5.8 Quake reported at Goslin Residence.

(Please read Blog post titled "Richter Scale of Life's poop" before reading this post)



5.8 Quake causes Damages
            At approximately 10:35 EST January 24th, 2011 a quake measuring 5.8 was confirmed. The Quake was thought to be a 4.0 at first but upon further investigation it was discovered to be a 5.8. Over the weekend the temperatures were well below zero which resulted in bathroom pipes freezing. The Goslin's returned home to discover the toilet line was frozen. It was not until Monday at 10:35 that they discovered that the pipes were not only frozen but had burst below the toilet causing a slight emergency situation. 
            "We got the bathtub pipes unfrozen from the putting heat in a small space in the basement where our bathroom pipes are. Once we started to pour hot water into the toilet's holding tank the ice thawed in the toilet as well but would not stop flowing. We suspect there is a breakage in the pipe under the toilet. Our biggest issue is getting to that pipe, we have no choice but to dig the pipe out." States Jess.
           The Goslins will have to remove the toilet, dig a hole in the floor and inspect the pipes. If they are correct in their theory they will have to replace the pipe, fix the floor, put the toilet back and buy new tiles. Damage is estimated at roughly $50 assuming all goes as planned. Repairs will be made this evening and the Goslins are hoping to have the bathroom back in order by tomorrow.
         "It would be nice to have a shower, or shave, or be able to use the toilet as soon as possible." Says the Goslin's Boarder, Jason.
         "Um...um the toilet is broken! Seven (the dog) is mad!" States four year old resident, Aurora Goslin.
          "Yes, well, the dog is clearly upset as we had to put the lid on the upstairs toilet to keep the dog from drinking dirty water. The toilet is her favorite drinking bowl. I have faith my bathroom will be fixed tonight, I'm not too worried about it. I'm just looking forward to getting my bathroom back in order." Says Jess.
          It is too soon to speculate on just how much the repairs will cost and if they can be done. Updates will be posted as soon as we know more about the situation.