'Berita Kota' fire stops Monday edition

JAKARTA: There was no edition of Berita Kota paper on Monday as the power generator of the media office on Jl. Suryopranoto, Central Jakarta, exploded on Sunday afternoon, halting newsroom activities.

"The genset exploded about 5:30 p.m., causing a blackout while we were writing stories. The explosion was said to have been caused by a short circuit," said Linda, a senior reporter with the newspaper.

The fire caused only minor damage to the basement of the office premises.

"We shall reappear on Tuesday," added Linda's colleague, Aldinar. --JP.