A rapid-response team has been dispatched to Papua New Guinea's northern Enga province following a devastating landslide that struck the Mulitaka area early Friday. 🏔️💔 Local media reports confirm the disaster impacted six villages, with authorities scrambling to assess the damage.
Enga provincial administrator Sandis Tsaka described the deployment as 'urgent and critical,' telling Loop PNG that the team will prioritize rescue coordination and community support. 💬👥 Tsaka extended 'deepest sympathies' to affected families, calling it a 'heartbreaking moment for our people.'
Landslides are common in PNG's rugged highlands, but this incident highlights growing climate-related risks in the Asia-Pacific region. 🌏🌧️ Stay tuned for updates as rescue efforts unfold.
