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International rescue squads in Indonesia

07.10.2009
Foreign medical brigades move into earthquaked regions of Indonesia to help those who managed to survive.

West Sumatra did not have efficient medical support system up to the earthquake happened last week.

Rescuers from almost 20 countries arrived at Sumatra including the biggest since tsunami of 2004 US troops contingent.

The most part of provincial center Padang and foothill villages were flooded or burnt. Official body count exceeded 704, but may run into thousands.

About 180 000 houses were damaged or flooded, according to Indonesian disaster control agency.

It is expected that two US Navy ships will approach Sumatra coast today, on Oct 7 or tomorrow. Additionally, 50 t of essential cargo are planned to be delivered by USAID aircrafts.

Source: kgan.com

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