Friday, July 10, 2009

Photo Story Friday - Drought

PhotoStory Friday
Hosted by Cecily and MamaGeek


A couple of weeks ago, we had our first significant rainfall in over a year and a half. Unfortunately, it was only a drop in the bucket that is our lake. We need a lot more rain! (The kids are I are going to try rain dancing later today!)

It is not diffcult to see why this boat ramp is closed.
Yes, this boat ramp used to lead to a lake.

Lake-front property.


I don't think they have to worry about anyone swimming here for a long, long time.

Our marina was closed yesterday because they were moving docks. We used to only have to walk down 12 or so steps to get to the water. Last count this year was 65 steps.
The water is getting lower and lower. They say we are losing a foot or so each week.

See the boat up there on its side? The water receded so quickly that they could not get their boat out in time. This is one of many boats in the same situation....

This used to be lakewater too.
We have had 100-107 degree heat down here for the last month.
Come on El Nino!!! Bring us some water!










6 comments:

kayerj said...

that is a sad story. Here’s my photo story. happy Friday!

Emily said...

Yikes! Y'all really do need some water. I hope you get it soon...that's just pitiful looking.

Maude Lynn said...

We're in the same situation here just up the turnpike!

Amy @ The Q Family said...

Hope you guys get some rain soon. We were in the drought situation a couple years ago and now it just starts to go back up but still..

Carrie and Troy Keiser said...

That is so sad. It doesn't even look like water was ever there in some of your shots. Praying you get the rain.

Aaron Cunningham said...

That's just terrifying. Wow.. I'm speechless

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