Impish Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 The town of Slave Lake, Alberta has basically, as we understand it, burned down. Wolf's on his way home from work to head up to the evacuation point. I've managed to track down one cousin, his uncle and aunt. No idea wth we're going to do...our place is so small, 4 adults and 3 more kids seems impossible with one bathroom, but we need to do something...anything has to be better than a gym floor... Pray for all those touched by this, please http://edmonton.ctv.ca/servlet/an/local/CTVNews/20110516/edm_slavelake_update_1105116/20110516/?hub=EdmontonHome Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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thescrappyhomeschooler Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Oh my goodness! Hope everyone is okay. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted May 16, 2011 Author Share Posted May 16, 2011 WE don't know. One cousin is in the shelter, uncle and aunt on their way, their son is still unaccounted for, as well as his wife and dd. Those are the ppl I know of off the top of my head. I'm assuming that the cousin has her dh and children with her, of course. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
*Lulu* Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sweetstitches Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 praying Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
RoughCollie Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 :grouphug: and prayers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Oh my goodness! Praying for you, your family and all involved! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elise1mds Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 My skin is tingling as I read this, and it makes me want to cry. I'm so sorry. I hope everyone is found safe. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Punks in Ontario Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Praying for all of you. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jamee Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Hopeing everyone is ok. My dad has always joked about moving to Slave Lake, he'll be sad to hear this news. Take care, our thoughts are with you. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommyfaithe Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Oh my goodness! Praying for you, your family and all involved! Me too....we would squish squash as best we could. :grouphug::grouphug: Faithe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Impish Posted May 16, 2011 Author Share Posted May 16, 2011 ok, we've heard from the uncle. He's actually in our city, as the emergency shelter was full, they were transferred here. Wolf's waiting to hear from him again to go get him and his wife. He has a leg injury, and a nurse there is to change his bandages before he leaves. Its not from the fire, its a long term issue. We've lightening quick cleaned the house, reorganized...when a neighbour gets home, we'll be asking him to help carry up a cot from the basement. The uncle has mobility issues, his leg, so its a bit concerning, since our only bathroom is up a flight of stairs. Wolf's gone out to hit the day olds at Safeway, get some quick things, we don't know when they've eaten last. When he gets back, the kids and I are heading to the mall, b/c, believe it or not, we don't have enough dishes for 2 extra ppl. One of those things we've put off. We don't know what they managed to get before evacuation, so may have to take them shopping for clothes as well. My credit card is going to take a major hit, I'm glad we have that resource though...otherwise, we'd be hooped. Found out the cousin we haven't located doesn't live in Slave Lake, but fairly close by...here's praying that he's not in an evacuation zone. Haven't heard from the other cousin as of yet, so we don't know if she and her family need a place to stay or if they'll be staying where they are. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Wow. I read some articles and it's unfathomable to me that it wouldn't occur to professionals that the wind could actually shift and put so many people in harm's way. Those poor people. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Since your uncle needs medical care maybe they will be able to find him lodging sooner than others. Take care! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Gratia271 Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 The town of Slave Lake, Alberta has basically, as we understand it, burned down. Wolf's on his way home from work to head up to the evacuation point. I've managed to track down one cousin, his uncle and aunt. No idea wth we're going to do...our place is so small, 4 adults and 3 more kids seems impossible with one bathroom, but we need to do something...anything has to be better than a gym floor... Pray for all those touched by this, please http://edmonton.ctv.ca/servlet/an/local/CTVNews/20110516/edm_slavelake_update_1105116/20110516/?hub=EdmontonHome Will be praying for them!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted May 16, 2011 Author Share Posted May 16, 2011 It wasn't just wind shifting, the wind was going at 100 mph. Not much they can do with winds like that. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted May 16, 2011 Author Share Posted May 16, 2011 Just heard from the uncle. B/c of his health issues, he's being sent to a hotel. So, we'll be seeing him for meals, etc. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
newlifemom Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Wow Imp, I am praying for you and for Wolf's family. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 (edited) Well, technically, the article did say gusts of 100 kilometers per hour. Which is gusts of 62 mph... Either way, weather situations that produce gusts of 62 mph don't hit with no advanced warning. Neither weather nor fire is entirely predictable that is why professionals plan for what COULD happen in addition to what IS happening. Edited May 16, 2011 by unsinkable Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Starr Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 (edited) I'm glad they found a good place for your uncle and you can take care of what they need without worrying about the bathroom. Edited May 16, 2011 by Starr Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QuirkyKapers Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Wow! I will keep you in my prayers and you are still figuring everything out and waiting for answers. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Twilight Woods Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LidiyaDawn Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Well, technically, the article did say gusts of 100 kilometers per hour. Which is gusts of 62 mph... Either way, weather situations that produce gusts of 62 mph don't hit with no advanced warning. Neither weather nor fire is entirely predictable that is why professionals plan for what COULD happen in addition to what IS happening. Actually, winds shifting and getting a lot stronger sure can happen without warning and winds of that level aren't a regular occurrence around there, as far as I'm aware. I don't think it's fair to be criticizing the "professionals" in this community already.. this is still very much a crisis situation. Maybe we could just pray/send good thoughts/spread the word about ways that people can help/etc etc? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
QueenCat Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 Prayers and hugs and prayers. Glad they are taking the uncle to a hotel. Sounds like that will be better for him, with the bathroom issues. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Melissa in Australia Posted May 16, 2011 Share Posted May 16, 2011 :grouphug: My heart goes out to all people affected. Being Australian, I know how fast and awful bushfires can be. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AngelBee Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 So sorry. :( :grouphug: Praying Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
MariannNOVA Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Imp, what a terrible shock to you all. Don't over do -- let Diva do stuff -- you just point.:grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Neither weather nor fire is entirely predictable that is why professionals plan for what COULD happen in addition to what IS happening. You'd think the Black Saturday fires here couldn't happen, since we expect large parts of our country to be on fire each summer, but they still did happen. Disasters can be bigger than even the professionals imagine they could be without the benefit of hindsight. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: To those affected :( Rosie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CalicoKat Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 OH MY! :grouphug::grouphug: praying for everyone's safety. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 You'd think the Black Saturday fires here couldn't happen, since we expect large parts of our country to be on fire each summer, but they still did happen. Disasters can be bigger than even the professionals imagine they could be without the benefit of hindsight. :grouphug::grouphug::grouphug: To those affected :( Rosie Rosie, Please don't put words into my posts that aren't there. If there is a town that has fires to the south, fires to the east and a lake to the north, it is not hindsight to think IF the winds shift, the winds might block the only way out of town. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
jenL Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 :grouphug: Prayers for you all, Imp! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted May 17, 2011 Author Share Posted May 17, 2011 Last we heard, fire is still going. The 711 by the uncle's was gone before he left. Apparently, his wife refused to leave until the police came. So, rather than pack and get ready, they ended up leaving with zilch, not even his diabetes meds, or supplies. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KnitWit Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Oh dear! Praying for the diabetic situation! That could be serious! :grouphug: Praying here Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted May 17, 2011 Author Share Posted May 17, 2011 Oh dear! Praying for the diabetic situation! That could be serious!:grouphug: Praying here I don't know whats going on. I know he was seen by Red Cross nurses today, but thats all. Wolf went to take them dinner, so I'll know more when he's back. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SweetMissMagnolia Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 :grouphug: oh my hope everyone's safe Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Impish Posted May 17, 2011 Author Share Posted May 17, 2011 News reports have said that miraculously, there have been no fatalities. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Rosie_0801 Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 Rosie, Please don't put words into my posts that aren't there. If there is a town that has fires to the south, fires to the east and a lake to the north, it is not hindsight to think IF the winds shift, the winds might block the only way out of town. I'm not sure what words you think I'm putting into your mouth, but I'm not having a go at you; just talking! I really can understand how mistakes that look bleedingly obvious such as you've outlined above can happen. In our case, we (the people of our state) had lived through at least two summers in recorded memory where most of the state was on fire, so you'd think the authorities would have learned enough to prevent a third time, but that third time was so much worse that their previously well-honed responses weren't enough. In the situation you have described, any mug could see that problem coming. That doesn't necessarily mean that the infrastructure is in place to deal with it in time when dealing with weather conditions that are unusual for the area. I'm talking too much. I'll stop now. :grouphug: Rosie Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
unsinkable Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 I'm not sure what words you think I'm putting into your mouth, but I'm not having a go at you; just talking! I really can understand how mistakes that look bleedingly obvious such as you've outlined above can happen. In our case, we (the people of our state) had lived through at least two summers in recorded memory where most of the state was on fire, so you'd think the authorities would have learned enough to prevent a third time, but that third time was so much worse that their previously well-honed responses weren't enough. In the situation you have described, any mug could see that problem coming. That doesn't necessarily mean that the infrastructure is in place to deal with it in time when dealing with weather conditions that are unusual for the area. I'm talking too much. I'll stop now. :grouphug: Rosie Rosie, hugs back at you. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sparkle Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 :grouphug: Impish, hope everyone is OK, and bless you for helping them out. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Hankins3 Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 New to you, but adding my thoughts and praying for you and your family. :grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DaffodilDreams Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 So sad and scary. I hope you hear that all of your missing relatives are safe. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mazakaal Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 :grouphug:I hope everyone is okay. I'll be praying. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
elfgivas Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 i just read that 40% of the town has burned..... and the winds are still wild. dd who lives in edmonton is here in SoCal this week, where the wildfires the past few years have been visible from our house. having lived thru fires the past three years here in SoCal, i am prepared to offer grace and good intentions to the firefighters.... mostly, folks do the best they can.... and three weeks ago, there was snow still on the ground in alberta, for heaven's sake..... things are wet, and one wouldn't think it would burn like this, even with the winds! it is so very tough. i am glad you are there to offer support to your family. praying for firefighters tonight.... and for you! :grouphug: ann Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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Lizzie in Ma Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 The town of Slave Lake, Alberta has basically, as we understand it, burned down. Wolf's on his way home from work to head up to the evacuation point. I've managed to track down one cousin, his uncle and aunt. No idea wth we're going to do...our place is so small, 4 adults and 3 more kids seems impossible with one bathroom, but we need to do something...anything has to be better than a gym floor... Pray for all those touched by this, please http://edmonton.ctv.ca/servlet/an/local/CTVNews/20110516/edm_slavelake_update_1105116/20110516/?hub=EdmontonHome :grouphug::grouphug: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LidiyaDawn Posted May 17, 2011 Share Posted May 17, 2011 is one of a few currently making the rounds on facebook. :( Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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