Forest ransackers reach Sunda islets

Thu, 28 Jul 1994, 00:00 WIB | Source: JP

BANDARLAMPUNG: The forest ransackers has reportedly reach some
islets in Sunda strait, Antara reported yesterday.

They have even now reached volcanic Pulau Panjang, Anak
Krakatau, Rakata Besar and Pulau Sertung. Some 500 people have
settled at Pulau Sebesi, about 10 miles from the bigger island
Anak Krakatau.

They live from fishing, planting coconut and banana in the
islands that government has set as prohibited areas for living.

Spokesman of the local Forestry Agency said there are some
91,000 forest ransackers here and some 31.900 families dwell in
the conservation forests. (prs)

View JSON | Print