Just a thought, suprised it hasnt arisen yet. Most of the suspected H2H bird flu transmission is thought to be centered mainly in Indonesia? Could this quake be worse then we are foreseeing? I have a feeling many people who lost their homes, familys, and friends will be living with other groups of people seeking refuge. This will result in more then the average 4-7 people family, I would think possibly 20-30 people in certain camps, maybe more? What if there was just ONE case of H2H transmission of bird flu in one of these clusters of refugees, it could potentially spell disaster. Also, relief workers, aid, etc.. from foreign countries have the possibility of bringing it international if there was a potential outbreak? Just some possibilities from work.

Indonesia has been victim of many crises lately what with, earthquakes, volcanos, bird flu, and East Timor revolting against itself now. Conspiracy theorists have it that General Suharto is using his remaining influence to bring about continued suffering to his own people using secret CIA earthquake control weapons and a new genetically engineered virus capable of desroying the world's dependence on KFC. The white sandy beaches of Indonesia sound like the perfect place to retire.

Columbus, The Dove