Their Zona Franca that exports products can barely keep their doors open from 50% devaluation of dollar in Dominican Republic. Their tourism has taken a sharp decline. It seems things were better with previous president Hippolito Mejia.

It is still a great place for a Caribbean vacation. I recommend you compare prices with other Caribbean destinations with sharp devaluation of dollar. An American observer.

Because of change in environment around Thailand, rivers are emptying more quickly into ocean, which is going to become a problem for farmers as far as irrigating their fields, and providing water for their livestock to drink.

Another result that I think is often overlooked, is amount of pollutants that were deposited into waves went over land. This can include substances like gasoline and oil, and other dangerous chemicals.

This is only a short look at some of effects that great tsunami is having in Thailand and in other parts around world. I would urge you to become more informed on situation and learn what it is that you can do to get involved, and to assist in recovery of these nations.

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