As Many as 500 Feared Dead in Papua New Guinea Landslide

Published on May 24, 2024

A massive landslide is believed to have killed more than a hundred people and devastated six villages in a remote part of Papua New Guinea. The landslide, which occurred in the Enga province in the country’s highlands, struck around 3 a.m. when most people were asleep in their homes. “There has been a big landslide causing loss of life and property,” said Provincial Governor Peter Ipatas, amid unconfirmed reports that hundreds may have been buried. He described the scene as an “unprecedented natural disaster” that had caused “substantial damages.” A rapid response team comprising medics, military personnel, police, and UN agencies has been sent to the area to assess the damage and help the wounded....

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