Java landslides kill at least 70

December 26, 2007

Authorities report that at least 70 people have died in landslides in Indonesia, which hit the Indonesian island of Java after many hours of heavy rain.

Rescue workers say the death toll is likely to rise, with varying reports saying 50 to 60 people are buried.

Rescue workers and police are struggling to reach the affected areas as roads are cut off.

Heavy rains regularly cause landslides and flash floods in Indonesia. Many experts say deforestation is to blame.

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