Climate · Port Moresby, Papua New Guinea · October 30, 2026

Papua New Guinea drought a national crisis

Reported by 1 outlet · under-reported · first reported Oct 29, 9:45 PM ET

As many as 8 million people face food shortages, blackouts and clinic closures. El Niño drought dried rivers and failed farms.

Why it matters

Millions face hunger.

Background

El Niño brings dry spells.

The story so far

1. Oct 29Papua New Guinea drought a 'national crisis'
2. Oct 30Papua New Guinea drought a national crisis

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Sources

• The Guardian ↗Oct 29, 9:45 PM ET

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