Pole dancing has become a popular way for many people to keep fit. The workout involves using a floor-to-ceiling pole, building up the strength of your core so that you can swing around the stationary object with ease. But just because it’s gaining traction with those who are looking for a fun way to spice up their workout, it doesn’t mean that it’s for everyone.
For example, one renter in Texas has learned the hard way that incorrectly installing your pole can cause more than just a bad workout; it can actually damage your home… and in this case, the homes of others as well.
That’s because she accidentally flooded her apartment and others in her building when the pole she was using came loose, taking out the apartment’s sprinkler system.
Now, her story is going viral, and people can’t stop talking about how something like this can happen.
A Woman’s Pole Dancing Video Goes Viral After She Floods Her Home
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A Texas renter’s story is getting national attention after a workout session went awry recently. A New York affiliate of ABC News shared the video, which featured a Houston woman watching an instructional video for pole dancers. But when it came time to use the lessons she learned on the screen, she quickly found out that her pole hadn’t been installed correctly.
Instead of supporting her weight, it immediately fell over, taking the apartment’s sprinkler head with it. A flood of water came crashing down on her as she ran for cover, and she could be heard yelling in the background as she tried to figure out what to do. “Immediately, I’m in shock because I’m like, ‘Oh my gosh, this cannot be happening to me,'” Asha Gilbert told reporters.
According to her, the water completely damaged her apartment and the one underneath her, and she had to move to another area of the building. The story has been picked up by several outlets, including Fox News and CBS News. But the good news is that Gilbert is embracing the viral video, and TMZ reports that she even created a meme celebrating her newfound fame.
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This Story Highlights Why It’s Important to Carry Renter’s Insurance
According to the insurance company Lemonade, renters do carry some liability when their apartment floods, depending on the reason why. For example, the company says that typically your landlord will be on the hook for damage that is caused by the building’s plumbing, like if a pipe breaks or if the issue comes from a system that is shared between tenants.
However, flooding that is caused by a neighbor’s negligence becomes a bit trickier. In a situation like this, Gilbert could conceivably be responsible for the damage to her downstairs neighbor’s stuff, depending on a few different factors. That being said, this highlights one of the many reasons why renter’s insurance is important, even if you’re living inside of a major apartment complex. As you can see, you just never know what could happen.