Marape implements relief operations

PRIME Minister James Marape says relief operations will be implemented to assist people affected by the recent severe wet weather conditions.
This initiative will be led by the Department of Works and Highways, National Disaster Office, and the Defence Force.
Marape said in a statement on Thursday that king tides, landslips, and other natural disasters resulted from the continuous rain around the country.
“We have already taken steps to provide relief and address the situations through Government agencies.”
Directives have been issued to the Works and Highways Department, National Disaster Office, and Defence Force to send teams to affected areas.
“These teams are tasked with assessing and addressing road slippages and blockages, ensuring expedient restoration of access and support to the affected people,” he said.
“Certain places such as Gumine in Chimbu have been cut off and require urgent attention. Other places in low-lying areas such as Gulf are affected by the continuous rain. We’ve mobilised Government resources to those areas affected.”
He lauded the Department of Works and Highways for its prompt action in Porgera, Enga, following a landslip that severed connections to surrounding areas.