Tidal wave toll up to 204

SURABAYA, East Java: The number of people killed in the tidal waves which swept across villages in southeast Java last week reached 204 when three more bodies were found on Wednesday.

Most of the victims were the people living in the Banyuwangi regency, while the rest came from other areas such as Jember, Malang and Blitar.

Antara reported yesterday that 22 people were still unaccounted for.

The disaster has destroyed 1,226 houses and 283 boats belonging to local fishermen. (par)