Tragedy in Asiko: Ten Dead as Cyclone Maila Ravages Bougainville
Eight people, including a family of four, were killed in a Central Bougainville landslide following Cyclone Maila. Australia pledges $2.5m in aid for the region.
By: AXL Media
Published: Apr 14, 2026, 3:32 AM EDT
Source: RNZ Pacific
The Asiko Village Disaster
The tragedy struck early Thursday evening as heavy rains saturated the steep terrain of Central Bougainville. Local reports from NBC News confirm that the deceased include:
A family of four: A couple, their son, and their grandchild.
Injuries: Several others, including a pregnant mother, were injured and are currently receiving treatment at the Kakusida Health Centre.
Search and recovery teams have successfully recovered the bodies of the victims, and a formal government assessment is underway to determine the total extent of the damage to infrastructure and agriculture.
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