Blanket them With Love -Flood&Cold Relief Thailand

Flooding again and  Roof Collapse 

Even as Saengchan , our volunteer had prepared herself , in readiness to help those in her district that usually face flooding during the rainy seaon, it was truly a shock to her and her family, when they themselves had to face the calamity, when a tree that was next to her house collapse and crashed in the roof , during the night.

The Wang Thong district in Phisanuloke, being on low level ground, perpetually faces flooding in that area, whenever the river banks broke. This time,as the water rose, the soil, which had seen repeated flooding, must have been so loose that that roots of the big tree that was next to Saengchan's house, could not hold itself and fell through the roof of her house.

What a it was for Saengchan's family , when it happened in the middle of the night. Fortuanately, no one was hurt in the incident. The surrounding areas were also flooded, and Saengchan made her way to survey damages that had affect the neighbourhood, and report to us the immediate needs of the families that were needing help.

Basic neccessities were quickly distributed and financial aid was given.

"Please help us to convey our heartfelt thanks to the donors of the Foundation for Life, " said a beneficiary to Saengchan, for the help that was extended to then.

Saengchan also said,"thanks too for the assistance offered for the collapsed roof for my house!"

The Foundation for Life can only go as far as you, our generous donors go along with us, and we too are truly grateful for your continued support and partnership for those poor and needy, who would likely have to face the same calamity over and over again, as they have no means to be able to move from their home, where they live and work.

Any feedback or suggestions to better our services to those in need is greatly appreciated.

On Alert and In Preparation for Need

The Rainy season has arrived and this year the north-eastern parts of Thailand has been affected. This region that is usually known for being dry, has not seen flooding in many years. According to the local newspaper, BangkokPost, the economic damanges caused by the numerous flash floods to about 36 provinces, has not been  great, as most of the region are farmland. Nonetheless, the government is preparing relief aids for farmers. 

As the floods slowly subside from the Isan (or north-east )regions, it would be expected that the rain clouds would start  moving  southwards, as is the usual pathway for Thailand. 

Another factor that accompanies the rains and floods, would be that these same areas would see a drop in temperature, when the cold weather descends in the months of November through February.

Thus the Foundation is on the alert for needs for emergency food supply, if the rains affect larger population in the towns and cities, and also is prepaing for donations of warm clothings, knitted caps and blankets,when the cold weather comes.

Saeng, who is our volunteer in the province of Pisanulok, said "the flood in my area has not been significant so far, and I will certain alert the Foundation when need arises"

Meanwhile our contacts in some region of Isan have not reported any immediate needs, but the Foundation is poised for action should help be required.

The Foundation thanks all donors who have been partners with us in our endeavor to bring relief to sufferring, and pleads with you for continued support so that we would have the funds and resources ready at all times, as these get depleted very quickly once crises happen.

Best regards

Vena