Tragedy struck Papua New Guinea’s highlands with a massive landslide hitting six remote villages in Enga province, leaving many homes buried and scores feared dead. Governor Peter Ipatas described the scene as an “unprecedented natural disaster” with substantial damages and potential loss of hundreds of lives. A rapid response team has been dispatched for rescue and assessment efforts.
Images captured vast destruction as Mount Mungalo unleashed a massive landslide, burying homes and leaving behind a trail of devastation. Local communities mobilized efforts to rescue survivors, while aid agencies like Red Cross and CARE are on standby to provide assistance.
The landslide’s remote location poses a challenge for emergency services to reach the area promptly. While the cause remains uncertain, heavy rains in the region are suspected to have triggered the disaster. Papua New Guinea has faced similar tragedies before, highlighting the need for disaster preparedness and immediate assistance.
As the community grapples with the aftermath, international support and sympathy pour in for the affected families in the wake of this tragic event.
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