President inspects whirlwind victims in Bali

Gianjar (ANTARA News) - President Susilo Bambang Yudhoyono and
entourage made an inspection of the whirlwind-stricken residential area
in Gianjar district, Bali, on Sunday afternoon.



Accompanied by Bali Governor Dewa Berathat and some other staff, the
president inspected each of houses in the area destroyed by the
whirlwind.



Besides visiting some of the injured victims, the head of state also
had a conversation with the residents and called on the victims to be
patient in facing the ordeal.



The president is in Bali for three stays, during which he is also
scheduled to open an International Association of Political Consultants
conference in Nusa Dua, on Monday (Nov 12).



The conference will discuss the current problems such as secularism, Islam and democracy.



At least 150 homes in Denpasar City and Gianjar District were reportedly seriously damaged by the whirlwind on Sunday. (*) END