Bodies recovered after multiple PNG boating disasters, dozens missing
Papua New Guinea authorities have recovered several bodies and are searching for dozens still missing after multiple boating incidents in recent days.
Multiple separate boating incidents have been reported in Papua New Guinea waters over recent days. Authorities have recovered a number of bodies, with reports of up to 12 confirmed deaths. Dozens of people remain missing as search efforts continue.
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Eight bodies recovered after PNG boating disaster, more missing from separate incidents
Three boating incidents have been reported in Papua New Guinea waters, resulting in several confirmed deaths and dozens still missing.
RNZ
12 bodies recovered in PNG maritime disasters as searches continue
Papua New Guinea authorities are managing several separate cases of missing people due to boating incidents in recent days.