Z,
According to the traditions of my ancestors these things are /were bound to happen. However, it does not have to be that way. Think of all you have learned in your path regarding, distance and space. Ill events can be altered with the proper intent. Love heals ALL THINGS. It just seems that we often seem to forget that fact. No doubt change is occurring or as my mother used to say, "The birds always come home to roost!" As for me I would say all of us should be praying to keep that from happening or at the very least for us to gain wisdom to allow us to help lessen the impact.
Walk in peace,
D