01/19/2011

A tidal bore accompanied by heavy rainfalls and strong winds hit the shores of Sikka regency in Nusa Tenggara Timur (NTT) on Wednesday, destroying dozens of homes in the area.
NTT Social Affairs Agency Chief Piter Manuk said emergency help had been deployed for the victims who had evacuated to higher ground.

Evacuees had been provided with sheets, mats, blankets, milk and food, he said. However, the victims in Samparong village hadn’t received any aid as yet because they are on another island, which was inaccessible in the current high seas.

The extent of the damage remains unknown, however, some reports said 24 houses were destroyed.
Several windmill generators and mosques were also damaged.