"Papua New Guinea Landslide Buries Over 2,000, Officials Confirm"

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A devastating landslide in Papua New Guinea's Enga province has reportedly buried over 2,000 people alive, according to government officials, significantly higher than the U.N.'s estimate of 670. The disaster has caused major destruction to infrastructure and the local economy, complicating rescue efforts due to the remote location and ongoing tribal conflicts. The government has requested international aid, and relief operations are underway despite challenging conditions.
Topics:world#casualties#international-aid#landslide#natural-disaster#papua-new-guinea#rescue-efforts
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- Papua New Guinea disaster agency tells UN 2,000 people are buried after landslide The Guardian
- Papua New Guinea Landslide Has Buried 2000 People, Officials Say The New York Times
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