About 7 tornadoes were reported in Northern Colorado today. Fort Collins was one of the city's potentially in the path of several tornadic storms cells. I watched their progress on radar from work.
Windsor CO was badly hit.
For more about the Windsor tornado and damage go here.
I received two emails from friends before I realized that this was happening in South Africa. Violence erupted in Alex against foreigners who are believed to take jobs. The violence then spilled over into Johannesburg and Durban. 24 people have been killed, scores wounded and thousands have sought refuge in Churches and police stations.
Here are some moving photos of refugees in the Central Methodist Church in Johannesburg sent to me by my friend, Alison van Molen (DA Councillor, Ward 102)
"Trying to the best they can"
Central Methodist Babies Sleeping
Central Methodist Sleeping on the Floor
Jeppe Police Station - Monday
Food, blankets and baby food donations are pouring in.
Money donations are welcome. (I don't think donations from overseas will get through due to SA's foreign exchange rules, but it never hurts to try.)
MONEY DONATIONS CAN BE MADE TO:
Randburg Methodist Church
Standard Bank Randburg
A/C: 021649995
Branch Code: 01800590
Yesterday we went to Barry's open house. Barry is an artist who uses produce stickers as sticker art. His original masterpieces are on display. He does sell prints of his work at more affordable prices.
Here are some photos of our visit.
This is a photo of Barry with some of his work.
Barry is well known by locals in Erie for his unusual bicycle.
This photo is a close up of one of his art works.
Hilarious.
I love Indecision 2009.
What a year it has been.