Houses, schools, and business establishments were destroyed or severely damaged, rendering thousands homeless and jobless. An estimated 1,000 people lost their lives in the tragedy.
وفي عتمة الليل هرع مئات الناس ،‏ بمن فيهم كثيرون من الاولاد الذين تملَّكهم الهلع ،‏ الى المياه العكِرة لإحدى القنوات وغرقوا .‏