A devastating landslide in Papua New Guinea’s Anga province has resulted in the tragic loss of more than 150 homes and is feared to have killed over 670 people. The disaster struck in the early hours of Friday, burying a village under 6 to 8 meters of soil. Despite the efforts of locals, using basic tools to search for survivors, the recovery of victims has been hampered by the destruction of infrastructure, including water, power, and major highways. Relief efforts are further complicated by the region’s cultural dynamics and the ongoing risk of additional landslides.
- The landslide occurred in Papua New Guinea’s Anga province, burying a village under 6 to 8 meters of soil.
- More than 150 homes were destroyed, with over 670 people feared dead.
- Locals, using spades and agricultural forks, have been searching for survivors since the disaster struck on Friday around 3:00 a.m.
- As of Sunday, only five bodies, all adults, had been recovered.
- Water, power, and major highways have been cut off, significantly hindering relief and recovery efforts.
- A convoy from the provincial capital has delivered food, supplies, and established evacuation centers.
- The local UN migration agency has warned that the area remains at risk due to ongoing soil movement.
- Cultural issues and the threat of tribal warfare pose additional challenges for relief workers in the region.
- Anga province is located more than 600 kilometers from the capital, Port Moresby, and is primarily inhabited by clans and farmers.
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