Disease and housing biggest long-term problems

AID agencies and governments were yesterday coming to terms with the long-term consequences of the devastating tidal waves which have killed thousands in Asia.

Rescue efforts are being replaced by a massive humanitarian drive to provide for millions made homeless across the region.

Thousands of people are being put up in schools, churches and community centres and over the next few days and weeks, aid agencies and governments will have to ensure people are fed and have access to clean water.