PALU, Indonesia, Oct. 8 -- When night fell on disaster-hit Palu, the capital of Indonesia's Central Sulawesi province, Abdul Manan (alias) walked into the yard of his house with a pillow tucked under his arm.
In the tiny yard, carpets were spread out on the ground while tea and food was placed on the side. Abdul's family gathered together under a dim light.
Although 10 days have passed since the devastating earthquakes and an ensuing tsunami hit the region, Abdul and his family still do not dare to stay in the house at night. They sleep outside in the yard, for safety.
Survivors here are still haunted by the disaster, which has killed more than 1,900 people, with Palu being the hardest hit.
Abdul's house, which lies on the hillside, remained intact during the quakes and the tsunami. It became a shelter for many relatives after the catastrophe.
"Before the earthquake, this house accommodated four family members. Today, almost 10 people live here. Some of them lost their mothers while some lost their daughters. I am glad that I could provide a place for them to live during this difficult time. This is what family is for," Abdul said.
Now, every morning after the earthquake, Abdul goes to the seaside to offer help to those who need it.
The natural disaster has taken a heavy toll on the city. The Arqam Baburahman Mosque on the seashore, one of the most famous scenic spots in Palu, was left in ruins. Its gate was torn off and the supporting pillars collapsed.
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