‘Exaggerated reports'
Reports [ of damage from Cyclone Biola in Vanuatu early ladt week were still ibeing received in Vila yesterday but Government I sources said claims that thousands were homeless were exaggerated. Between 700 and 800 people are living in tents while their) homes are being [repaired. Many houses reported to have been “destroyed” [were of a primitive nature — blown-down walls made from bush materials could quickly be pushed [upright, and roofs replaced.—Vila.
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