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Bam Island (Papua New Guinea)
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| Geography | |
|---|---|
| Coordinates | 3°37′S 144°49′E / 3.61°S 144.81°E |
| Archipelago | Schouten Islands |
| Area | 3.84 km2 (1.48 sq mi) |
| Administration | |
Papua New Guinea | |
| Province | East Sepik |
Bam, also known as Biem, is a small volcanic island off the coast of Papua New Guinea, 40 km (25 mi) north northeast of the Sepik river mouth. It represents the southernmost island of the Schouten Islands. The northern coast of the island is inhabited by a village and coconut groves.[1] Much of the island is forested, except along its south flank. As of 2018, the island has a population of approximately 3,000 people.[2]
- ^ Sailing directions (Enroute): New Guinea (PDF) (12 ed.). National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency. 2018. p. 164. Archived from the original (PDF) on 25 June 2018.
- ^ Murray-Atfield, Yara (14 January 2018). "PNG Governor orders evacuation of second volcano as eruption fears mount". ABC News. Retrieved 12 September 2022.
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