Such different expressions.

I had to laugh when I got home and looked at this pic on my laptop. Everyone's face says something totally different. It took three attemnpts to get this shot - just imagnine if we would have taken three more.

Recent Village Trip to Gampala.

A Strategic Response.

After surveying the severity of the flood damage in specific neighborhoods, we began to meet with local authorities in order to develop a strategic response. Our goal is to get the local community involved in the rebuilding process while providing the materials for more reliable housing.

Lost in the flood.

Just a small token amidst multiple piles of debris now scattered throughout the city. There was nothing left of the house where this clock was found.

Larger News Networks Finally Grasp the Depth of Devastation in Burkina Faso and Neighboring Countries.

Days after devastating floods hit Burkina Faso and surrounding areas, major networks are beginning to pick up the stories and pictures of the people and all that was lost. Some escaped with only water damage to their households and belongings, others lost everything in only a matter of hours. In one area we visited, the water level had reached over five feet in height, causing multiple mud brick houses to crumble into piles of debris and mush. The numbers continue to rise with each passing day; and at this point it is still a guessing game as to how many families are left without so much as a basic shelter over their heads as the rain begins to fall yet again this weekend.

Standing on and in front of what used to be a house. The water in this particular area rose to over 5 feet in a matter of hours, causing major damage to homes and the surrounding area.

More Flood Damage.

Another photo taken by some friends of mine. This is a foot bridge that usually sits a good 7-10 feet above a drainage canal! The amount of water that rushed through was more than I have ever seen in the four years that I have been here.

Unexpected Deluge Reeks Havok on Burkina!

This pic was taken by some missionary friends of mine here just yesterday. Rain is fairly common here in Burkina this time of year; but the amount that came down yesterday morning between the hours of 5am-3pm was much more than the city could handle. Many drainage canals over flowed, wiping out bridges and swallowing cars along the way. Streets were covered with water and mud, power was cut for hours, houses were flooded and destroyed, and there were multiple deaths in and around the city all due to the excessive rainfall! I will continue to post updates and pictures as they come in. Please continue to pray for the people here in Burkina.