The economic consequences propelled by the Mid-west flooding have yet to be fully realized. Those with resources, may have the means to relocate, however for all life must change.
Undoubtedly consumers can anticipate a drastic rise in cost for energy. This will be most noticed in the petroleum markets. With oil refineries in jeopardy fuel cost will soar as domestic production is all but completely halted. Many are going to have to find alternative sources of transportation, food and shelter. Those who are unfortunately relying on government based assistance will find it difficult to get help as the budget crisis still hasn't melted away. The facts are what is important. Fact, the United States is engaged in active 'kinetic' military operations in: Iraq, Afghanistan, Pakistan, Libya costing the American tax-payer billions. Fact, most Americans can't afford basic health care and one of seven Americans receive food stamps, costing the tax-payer billions. Fact, the home mortgage collapse of 2008 isn't finished and will only be followed by rising cost of commodities. Fact, millions of acres of farmland have been destroyed due to the recent weather, reducing the availability of domestic food sources. Fact, if you don't prepare for action, you and your family will be left at the mercy of your government to save you. What hasn't been discussed is the aftermath of flooding. Main logistical highways and rail are under water. Goods can't be transported without transportation. A new wave of famine can ensue if preparedness is not a focus of the masses. The lingering water of the "mighty" Mississippi river will most likely become the largest breeding ground for mosquitoes, a known carrier of viruses and other pestilences. Finally a Fact of Facts, if you will, all the extra water weight surrounding the Mississippi is creating enormous pressure on the New Madrid seismic zone.
Matthew 24:3-8 (KJV)
And as he sat upon the mount of Olives, the disciples came unto him privately, saying, Tell us, when shall these things be? and what shall be the sign of thy coming, and of the end of the world?
And Jesus answered and said unto them, Take heed that no man deceive you.
For many shall come in my name, saying, I am Christ; and shall deceive many.
And ye shall hear of wars and rumours of wars: see that ye be not troubled: for all these things must come to pass, but the end is not yet.
For nation shall rise against nation, and kingdom against kingdom: and there shall be famines, and pestilences, and earthquakes, in divers places.
All these are the beginning of sorrows.
