It has been a sad couple of days. I just found out that my hometown, Cagayan de Oro in Philippines was badly devastated by Typhoon Sendong. I never realized the severity of the damage it caused until some friends shared several photos. To date, there are over 500 confirmed dead and the number is growing. I am thankful that my family and relatives are all safe although some of them were flooded and lost all of their belongings. Safety is most important among other things, that I am so thankful about; however, my heart goes out to the people who lost their love ones. When mother nature strikes there’s not much we can do. Below are some of the photos my friends shared.
This first photo below was taken in Iligan City, another neighboring city 1.5 hours away from Cagayan de Oro, also badly flooded.
One Hundred Seventeen people confirmed dead in Cagayan de Oro alone
OMG, poor people….
But great shots!
Sorry to hear about this tragic event but I’m glad your family made it to safety. The photos are very moving and hope recovery and help come soon.
Thanks Sunshine. I hope so too. It breaks my heart to see those people who lost their love ones and those who lost their lives.
I’m so sorry – Pics broke my heart!
Same here….very sad.
So sorry to see this, hope everything is OK for your family and friends.
Jim
Thanks redjim! They are all safe although some of them lost everything yet grateful to be alive.
Sorry to hear about your hometown. My prayers are with your family and friends in this time of recovery
Thanks Ashly..