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| Elder Thomson had fun checking the chainsaws |
With hurricane season right around the corner, we have been instructed to get the emergency container in working order. Chainsaws need sharpening. Generator needs repair. First Aid kits need updating. More equipment needs to be added, such as hammers, bow saws, rope, and eye/ear protection. We have spent several full days preparing the container. We hope there is not a hurricane, but we must prepare.
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| Emergency container The container has been tidied up and repair work is being done.
Tsunami risk is rated extreme according to National Emergency
Management Office. This is because Tonga lies 200 km west
of the Tonga Trench fault zone. This area is a potential source
for a marine landslide caused by an earthquake or volcanic
eruptions which could trigger a tsunami. Tonga also lies in the
Pacific Ring of Fire that runs around the Pacific Ocean and
where most seismic activities occur.
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It is not uncommon for a tsunami to effect Tonga. When we are home at Liahona we are on a high point of the island. However, at work in Ma'ufunga, we are across the street from the ocean. Our route is a 2 kg run/walk from the office.
We will keep Tonga and it's safety in our prayers. As you mention it is good to be prepared but it is even better if you never need to use the supplies.
ReplyDeleteI'm just catching up on your blog. I have to say it makes me nervous that you're serving in an area where hurricane preparation is necessary, but I know that you're where you need to be and you will be blessed.
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