty that I got to be the lucky one to leave. God bless Lebanon and the Lebanese people who have suffered so much. God damn their government for their corruption and greed! Much love to you from Canada, Fadi. I can see that you're a good man and friend.
Your a brave and strong man . I admire your attitude and humility. All the best from Australia mate
I remember witnessing the explosion on live television from Canada, never been more frightened just seeing the explosion and bodies everywhere. I cannot imagine what it must’ve been like actually being there. Prayers and hope from Canada you all can recover. ❤️🇨🇦🙏
It’s amazing how fragile and yet how resilient the human body is.
Survivor’s guilt is the price we pay for living beyond what we thought we should - life is such a fragile, wonderful thing amidst all the chaos. You did several amazing, wonderful things for people that day. It’s okay to hurt. It’s okay to be angry. It’s okay to feel vengeful. I hope you feel every moment of joy you can even fathom, for the rest of your life.
One of the best I've watched. love this guy
Thank you for sharing your story. I cannot find the words for how this must have been to go through. Love to Beirut ❤️
His character is astonishing. Bless him
Thanks for sharing Fadi. What a crazy story. Glad you're alive and well!
You did an amazing job mate. Amazing. All my love to the victims of this disaster.
It is always extrordinary and deserving of the greatest admiration, when a person confronted with such a horrific event is able to gather their senses and act to help themself and others. Fadi had helped his friend and several other people on the way and also the doctors caring for patients. He's an example to all of us.
Bless this man and his friends.
I’m from Canada and my heart goes to all Lebanese people who lost their loved ones and suffered by this explosion. May the almighty be with you all. 🙏