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Friday, September 4, 2009 - #635

Note:  I contribute the success of the BPE to: (1) No jokes, no rumors, no opinions 
                  (2) KISSS: Keep It Short Sweet Simple. Enough said?? Thanks, Cheryl

Also, we need road reports.
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Hurricane Jimena

Courtesy of The BajaWesternOnion.com - On the Pacific Side

Initial Reports Of Severe Storm Damage From Hurricane Jimena - There are many initial reports of serious damage to homes and property all the way from Puerto San Carlos and Cuidad Constitucion, near where Jimena came ashore as a category 2 hurricane, to Santa Rosalia. The communities of Constitucion, Insurgentes, Loreto, Mulege, and Santa Rosalia all reported major damage. In San Carlos several homes near the sea were washed away. The Insurgentes electric sub stacion was destroyed. Hundreds of cell phone towers, power, light and telephone poles are down. Power is out in many areas and the main highway between Santa Rosalia and Loreto is cut. The new large bridge south of Santa Rosalia is down. Loreto may be out of power for several days due to felled electrical transmission towers. Many 1,000s of people have been left homeless.

Between 7 AM to 9 AM Tuesday morning, the storm hit the Cuidad Constitucion area at full force. Electrical, telephone and light poles there were snapped off. Here is a link to images from the aftermath of the hurricane at Puerto San Carlos:

http://www.oem.com.mx/elsudcaliforniano/notas/g41639.htm 

The storm then continued across the Baja penninsula and struck several communities along the Sea of Cortez. It was reported in Loreto tha palm trees on the Malecon between the Mision Hotel and Mediteranean Restaurant were sheared off at the ground. Here is a You Tube video of the storm surge from Loreto Wednesday afternoon:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tgFF5isOSGA 

Possibly the most serious damage is in Mulege. The delegado of Mulege was on the radio Wednesday morning and said that the river rose two meters higher than it did during Hurricane John, and flooded over the bridge on the main road by two feet. Also reported, the schools and the new hospital have suffered damage and the roof torn off the fire house. Many streets in Mulege are virtually impassable due to mud and debris left by the flood. At least one death has been reported there. Here is a link to pictures of some of the damage at Mulege:

http://mulege-mls.com/images/Jimena-ani.gif

(Left) A family inspect their damaged office hit by Hurricane Jimena, in Puerto San Carlos, Baja California. Hurricane Jimena crashed Wednesday onto Mexico's Baja California peninsula, forcing thousands to seek shelter as it buffeted islands off the coast with high winds and heavy rain. (AFP/Ronaldo Schemidt)

Downgraded to a tropical storm, Jimena crossed the Sea of Cortez and also caused damage in other parts of mainland Mexico. As of 9PM Wednesday, the storm was stalled over the sea of Cortez, and threatening to cross back over the Baja Penninsula before dying out. It was reported that Guaymas on the mainland received 22 inches of rain. Here is a link to storm pictures from San Carlos:

http://picasaweb.google.com/cybercoseguridad/Jimena 

News stories indicated that the Mexican authorities themselves were unaware of the extent of the damage in Mulege until Wednesday morning. The Mexican Civil Defense is mounting an aid effort in the worst hit areas. There are already several relief efforts underway, and funds are being collected to help the needy in the stricken areas. Donations can be made through the Mexican Red Cross. Go to:

http://www.cruzrojaamericana.org/detalle_noticias.asp?SN=204&id=525 

Please give a thought and prayer for our fellow Baja friends and neighbors who will need all our help during this difficult time to rebuild these shattered communities.

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Good News! Here is a great link to a book some friends just finished writing while traveling the word Kiteboarding. Los Barriles is featured as one of their favorite spots. You can get a sneak peek by clicking on this site www.thekitesurfingdiaries.com. Hope you enjoy!! Karen & Lil' Grace

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New carpet and upholstery cleaner in Los Barriles. E-mail me at eastcapesteam@yahoo.com

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NEWS FROM LA PAZ

Back to Language School Specials!
Se Habla...La Paz Spanish Language School

1. DISCOUNTS for locals continue thru October
New students: No registration fee and 10% tuition discount.
Returning: 20% off tuition

2. Return of the CONVERSATION CLASS for advanced bginners & higher
Starting the week of Sept 14, Mondays and Thursdays at 11AM -12:30PM.
Class size 3 up to 6. Registration in advance requested.
Current topics and issues of interest for all.
$15 per class in USD or peso equivalent OR purchase 8 classes for $108.
Call the office for more information 122-7763.

3. CULTURAL PRESENTATIONS, Tuesdays at 1:15-2:00
New themes this year and especially when there is a national or religious holiday that week. Free. Drop-ins welcome!
Día de Independencia, 16 de Septiembre. Learn about the history and culture of Mexican Independence Day at the presentation on the 15th.

4. GIFT CERTIFICATES available with a 15% discount off of tuition if purchased during September.
It is with great pleasure that Se Habla...La Paz welcomes our new Director of Education, Lic. Merit Rochin. Merit started with Se Habla...La Paz as an instructor in 2000 and became the Assistant Director of Education in 2004. She took a year’s sabbatical last year and has returned to assume the Director of Education chair.
She holds 2 degrees: Educación Superior and Contabilidad (Accounting).
Merit is an outstanding language instructor with extensive experience with all levels of Spanish instruction. Her expertise, energy and humor is a wonderful combination for our students.

Please join us in welcoming Merit back to school!
Gracias!!!
Juli Goff, Director, Se Habla...La Paz, SC
Fco. I. Madero #540
(between Republica & Guerrero)
La Paz, BCS, MX 23020
011-52-612-122-7763
www.sehablalapaz.com

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RIDES FOR PEOPLE AND STUFF

a. Is there anyone flying to Los Barriles that could bring one piece of mail for me?? If so send me your address via email kwmx3@yahoo.com  and I will have it sent by next day mail to you.
Thanks Kelly Martin


NOT WANTED - Repeats ONCE a week - Subject to Editing! Use link to Craigslist.com Works Great!

       a. Does anyone out there need some Brother Print cartridges? I have two sizes, LC21 and LC31, with black and colors. I'm basically giving them away because I hate to throw them away, but if you want to pay a little gas money, that's fine too. Email me at janningk@gmail.com  if you can use them.

       b. 2007 TrailManor pop-up hard sided tavel trailer, Model 2720. Loaded with
many features . Collapses to 20 ft. expands to 27 ft. , Contact in San Diego, CA, 619-272-8813, or talleyho9@msn.com . Please NO commercial contacts.

WANTED

       a. I am still looking for a stationary exercise bike. Does anybody have any suggestions? Thanks!
casey@caseysperry.com

       b. WANTED/NEEDED:
'hey, it's me again, 5 months old Lucas, still looking for a 4x4 SUV, ideally baja plates, Explorer, 4Runner or Pathfinder, but open to other suggestions. I just got permission to look on late 90's models. Please, email me at my parents address:
moodyoctopus@yahoo.com
carmel and pablo (cabo pulmo)

       c.  Retired banker from San Diego will be in Buena Vista for the month of October.Wants to rent an ATV for a week or more. Have home on the beach & garage to store.Will pay security deposit. Any ideas or cost e-mail at tlemanowic@sbcglobal.net or call 760-727-5063 Ted

BAJABIZ - Repeats in TWO weeks

       a. EAST CAPE LEGAL SERVICES, GARDENIA DURAN GONZALEZ, ATTORNEY AT LAW, SPECIALIZING IN BILL PAYING, FIDEICOMISOS, CONTRACTS, FM-3, FM-2, CITIZENSHIP, PROFEPA PENALTIES, NOTARY TRANSACTIONS, ACCOUNTING, PROPERTY MANAGEMENT, OFFICIAL TRANSLATOR AND ANY OTHER LEGAL SERVICES AVAILABLE. OFFICE LOCATED UP THE STREET FROM BARRILITOS RESTAURANT. PHONE #(624)141-0805 OR 141-0545. EAST CAPE LEGAL SERVICES NOW HAS AN OFFICE IN LA RIBERA, IN THE PLAZA RIVIERA BY THE RESTAURANT LA CURVA. TELEPHONE #(624) 130-0015. E-MAIL GARDENIA AT gardeniaduran@hotmail.com OR SIBONEY ORTEGA CASTRO AT siboneyc@hotmail.com (LA RIBERA). CHECK OUT THE WEBSITE AT www.eastcapelegal.law.officelive.com ENGLISH SPOKEN

REAL ESTATE - Repeats in TWO weeks

       a. CASA for rent in Spa Buena Vista. 3 bed, 3 bath, fenced yard, mature trees/plants, minute walk to beach, fully furnished and ready for a fishing home base, or beach vacation where it's quiet and there's miles of white, sandy beaches. Phone (530) 642-0870 or email WONNORTH@pacbell.net

       b. 81 points available for rent or sale (interchangeable with RCI) in Zihuatenejo, Ixtapa, Mexico

We have only been to Melia Azul Ixtapa once which was in 2000. That's when we bought 100 points on a whim for $12,500. We will sell the 81 remaining points for $6250 and we'll pay the transfer fees! We do not use it as we have since built a home in Baja. You can use your points anytime and the unit availability is based on how far in advance you call to make a reservation. This opportunity could give you a week every year for 40 years for $156.25 a week or around $22 per day!

**RCI Silver Crown Rated** Featuring finely appointed accommodations in studio, one and two bedroom suites. Annual usage is based on the point system. Maintenance fees are $390 for studios, $590 for 1 bedrooms, and $790 for 2 bedrooms and are due when you book your reservation.

The unit may be rented beginning at just $145 per night for the studio, 1 bedroom $175 per night and 2 bedroom $205 per night.

View more details at www.meliaazulixtapa.solmelia.com  and www.LosBarrilesRealEstate.net  or www.CoastProperties.com

Chris and Debbie Llewellyn
ChrisnDebbie@ChrisnDebbie.com

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