sad and scary!

According to the weather channel, more than 100 casualties, and more than 100 injuries. From what i can gather, most of these were from Leyte, we do have a lot of members from there, and my continued prayers for all of the Philippines.

Heavy rain and flooding is inevitable. Some areas are without communication, and the toll is expected to rise.

Taken from earlier CNN reports and this report. (the audio is bad, but the video shows major destruction. http://www.weather.com/news/weather-hurricanes/super-typhoon-haiyan-latest-news-20131108

I was just watching Global BC and the segment was
also about a large community in Winnipeg Ca
of about 60,000 that are already around
the table in/for support and relief aid.
many don't no the status of family.
continuing prayers and support.

Heartbreaking...

Thanks Jamie and to all the Minglers here for your continuous prayers and support to all the victims of "Yolanda" typhoon particularly in the areas of Tacloban City, Iloilo, Cebu & other areas in the Visayan region. Tacloban City had experienced worst. I'm still blessed that I'm far from these areas. Our country had experienced a lot of devastating calamaties like the quake that striked Bohol, typhoon in Zamboanga after MNLF terrorism attack & the latest, storm surge and strongest typhoon this year. We are always thankful that we're slowly recovering after every devastating event our country faces. I'm so much thankful for all your help, to all the people around the globe, for your prayers, donations, aid & many other things you've given. May God continue to bless each of us!!!


Riza from GenSan

X 100

Skype calls into the neighborhood church from there says that the damage to any of the smaller structures is extensive. Most of the people tried to prepare and appreciate the technological support and intervention efforts. They are holding on hoping that those who can will continue to be supportive to business and tourism. What looks like will be a massive effort to recover from the earthquakes and storms may take time but young and old are already cleaning up as best they can in clearing skies.

I have friends in Cebu and although have texted them.. I'm still waiting for responses.. keeping my fingers crossed that they and their families got out okay..

More than 1,000 feared dead Article and vid posted about 40 minutes ago...


http://www.weather.com/news/weather-hurricanes/super-typhoon-haiyan-latest-news-20131108

I saw that, and other footage, the damage and loss of life is heartbreaking.

Mark, this is just killing me...Over 1200 and counting...Haiyan was even worse than predicted, devastating...Here is some information on how anyone can help and also info on how to contact friends or family members in the Philippines...

HOW YOU CAN HELP

.. The American Red Cross has volunteers spread throughout the region and accepts donations online. You can also mail a check to your local American Red Cross chapter designating Philippines Typhoons and Flood in the memo line.

.. The U.N. World Food Programme is urging Americans to make donations to support its emergency food relief after Typhoon Haiyan. You can donate online or by texting the word AID to 27722 to donate $10.

.. AmeriCares is deploying medical aid and a relief team to Philippines, and says an emergency shipment with enough medical aid for 20,000 survivors is already on its way.

.. The Philippine Red Cross has deployed staff and volunteers across the region. You can easily make a donation through organization's website.

.. To donate to the Salvation Army's Typhoon Haiyan relief efforts, visit its website or text TYPHOON to 80888 to donate $10 and reply YES to confirm your donation. The organization uses 100% of all disaster donations in support of disaster relief.

.. Looking for someone in the Philippines area that is in your family or a friend? Google has launched a person finder for the storm, also known as Yolanda in the Philippines, where you can try and find out someone's whereabouts or enter your own information.

http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2013/11/09/haiyan-how-you-can-help/3484467/

Hi Riza
I was sure happy my message was able to find
you & find you well,thanks for getting back promptly & Posting here. I just Was listing to
Leigh's link (thanx Leigh ;) unbelievable winds of
230 mph = 380 KMH,I understand most casualties were
from flooding,very sad.
we all continue to support and pray for all.
I have been lucky to have the pleasure of talking
to both you and Jo privately and you both are
a couple of real cool & classy Ladies and I see
Ponys English lessons have really paid of for you
two,Bonus! You two are starting to exceed the
Master.I'm pretty sure they won't buy
that BS..not this time; that's chunky soup;)
truth of it is your two could teach me..and maybe a
bit of class..lol
the storm "Yolanda" is ironically the name of my
last GF *pony sees a jk but in restraint breaks
both of his thumbs..& says they will have to fill in the _ _ _ _ _ _*
my very best
Jamie

Thats awesome Leigh!
that's just sexy..your are such a class act.
you and mg are like our "house parents"; the
voices of reason, actually we are very lucky
as there is so many people to mentor from here
I've been doing my trade for 23 years and we learn
everyday..as I do here,so I never have a doubt
I'm in the right place.
Leigh I would have liked you to be my Confidant
but I already blabbered it all over the internet ;)

Thanks for posting the correct info to make it easy so everyone can do something to help in this terrible disaster. Gifting a friend, or mentor, or someone who already has more stuff than they can ever use by gifting in their name is a great way to celebrate the upcoming season. Even if it is a dollar it adds up.

Many of the multitude of Phillipino's all over the world will be doing local fundraisers where you can donate items for sale, buy great food, enjoy the culture, and support the extended families that are agonizing during this difficult time.

thank you Jamie and minglers for your concerns, we only have a minor effect of the typhoon, only experienced signal#1. please let us concentrate on prayin the places who were greatly affected by this typhoon especially the Visayas region. My hometown Cebu, i cant contact my relatives due to telecommunication failure. once again thank you minglers.

winlei

I too would like to say stay safe as you can, especially with the downed power lines after the storm.

The Philippines have my prayers.

Prayers for all in the Philippines.. My stepson lives there but not where they got the direct hit. He and his family are ok and have been able to keep in touch thru this and the earthquake...

i have not heard frm my mom,sister,brothers,nieces and daughter since Friday night...telecommunications are down till now...i cldnt sleep for two nights now...my heart is weeping...im so far away and i miss them...they say Borongan was partially damaged but im still restless bec i havent heard frm my family...thank u for d prayers.

@ Pony and PacificStar, Hugs xx and YW...Luvs ya both!

Latest update posted 2 hours earlier...

http://www.usatoday.com/story/news/world/2013/11/09/typhoon-haiyan-philippines-vietnam/3483099/