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disasters1 month ago•5 min saved

Alcatraz Bay memorial boat capsizes; search suspended for 3 missing

A 49‑foot cabin cruiser carrying 20 people for a memorial service capsized in San Francisco Bay near Alcatraz Island amid 5‑foot swells. The Coast Guard suspended the search for three missing after about 23 hours of pursuit across roughly 950 square nautical miles; one 79‑year‑old man died and 16 others were rescued (one dog also died). Investigators found no evidence of fire; the cause remains under investigation. The vessel is believed to rest about 130 feet deep, and recovery may depend on underwater access.

via Fox News|

#alcatraz #boatcapsize #coastguard

health2 years ago•1 min saved

"Brave 7-Year-Old Loses Lifelong Battle with Disease"

Mikah Furrow, a 7-year-old boy from Vinton, Virginia, who battled Congenital CMV since birth, a disease that can cause birth defects and long-term health issues, has passed away. Despite the challenges of cerebral palsy, epilepsy, and developmental delays, his family focused on making each day of his life the best. They are now advocating for CMV screening for pregnant women to help prevent the disease's impact on others. A memorial service and funeral are being planned to honor Mikah's legacy.

via WDBJ|

##childhoodillness #congenitalcmv

advice-column2 years ago•3 min saved

"Managing Unexpected Visits from Aging Parents with Grace"

An individual struggles with setting boundaries for their elderly parents' unannounced visits and seeks advice on how to say no without feeling guilty. Another person grapples with the decision of holding a funeral or memorial service for their wife with dementia, whose family and friends have been largely absent. Advice is given to articulate and maintain boundaries kindly and to consider a service as a healing opportunity and a celebration of life for those who may not have been present during the illness.

via The Washington Post|

##advice-column #caregiving