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        <h2>Disaster Damage and Impact Assessment</h2>
        <p>The eruption of Mt. Ulawun led to significant disruptions and evacuations:</p><ul><li>Affected approximately 16,000 people in East and West New Britain.</li><li>6,800 people evacuated to care centers.</li><li>Air Niugini flights to Hoskins Airport were canceled.</li><li>Ashfall observed across Talesea District to Kimbe.</li><li>Provincial state of emergency declared in West New Britain.</li></ul>
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        <h2>How to Self-Rescue and Seek Help</h2>
        <ul><li>Follow evacuation orders from local authorities immediately.</li><li>Wear masks to avoid inhaling ash particles.</li><li>Stay indoors during ashfall if you haven't evacuated.</li><li>Contact emergency services for assistance if you are unable to evacuate.</li><li>Avoid driving in heavy ashfall to prevent accidents and vehicle damage.</li></ul>
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        <h2>Emergency Kit Preparation Tips</h2>
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            Below is a rough emergency preparation guide. Using Planbowl, you can <a href="https://www.planbowl.com">customize
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        <ul><li>Face masks and goggles to protect against ash inhalation.</li><li>Food and water supplies to last at least 72 hours.</li><li>Important documents in a waterproof container.</li><li>First aid kit with essential medications.</li><li>Battery-operated radio and extra batteries.</li><li>Flashlights and lanterns with extra batteries.</li></ul>
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The eruption of Mt. Ulawun in Papua New Guinea on June 26, 2019, caused significant disruption, affecting around 16,000 people and triggering mass evacuations.

Eruption of Mt. Ulawun Volcano in Papua New Guinea

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On June 26, 2019, the Ulawun volcano in East New Britain, Papua New Guinea, erupted, emitting ash plumes up to 20,000 meters. The eruption affected approximately 16,000 people in both East and West New Britain, with about 6,800 people evacuated to care centers. The volcanic activity is subsiding, and authorities are assessing the impacted areas while the alert level is being lowered.

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