A devastating landslide has struck the remote village of Klam in Papua New Guinea’s Enga Province, with many people feared dead. The disaster occurred around 3:00 a.m. local time, likely catching residents off-guard in their sleep. Over 50 houses have been reported buried under rubble, with rescue efforts hampered by the challenging terrain and limited access to the area. The Prime Minister has expressed condolences and initiated a rescue operation, with local communities also contributing to the effort. The full extent of the damage and the number of casualties are still being assessed.
The landslide happened in Klam village, Enga Province, Papua New Guinea, around 3:00 a.m. local time.
Over 50 houses are reported to have been buried under debris.
Rescue efforts involve the use of machetes and long-handled axes to clear the rubble.
The Prime Minister has sent condolences to affected families and authorized a team of rescue officers and PNG Defense Force soldiers to assist.
Access to the disaster site is challenging due to the landslide covering the main highway, with alternative routes being considered.
There have been no confirmed survivors or an official death toll reported at the time of the news.
Local communities around Enga Province are contributing to the rescue efforts.
The area has experienced landslides in the past and has recently had heavy rains, although there were no rains reported at the time of the landslide.
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