Translation of the verse 4 from Surah Al-A‘raf : Number of verses 206 - - page 151 - Part 8.
And a great number of towns (their population) We destroyed (for their crimes). Our torment came upon them (suddenly) by night or while they were sleeping for their afternoon rest.
And how many cities have We destroyed, and Our punishment came to them at night or while they were sleeping at noon.
(7:4) How many a township We have destroyed! Our scourge fell upon them at night, or when they were taking midday rest.