December 19, 2011

Sun and rain

looming storm clouds and a golden sunset
I guess this photo is a good summary of the kind of weather we have in the Philippines—sun and rain, that's it. It's just a matter of degree.

The Mindanao cities of Iligan and Cagayan de Oro, and smaller towns around them, have been devastated by floods caused by Typhoon Sendong (international code: Washi) and the death toll is now more than 500. If you can spare a little, please help the 8000 families who have been affected by the floods. The most convenient way to donate is online through the Philippine Red Cross' website but if you want to know about other options, please leave a comment and I will try to give you more information. Thank you.

7 comments:

alex said...

beautiful!

Dina said...

I wish you much sun and no more typhoons, Hilda.
We watch the news with such sadness as the death toll rises. God bless the people who have lost so much.

lunarossa said...

So sorry this has happened again, Hilda. Hop you and your family are well. Thanks for the Red Cross link. Hope everybody will contribute to help. All the best. Ciao. A.x

Ken Mac said...

Thanks for the link. Stay well

Dave-CostaRicaDailyPhoto.com said...

The flooding in the Philippines has made the news here in the USA and I hope many people help support the relief efforts.

brattcat said...

we've been following the reports. we're so sorry to learn of this terrible disaster. the stories we hear are simply heartbreaking.

Oakland Daily Photo said...

The tragedy of Iligan has been big news here. I hope they relieve some relief soon.