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5 Jan 06, 00:05
Indonesian rescuers are struggling to rescue survivors from floods and landslides which have killed at least 57 people in Jember, east Java.
poon cho tang
5 Jan 06, 00:06
Soldiers and residents have had to build temporary bridges to reach the stranded.
poon cho tang
5 Jan 06, 00:06
Thousands of people have been made homeless by the disaster.
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5 Jan 06, 00:07
There are particular concerns for the elderly and children.
poon cho tang
5 Jan 06, 00:07
Officials fear the effects of the flooding were exacerbated by deforestation.
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5 Jan 06, 00:08
The death toll is likely to rise as rescuers continue to find bodies.