Fate spared Midland woman from tsunami danger
Eve Rose of Midland narrowly avoided the deadly 2004 tsunami while visiting Phuket. Rose, a chef at King and I in Midland, planned to be in Phuket on December 26 but couldn't reach family in Thailand as the disaster unfolded. West Texans are urged to contribute to relief efforts through the Odessa American.
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Powell aghast at Indonesian tsunami devastation in Sumatra
In Jakarta Australia pledged 764 million dollars to tsunami relief, the largest government pledge, surpassing Germany's 674 million. World leaders sought top donor status as they viewed Sumatra's devastated coast. Powell, a Vietnam veteran, described the scenes as utter devastation along the shoreline.
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Officials warn school may face yearlong rash issue
health official reports recurring rashes among four staff members at the school and suggests the problem could persist through the rest of the term. Principal Sofla says many students and staff may report itchy rashes by December 4. ECISD cleaned carpet and vents and state testers conducted Dec 7 and 8 tests, with preliminary results ruling out formaldehyde and finding traces of ethyl alcohol below concerning levels.
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