Seven killed in rain storms

Seven killed in rain storms

GROBOGAN, Central Java: Rain storms killed seven people and
injured four more here last week. In addition, at least 200
houses, mosques, school buildings and government offices were
damaged in the process.

The storms also destroyed a Rp 11.5 billion (about US$5.4
million) pavilion in the Java Miniature Park in the provincial
capital of Semarang.

Most of the seven were crushed by falling trees and collapsing
houses, the Antara news agency reported.

As of Saturday night, residents of neighboring Semarang were
still worrying over the possibility of more heavy rains and
strong winds hitting their city. (pwn)