Papua New Guinea Rushes to Evacuate 7,900 as Second Landslide Looms; Over 2,000 Feared Trapped
May 29, 2024Authorities in Papua New Guinea are urgently working to evacuate 7,900 individuals from the central region due to the threat of a second landslide in the village of Yambali.
A previous landslide in Enga province buried over 2,000 people, with only six bodies recovered so far, raising concerns that more than 2,000 individuals may still be trapped.
Rescue efforts are hindered by difficult access, ongoing landslides, and tribal conflicts.
International aid from the US, Australia, New Zealand, and other countries has been promised, with the government seeking additional support from the United Nations.
The disaster has political implications, with the Prime Minister facing a possible vote of no confidence.
The situation remains critical, necessitating ongoing rescue operations and continued international assistance.
Summary based on 19 sources
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The Guardian • May 28, 2024
Papua New Guinea: satellite images reveal scale of landslide as rescuers face ‘grim’ scenesBBC News • May 28, 2024
Papua New Guinea: Fears grow as landslide remains 'very active'HuffPost • May 28, 2024
Rescuers Face Fierce Challenges After 2,000 Feared Dead In Papua New Guinea LandslideThe Sydney Morning Herald • May 28, 2024
‘Another landslide can happen’: PNG scrambles to stop further tragedy