Digicel assists Manam islanders

Over 800 Digicel subscribers living on Manam Island were given access by Digicel PNG to call for any assistance following yesterday morning's eruption.

Lorna McPherson, Digicel PNG's Senior Vice President and Chief Sales Officer, said the company's immediate concern was that locals on the island are safe, and are able to communicate with authorities for help.

Manam volcano in Madang Province erupted again at about 5am on August 25th.

Peter Sukua, a local leader from Baliau village, called this newsroom from the island to report that the volcano spewed ashes and lava.

He reported destruction to gardens and main village tracks have closed due to fallen trees.

He said earlier yesterday that villagers started organising for evacuation, and have called for assistance from authorities.

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