I got the following email from Larry Little in response to an email I sent him:
Pat, Yes, we are all OK but our son and his family lost their house and belongings. Some have said that 25-30% of Joplin is destroyed. Was there all day today and they are probably right. My guess is that approximately 600+ homes were destroyed. There would have been less destruction if the area had been bombed. Thanks for being concerned. We solicit your prayers.
God Bless and shoot safe.
Larry Little
----- Original Message -----
From: Patrick J. Gannon
To: Larry Little
Sent: Monday, May 23, 2011 2:35 PM
Subject: Are you and yours OK?
Larry,
Just checking in to make sure you and your family are OK after the nasty weather in that part of the country.
Regards,
Pat