The earthquake that hit El Salvador on Jan. 13 is deemed the worst in 15 years, and the massive temblor that hit India and Pakistan Jan. 26 is considered the worst since India gained independence in 1947.
Aftershocks continue to rattle relief workers in both nations.
We are now camping out in the garage with valuables and some clothes and food packed in the car outside in case we have to abandon the house. Much of the country is without power, water, and telephones. Hospitals have had to evacuate patients to the parking lots and streets and are in need of large-capacity generators to keep things going until they get the power restored. However, you should file as early in the tax year as possible, since Social Security taxes would still be owed for the entire year. Clergy members who opt back in won't pay back taxes or penalties for doing so, and previously earned Social Security credits will count toward eligibility.