Prime Minister James Marape has warned that PNG Power may be forced to cease electricity generation to Lae and other regions of Papua New Guinea due to the declining water levels at the Yongki Dam in Eastern Highlands Province. The potential shutdown raises concerns about widespread power outages across the country. The government is actively investigating temporary power generation solutions to mitigate the impact of the ongoing dry seasons. This development underscores the vulnerability of PNG’s power infrastructure to climate conditions and the need for sustainable energy alternatives. Details were released by the *Post Courier*. The situation highlights the urgency for long-term energy planning in Papua New Guinea.