FAO/GIEWS - Foodcrops & Shortages 09/01 - PAPUA NEW GUINEA (18 September)

PAPUA NEW GUINEA (18 September)

Flooding caused by heavy monsoon rains and tidal waves in August caused extensive damage to crops in several islands, particularly in mainland Bougainville. Food shortages are reported to be affecting some 50 000 Bougainvilleans and Carterets islanders. An urgent appeal for assistance has been issued to the National Government by the Bougainville provincial administration.