Thousands of residents in Papua New Guinea were ordered to evacuate from the path of an active landslide on Tuesday, following the collapse of parts of a mountain. The government’s urgent evacuation order comes after the landslide buried an initial estimate of more than 2,000 people. Emergency response teams are on the ground, working tirelessly to ensure the safety of those affected and to prevent further casualties. The situation remains critical as authorities continue to monitor the stability of the region and provide support to the displaced communities.
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Papua New Guinea orders evacuations from 'active' landslide path
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