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Situation Report: Hurricanes Harvey & Irma; Mexico Earthquake September 12, 2017

Dear Friends,

In a very short period of time, we have witnessed several cataclysmic events that have brought tremendous loss and grief to thousands.  The gracious and generous response of many has enabled Hope Force International (HFI) to respond to the hurricanes in Texas and Florida...and the recent earthquake in Mexico. 

Hurricane Irma Response

As wind and rain from Hurricane Irma continues to move inland -- soaking the southern states --  it does so while leaving a 500-mile trail of destruction in the gulf coast areas. Millions are without power in the aftermath of the most powerful hurricane to hit Florida in the last decade. 

A Hope Force advance team arrived in Florida today, preparing the way to receive teams tomorrow. 

 

 

 

Hurricane Harvey Response: Houston, Texas

While the country reels at the impact of Irma, thousands in Texas are still waiting to return to their devastated homes from the flooding that occurred by Hurricane Harvey. 

HFI teams continue their relief efforts in the greater Houston area with flood remediation and Emotional & Spiritual Care (ESC). The impact of what the "Ministry of Presence" is all about can be seen by Frank -- a grateful homeowner our teams were able to serve. 

We invite you to watch this short, compelling video from the field as Frank shares from his heart what it has meant to have the help of Hope Force teams.

 

Mexico Earthquake

Mexico was shaken last Thursday by an 8.2 magnitude earthquake. It is the largest earthquake recorded in Mexico in the last 100 years.  Damages in the southeastern part of the country are of great magnitude, where more than 90 people lost their lives, thousands of homes have been affected and at least 800,000 people suffer because of the impact of this earthquake -- mainly in the states of Oaxaca and Chiapas.


Hope Force International, and the Hope Force team in Mexico, have been evaluating the needs and making the necessary preparations to respond in support of our neighbors in need.


Hope Force team members are already in Juchitan, Oaxaca -- one of the municipalities most affected by the earthquake -- establishing the base from where we will be working and coordinating support to the Damnficada population.

 

Looking for a way to get involved?

HFI is ready to help equip you!  Currently, there are more than 1,600+ HFI Reservists -- yet there is a need for many more.  We need all skills -- all ages...and there is a place for you!  As a part of our commitment to provide a pathway of service for willing responders, HFI is offering our next disaster responder training intensive in beautiful middle Tennessee (near Nashville).  The course will commence the evening of September 21st and conclude no later than 5:00 pm, September 23rd.

CLICK HERE for more information on HFI's disaster reponder training intensive and/or to register.

Finally, please continue to pray for the disaster survivors and our HFI response teams. We extend our heartfelt gratitude to all who have contributed to our recent relief efforts -- whether through service or financial gifts.  Together, we are able to bring God's tangible love and hope through compassionate action!