This is Carol whose house I helped work at today. She is in her laundry room and you can see the mud all over the floor. She got 5 ft. of water downstairs and lost all her kitchen appliances & pretty much whatever else was downstairs. I couldn't believe how calm she was as we hauled out her oven, fridge, washer, dryer, etc. to haul to the dumpsters. She said the water knocked her refrigerator on its back.
Taking their fridge to the dumpster.
You can see the water line on the window of the house.
Our Stake also fed close to 225 of the volunteers.
This is one of the homes that the mudslide pushed right into the street.
Many of us decided we needed to go home and "dejunk" after helping clean several different homes this week. Monday we helped a family from our ward who got 3-4 inches of water in their basement. I got really good at ripping out wet carpet & hauling it outside. My washer has been getting a lot of extra use from helping these people do their wash. I know these are hard times for all those involved, but everyone was so appreciative of all the service that was rendered. I feel so blessed that all was well in our home and that we have the health and strength to help others. It also makes me grateful I'm a member of the church that has taught me to BE PREPARED!! Some of the people we helped have been eating out all week, because they have no food.
Thank you for all your service! You did a nice job capturing the experience! It was great to see so many volunteers! There were a lot of people serving! However, it was heart wrenching to see and hear the victims and their stories! Our thoughts and prayers go out to all those that have been affected!
ReplyDeleteHoly cow!!! Didn't realize how serious it was! Can't believe those homes ripped right off of their foundations!! Yes, it brings added comfort to be prepared as much as you can! I'm sure they all appreciated your service!
ReplyDeleteWow. That makes me so sad to see so many home destroyed. I am sure many are heartbroken at this time of losing their homes and possessions. But I am sure they appreciated all of the loving help that people like you gave. Those are amazing pictures and a great reminder to always be prepared.
ReplyDeleteWhat a heart-breaking turn of events. It truly humbles us to even read this post and realize how temporary all our "treasures" are. We are grateful for your example and support of these good people.
ReplyDeleteI agree with Jan, our earthly treasures are so temporary and yet it is easy to make them so important in our lives. So thankful you are safe and able to provide service and help to those in need. You're photos, especially the one of the house pushed into the street, are heartbreaking.
ReplyDeleteI can't believe that one house was pushed into the street! Five feet of water is a lot to be in one house and I bet they were appreciative for all of your help. Good job to all of you for putting in the time and love to clean things up! I can't imagine losing lots of your possessions and having a house full of mud and water.
ReplyDeleteWow! That is crazy. How sad for those people that lost their homes and everything. I bet your service was greatly appreciated.
ReplyDeleteHow very sad. I know I was upset when I had my little flood in my basement and when cleaning that up we found termites. I did get rid of over half the junk in that room. We really have to count our blessings 1 by 1. Someone is always worse off then you! My prayers go out to the families.
ReplyDeleteI am so glad I have been catching up on your blog. I didn't even know about your flood. We don't get a lot of news here. What a blessing that people came together to help each other. Good thing they had good backs.
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