We awoke this morning to NPR's news on the earthquake in China. At 6:00 a.m. the death count was 400. After checking the news this evening, it's climbed to 9,000. The Province hardest hit is Sichuan, which borders Lu's province of Shaanxi to the south. There are reports of fatalities in Xi'an, where Lu's orphanage is, but from what I've read so far, that number is at 15 (the population of the City is around 8 million) Also concerning is the 80 tons of toxins that spilled from a chemical plant in a city called Shifang, which I believe is within a couple hundred miles of Lu.
We don't think this will affect our travel plans, but of course are aware of all the complications a tragedy like this creates with airports, resources, internet access, communications and day to day life. Not to mention the devastation for the people there.
We are now even more anxious to get to Lu, hold him close and see for ourselves that he's ok. It helps to know he's in good hands with the Aunties in Xi'an and at this point we're fairly certain he's fine. Our thoughts go out to all those affected and to the people we love and care for in China.
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