Papua New Guinea faces long recovery as earthquake death toll tops 100, PM says
7 years ago

Papua New Guinea faces long recovery as earthquake death toll tops 100, PM says

ABC  

Papua New Guinea faces a long road to recovery after the powerful earthquake that hit the nation's rugged highlands more than 10 days ago, with the death toll now believed to have climbed to more than 100, its leader said. Key points: PNG PM says it could take years to repair damage Earthquake and aftershocks caused landslides and damage across the country ExxonMobil forced to shut down all facilities in PNG, repairs and inspections could take around eight weeks. "Tragically, the Highlands earthquake has already claimed the lives of an estimated more than 100 Papua New Guineans, with many more still missing and thousands of people injured," Mr O'Neill said in comments published by his office. ExxonMobil's PNG LNG partner, Oil Search, has been heavily involved in relief efforts while also trying to inspect and repair its oil and gas facilities in the highlands.

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Papua New Guinea landslide survivors slow to move to safer ground after hundreds buried
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Papua New Guinea landslide survivors slow to move to safer ground after hundreds buried

Associated Press  

MELBOURNE, Australia — Traumatized survivors of the massive landslide estimated to have buried hundreds in Papua New Guinea have been slow to move to safer ground as the South Pacific island nation’s authorities prepare to use heavy machinery to clear debris and risk triggering another landslide, officials said Thursday. Government and army geotechnical experts on Thursday were examining the stability …

At least 2,000 feared dead in Papua New Guinea landslide. These are some challenges rescuers face
10 months ago

At least 2,000 feared dead in Papua New Guinea landslide. These are some challenges rescuers face

The Independent  

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Dozens feared dead after ‘massive’ landslide hits Papua New Guinea
10 months ago

Dozens feared dead after ‘massive’ landslide hits Papua New Guinea

Al Jazeera  

Governor of Enga province says the disaster caused ‘loss of life and property’ in at least six villages. A massive landslide has struck Papua New Guinea’s highlands, local officials and aid groups said, with dozens believed to have been killed. The disaster hit Kaokalam village in Papua New Guinea’s Enga province, about 600km northwest of the South Pacific island nation’s …

A 6.9 magnitude quake in remote Papua New Guinea kills 3 and destroys nearly 1,000 homes
1 year ago

A 6.9 magnitude quake in remote Papua New Guinea kills 3 and destroys nearly 1,000 homes

Associated Press  

PORT MORESBY, Papua New Guinea — A magnitude 6.9 earthquake has hit a remote part of western Papua New Guinea killing at least three people and causing extensive damage to around 1,000 homes, officials said. East Sepik province Governor Allan Bird posted on Facebook Sunday that initial estimates show the earthquake had destroyed about 1,000 homes in the area which …

Several dead, 1,000 homes destroyed in Papua New Guinea earthquake
1 year ago

Several dead, 1,000 homes destroyed in Papua New Guinea earthquake

Al Jazeera  

Quake struck as remote western region already dealing with floods from earlier this month. Several people have died and some 1,000 homes have been destroyed in a 6.9 magnitude earthquake that hit a remote part of western Papua New Guinea, according to officials. Earthquakes are common in Papua New Guinea, which sits on top of the seismic “Ring of Fire” …

Three people reported dead, 1,000 homes destroyed after earthquake hits PNG's East Sepik province
1 year ago

Three people reported dead, 1,000 homes destroyed after earthquake hits PNG's East Sepik province

ABC  

In short: An earthquake destroyed an estimated 1,000 homes after striking a PNG province already reeling from major flooding. A magnitude-6.9 earthquake has destroyed an estimated 1,000 homes in Papua New Guinea after striking East Sepik province, and there are reports three people have died. Papua New Guinea's Post-Courier newspaper is reporting three people died as the earthquake sent homes …

Papua New Guinea assesses damage after powerful earthquake
1 year, 11 months ago

Papua New Guinea assesses damage after powerful earthquake

Deccan Chronicle  

Wellington: Disaster relief workers in Papua New Guinea were assessing the extent of damage in a remote region Monday following a powerful magnitude 7.0 earthquake. Some buildings and homes were destroyed near the quake's epicentre in the northern part of the Pacific nation, said Mathew Moihoi, the acting assistant director of the Port Moresby Geophysical Observatory. Papua New Guinea is …

Papua New Guinea earthquake: there is a disaster on our doorstep that's being ignored
7 years ago

Papua New Guinea earthquake: there is a disaster on our doorstep that's being ignored

ABC  

The piercing wailing builds as the young boy's body, lifeless, is cradled by an older man to safe ground. The boy is the latest victim of a devastating magnitude 7.5 earthquake that struck Papua New Guinea almost a month ago. There are few places in the world as remote, and inaccessible, as the highlands of Papua New Guinea where the …

Papua New Guinea earthquake: Death toll rises to 67 as blocked roads, power outages hinder recovery efforts
7 years ago

Papua New Guinea earthquake: Death toll rises to 67 as blocked roads, power outages hinder recovery efforts

Firstpost  

At least 67 people were killed by a earthquake that devastated Papua New Guinea’s remote highlands last week, the Red Cross said, leaving thousands homeless Sydney: At least 67 people were killed by a major earthquake that devastated Papua New Guinea’s remote highlands last week, the Red Cross said on Monday, with thousands homeless and without food and clean water. …

Papua New Guinea declares state of emergency following devastating earthquake
7 years ago

Papua New Guinea declares state of emergency following devastating earthquake

ABC  

The Papua New Guinea Government has declared a state of emergency for parts of its Highlands Region devastated by a magnitude-7.5 earthquake, as Australia prepares to fly aid to affected areas. Key points: The Australian Government has promised $200,000 in aid PNG has allocated $180 million for relief and restoration Australian-listed company Oil Search has also had to shut down …

PNG earthquake: Cracked roads, landslide rubble cuts off town hit hard by quake
7 years ago

PNG earthquake: Cracked roads, landslide rubble cuts off town hit hard by quake

ABC  

The Papua New Guinea Government says there has been extensive damage to the town nearest to the epicentre of a powerful earthquake. "I was on the ground when one hit and I can just see the evidence people start running and screaming everywhere and it shows me that they're still very much scared of what actually happened," he said. Mr …

Powerful 7.5 magnitude earthquake hits Papua New Guinea, disrupts communications, oil and gas operations
7 years, 1 month ago

Powerful 7.5 magnitude earthquake hits Papua New Guinea, disrupts communications, oil and gas operations

Firstpost  

The quake hit Papua New Guinea’s mountainous interior and US scientists said there was no tsunami threat. Wellington/Melbourne: A powerful 7.5-magnitude earthquake struck Papua New Guinea’s Southern Highlands province early on Monday, the US Geological Survey said, disrupting communications and oil and gas operations. The tremor hit near the centre of Papua New Guinea’s main island around 560 kilometres from …

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