The power just went out from Mentoulles to Fenestrelle. Al and I were working on the programme for the opening, and suddenly he felt sick. Lights went out. He couldn't get out the electrical door. I pushed the emergency button, it opened. Gord came in, "Power is out in the church!"

I'm in Rosa Rossa, luckily the phone line works here for internet. It's dark, just like in Roberts Creek during a storm. Erik home sick today after lunch. Three down and the rest of us walking wounded. Except Peter, Gord, and me, so far.

It's snowing and really really cold! Good thing we can leave the church doors open.I left my gloves at home.