Sun, Dec 11, 2005 - Page 5 News List

Shiploads of aid begin to arrive for Vanuatu's volcano evacuees

RELIEF AT LAST Food and fuel finally began to arrive for the islanders, many who have been living in evacuation centers since Mt. Manaro began to erupt late last month

AP , AMBAE ISLAND, VANUATU

The outside walls of the shelters are lined with pots, pans, basins and buckets while taps from tanks provide rainwater.

The displaced villagers wait for news of the volcano, and whether its activity level is worsening.

Otherwise they chat in small groups, men and women talking separately -- reflecting the traditional structure of village life.

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