Phoenix- Fire Tragedy - 5 children dead

PHOENIX — Five children, including 4 siblings, were horrifically killed after a northwestern Arizona house fire broke out over the weekend as the father was out Christmas and grocery shopping, officials said.

Investigators said Tuesday they have yet to determine what started the blaze in Bullhead City, Arizona, which began Saturday evening in the downstairs foyer area of the two-story duplex. Flames and smoke traveled up the only staircase inside the home, preventing the victims from escaping.

Five children died as a result. Police said there were no adults home at the time of the blaze.

According to Bullhead City officials, the man reported to investigators responding to the fire that he was gone for about 2.5 hours.

Lake Havasu City and Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms and Explosives Fire investigators are investigating the incident. Evidence was collected to help determine the cause of the fire, and the debris analysis will be conducted by ATF chemists and electrical engineers.

The names of the five victims were withheld pending official identification by the Mohave County Medical Examiner’s Office. They included a 4-year-old girl and her three brothers – ages 2, 5, and 13 – and an 11-year-old boy who was a family relative and visiting at the time.

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Debbie D. - Dad's Health

Dad’s in ICU. Our Christmas festivities are postponed until January. Please pray for us.

Sarah S. - Steve

For those of you that know Steve World, my dad has been in contact with him and he has asked if we would share the following news. Steve suffered a stroke last Thursday due to complications from diabetes. He was admitted to ICU at Kaiser in Anaheim and has now moved to a regular room. He will be heading to rehab and will be there for the next 7-10 days. He has a long road to recovery ahead. If you would like his contact info to text/call him or send cards to the rehab, please message me and I can get that info to you.

China Earthquake 118 dead

At least 118 people in north-west China have been killed in the country's deadliest earthquake in 13 years.

The 6.2 magnitude quake hit the mountainous Gansu province around midnight Monday (16:00 GMT), also shaking neighbouring Qinghai.

Fatalities may rise with hundreds reported injured in icy conditions.

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Anonymous

Hey. This is my first time posting on here. I need a prayer. I've been being attacked by Satan for the last 3 months. I'm spiritually, physically, and emotionally exhausted. He has been attacking me saying I'm not good enough for my wife, she will just leave me, I'm not a good enough man for anything, I'm worthless, and so on. I don't sleep well, I don't hardly eat (even my wife has noticed), I cry just driving to work each morning. I am being absolutely ripped apart right now. I just started going to church again (had a hard time finding a good church where I live). I'm going to start a Bible study with some friends of mine, and I still volunteer at church camp as a counselor when I can. Please pray for me

Merry S. - Family / Child PTG

Thank you to all who came out to support Mark and Natasha in the loss of Ozias.  Thank you to the Salvation Army Renton for all they did to make everyone comfortable and well fed.  We are blessed by God’s people in all ways.  Please continue to pray for Mark and Natasha as they continue to heal and move forward in life.

Blessings to you all!

Nancy H. - Need Toys

Would you mind saying a prayer that the Lord would provide enough toys for us to serve the families that have signed up for Christmas here in Great falls?🙏

 I've done what I know to do and tried all I can and have prayed many times. I've heard a number of times now, from our main volunteers who sort, that we don't have enough at this time. It's been making me anxious the whole season and Thursday is the day. I appreciate you all 💜

Susan D. - Family / upcoming Surgery

After a little over two years, we have a surgery date for Pete.  He will be having his reversal surgery on Friday, January 19, 2024 at 7:30 am.  We are trying to prepare as much as possible for this. Praying for a successful surgery with the least recovery time as all financials will be completely on me.   Praying that the surgeon is ready, that Pete is ready and his body is ready to be back to normal.  Thank you everyone that has checked on us during this journey.  I am praying for easier times as I have faced many hard challenges since the beginning of 2021, losing my mom to cancer April 2021, Pete having emergency colostomy surgery November 2021, my dad passing January 2022 and myself having emergency hernia surgery Dec. 1 2023.  I am ready for easier days.   

Thank you all for the love and prayer support.  I am truly blessed to have you all in my life.

Merry S. - Family

"Thank you all for your prayers for Mark and Natasha and the boys, and all of us. It has been a tough week but through it all the love and support of God’s people is abundant. SIDS is devastating to all but we know God is with us! Grieving is a long road and we covet your prayers."

Nancy D. - Granddaughter Addison's Health

Major Dennis E. reported today that their “granddaughter Addison is in the Children’s Hospital in Orange County. She has a large lump on her chest, and they think it’s either twisted veins from an infection or possibly cancer. She is only 20 months old so you can understand the concern of our family. She is such a sweet girl. We are asking for prayers from our Salvation Army family. Thank you and God bless you.”

It is so hard when a little child is ill, and we fervently ask each of you to join with Major Dennis and Captain Adrianna as they pray for this little gift of God in their family.

Danita H. - Prayers

Calling all prayer warriors! Please send prayers up for the family.

Rochelle N. - Housing

I have never been a person who wanted to live off the system at all, and I do not judge anyone who does or will but I could use some prayers that my name comes up on the housing list because it would make a lot of relief for me and my kids! It could make me afford to finish my educational goals to eventually make more $ to support us, and quit frankly help me not have to work around the clock and stress out all the time. All the prayers would be appreciated for this to happen! I have been on the list nearly 3 years without a call….also, I am so grateful to not be homeless and that God has provided all this time!

Ethan B. - Health / Family

two weeks ago some nasty virus hit Z,F,and V , I dodged it ( they were knocked down for a week) , this week was my turn hit hard by influenza A ( haven’t been this sick in years) now unfortunately hitting Z,F, and V as well . Bird flu is for the birds ! Steroids have given me a boost somewhat but hopefully we will all be on the mend soon.

Susana D. - Recovery from Surgery

"I made it! Surgery went well. Haven't talked to the surgeon, but I should be out of the hospital in a couple of days. God is good!! Thank you for your prayers. I love you alll."