God there's gotta be ten or so more Cp'ers that live in that area, right? I remember talking to these posters over the yrs about where my family was raised, not just the listed, Though I can't recall WHO they were - there were more, not to scare anyone, but just wondering.

Posted this in the relief thread, but thought I would post it here too.

At this point, it is best to take all physical donations (food, water, clothing, pet products, offers of foster homes, etc) to a local organization. There are so many people that want to take items down, but there are only so many people that can coordinate. Chances are, a local organization is in on the coordination efforts, and it will lessen the foot traffic of those coming and going during the rescue and recovery.

Guys & Gals, I have seen the news and just now got a chance to respond, I pray that all of CP members, family & friends are safe. But on a sad note are the lives lost, so many, RIP and May God Bless each and everyone in that area.

From my cousin "It's certainly tough to swallow all of this! And the fact we can't get into the town to even try to find their bodies makes it even harder!!!"

Not sure what you're getting at. We have good friends that live just outside of Carthage and they said they are fine. He works in Joplin. Good thing it wasn't a weekday, I guess. But I'm sure they will be dealing with lost friends and coworkers.

The time it hit, if it would have ben monday the death toll would be in the thousands.

Sorry to hear about this. Best wishes to all affected.

That is true. That thing was vicious. That had to be one of the largest tornadoes to ever hit Missouri, I'd think. You don't see too many F5's.

Glad you are doing okay, man.

My friends are alive. So happy

Talked to dad during lunch. He said the president of the local NALC branch there lost their house. Also, one city carrier and two rural carriers confirmed dead that lived in that area. One of the post offices was destroyed.

I asked dad what the post office does in cases like this. He said that they will hold mail for ten days, and then, if no one claims it, it will get returned to the senders.

They're saying that, if you find any medical records from St Johns, you should hold on to them for now. They are focusing their efforts on the survival of patients and helping others. They will announce at a later date where people can send anything they have found. Also, four lives were lost in the hospital as a result of the tornado.

You did nothing but making crass, unfunny jokes in the thread about the tornadoes in Alabama. What caused you to grow a heart in the last few weeks?

Has there been any update in the death toll? It looks like they are still reporting 89 confirmed, but I would have thought it would have risen by now.

I also found that my sis-in-law has an aunt there that is missing.
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It's going to be well over 100.


The new restuarnt in Joplin Quincy Magoos is opening their doors for anybody who needs food or drink. So head that way if you do.

Local radio has said, it's now over 100. I'm looking for a link, but don't have one yet.

Bullshit. My Alabama jokes were very funny.