Did You Know? When the Storm Passes, the Aftermath Remains

Saturday night, I knew we were having a storm. The rain was hitting my tower window hard, and our power kept going on and off. We had our tap lights ready, and everyone was charging their phones.

But I honestly did not realize how much damage was happening beyond our windows.

Sometimes we don’t understand how serious something was until we see what it left behind.

Around Seattle, Saturday’s storm brought down trees and power lines. More than 42,000 Seattle City Light customers lost power overnight, and thousands were still waiting for electricity to be restored Sunday morning. (westsideseattle.com, fox13seattle.com)

Did you know the coast faced a forecast of winds around 60 miles per hour, along with large waves and dangerous surf? Here around Puget Sound, forecast gusts were generally 45 to 50 miles per hour. That gives you some perspective on what our coastal communities were preparing to face. (mynorthwest.com, marine.weather.gov)

Here in our home, I am grateful we were not hit as badly as those dealing with damage. We were together. We had light available when the electricity flickered. And this morning, I get to sit in my tower and acknowledge that blessing.

Somebody else is looking at a fallen tree, damage to their property, or food they may have to replace after losing power. While some of us move into another day, others have cleanup, expenses, and uncertainty in front of them.

That deserves a moment of our attention.

The storm passing does not mean everybody’s troubles have passed with it.

I’m praying for everyone dealing with the aftermath. For those waiting on repairs, trying to figure out their next steps, or feeling overwhelmed by something they could not control.

I’m also grateful for the utility crews, first responders, and neighbors helping others through it. There is a lot of work behind getting a community back up and running.

Lord, please protect those doing that work. Give comfort, strength, and the help they need to those facing damage and disruption.

Today, I’m thankful that we came through as well as we did. And I’m keeping those who had a much harder night in my prayers.

From Flava in Her Tower 🌻
Lady Flava aka Susan K.