If you are like me and keep up to date with the news, you'll have already heard about the devastating tornado that ripped through Oklahoma without a care in the world. It didn't care who or what was in its path with the only mission of causing destruction and mayhem in an unsuspecting, and innocent city, Moore affecting more than 55,000 people. That's the thing about natural disasters, it doesn't care if you are rich or poor, young or old, sick or healthy; it takes away as much as it gives.
The tornado that tore through the city lasted a whopping 45 minutes on the ground has feared to have taken 91 lives, including those of 20 young, and undeserving children that had their whole lives ahead of them. The current death toll stands at 5 120 are being treated in hospital with many others supporting the scars, both physical and emotional, of the terrible disaster.
Horrifying for us to hear about, a school was affected during the ordeal with teachers being the sole saviour for lots of children with their role being extended to having to lead children to safety. The tragedy is unimaginable to us, those that do not have tornadoes or hurricanes and we can't picture the devastation that was left behind in the wake of the tornado. There just wasn't enough time for people to get out of the way and take cover.
I woke up to the story and couldn't believe my eyes when I read the details. Mother Nature is a cruel mistress and as beautiful and wonderful as she is at times, she gives us a stern reminder of those we are not in control of everything in this lifetime.
One of the most heart wrenching videos that was sent to me just shows part of the devastation from the eyes of a survivor and the miracle that is finding a survivor amongst the rubble, let alone that of her own dog despite all odds. The physical cuts are visible to see on the elderly lady and as we watch, we view but we can't begin to internalise what must be going through her mind. It simply is amazing and heart-warming.
I hope that everyone in Oklahoma is safe tonight and those lost get reunited with their families. We must remember to cherish each day with those we love for we never know what is round the corner. All prayers and heartfelt thoughts go out to those affected.
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