Thick layer of ash delays emergency aid supplies for Tonga

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2 years ago

January 18, 2022

Brittany Coles

Australia and New Zealand sent surveillance flights on Monday to assess the damage after Tonga was isolated from the rest of the world when Saturday’s eruption blanketed the Pacific Island with ash

There is currently a thick layer of ash coating the 2.6 kilometre runway of Fua’amotu International Airport.

This means there is a delay with Royal New Zealand Air Force Hercules that is carrying emergency supplies.

A distress signal has also been detected in a low-lying island following the volcanic eruption, as flagged by the UN.

The UN Humanitarian reports of significant infrastructural damage around the main island following the tsunami that occurred after the Tonga Volcano eruption

As assessments on damage continues.. authorities have called for immediate assistance, in particular for fresh water and water

In support, UNICEF Australia has announced emergency assistance.

The organisation says its ready to transport pre-positioned emergency supplies to assist Tonga including clean water, hygiene kits, tarpaulins, recreational kits and tents

As the situation in #Tonga is assessed, UNICEF is ready to transport our pre-positioned emergency supplies to those in need, including: clean water, hygiene kits, tarpaulins, recreational kits & tents.

Our thoughts are with all the children, families and communities impacted. pic.twitter.com/L8djKg8o19
— UNICEF Australia (@unicefaustralia) January 17, 2022

UNICEF pacific representative says we are on standby to provide humanitarian support to the government of tonga and its people effected”

Emergency efforts are still unfolding as communication remains limited due to disruption caused by the volcano.

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