Day 111 - Tuesday, October 18, 2016

Last Sunday our missionaries were in lock-down because Typhoon Karen landed in the boundaries of our mission.  It was almost one year to the day that Typhoon Lando hit.  Karen came on shore near Baler and the winds were close to 130 mph.  The rest of the mission received various amounts of rain and wind.  We were lucky that there wasn't more flooding and damage.  All missionaries were safe and it was more irritating for many that they were asked to stay inside.  

Typhoon Haima is right behind.  It most likely will arrive on Thursday.  Our northern areas will receive some wind and rain.  The rest of the mission will receive various amounts of rainfall.  We are always vigilant as we know that weather patterns are known to change.  In the Philippines all have learned to be prepared to weather the storm.