My sister and her husband live in Maui. Thanking God that they still have their health and residence, but many of their friends lost everything and have heartbreaking stories of how they escaped the fire.
If you will allow me to ask for prayers/good thoughts for one such victim. Her name is Laurie. She is my BIL's co-worker. The following is taken from Laurie's gofundme page:
Laurie’s Story: She and some neighbors were outside watching the fire when the wind shifted and the flames came quickly toward them. She ran to gather emergency needs, and came out to see a couple of neighbors in a state of shock. Neither of them were taking actions for evacuation. It became as black as night from smoke, with cinders flying around them. We estimate at least 15 minutes were lost trying to get them to leave. She tried to get them into her car, but they both insisted on driving themselves. They wound through the neighborhood where all traffic was being diverted into town - not away from the fire! She could only see taillights. The first driver stopped his vehicle and jumped into the next car. Then they both ran to Laurie's car and got in. He said a tree was blocking the road. Photos show a large banyan tree had fallen, crushing cars; its flames making a wall of fire.
Much of Laurie's body suffered serious burns, a few spots all the way to the bone. She has a long recovery ahead so I ask if you are inclined, to keep Laurie and her husband Perry in your daily prayers as well as all the other Maui residents who are also facing great trials. If you would like access to Laurie's gofundme page where there are updates on her condition, written by her SIL, as well as an ability to donate to help with their heavy medical expenses, please send me a message. Thank you.
