TOMAS

Tropical storm TOMAS is now coming right over the southwestern part of Haiti.  That is where we are.  So a weather advisory has been broadcast and we will likely see the worst of the storm tomorrow or Saturday.  According to our research and talking with the locals a tropical storm is kind of like a blizzard in Canada.  An ice storm would be like a hurricane.  So we will get a lot of wind and rain.  We will be doing some preparations as many of the staff and worship team will come to Haiti Arise to get to higher ground and be protected inside the walls.  We will prepare the school for people to stay in. 

We also thought it would be a good idea to let all of you know that the likelihood of the internet being down during the storm is high.  So if you don't get a blog or email from us please don't worry.  We will let you know how things are as we can.

For those that missed the link the last time and want to follow the storm go the the following link http://www.nhc.noaa.gov/refresh/graphics_at1+shtml/023213.shtml?tswind048?

If you zoom in and can see the little island in the middle of the Haiti horseshoe we are directly south of that island in Grand Goave.

Please pray for the people of Haiti, especially those that are still living and sleeping in tents, which are the majority.  Large amounts of rain and possible flooding will not help their situation.