Farmers in the Gembogl region of Papua New Guinea’s Simbu province are appealing for disaster relief following recent frost damage to crops. The frost occurred Monday and Tuesday nights, impacting farmland at the base of Mount Wilhelm. Simultaneously, other areas within the Mitnande LLG are experiencing water shortages due to extended dry conditions. Residents fear the current situation could mirror the severe drought of 1997, leading to significant harvest failures. Local communities have requested the district disaster office to intervene and provide assistance. The extent of the crop damage is currently being assessed, but concerns are rising about food security in the affected areas. The situation is compounded by ongoing dry weather patterns.