86 dead in Indonesia floods
Published:Wednesday | October 6, 2010 | 7:46 PM
At least 86 people have been confirmed dead as a result of flooding in the eastern Indonesian province of West Papua.
Flash floods and landslides in the Teluk Wondama district have left another 80 people injured and sent thousands into evacuation centres.
It is believed many more are missing after a river burst its banks, triggering a landslide and uprooting trees.
A navy warship has arrived near the disaster area, carrying tents, medical supplies and food.
Officials say the sudden flooding caught residents by surprise, contributing to the high death toll.