What is the progress in the search for workers trapped in Nepal’s flooded hydropowers?
Summary
Search and rescue operations have intensified at hydropower tunnels along the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli corridor after devastating floods left workers missing or trapped. Teams are pumping out water, clearing access routes and entering tunnels at several projects, while 279 people have already been rescued alive.
Key Points
- Rescue operations have intensified at hydropower tunnels along the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli corridor after last week’s floods left workers missing or trapped.
- The Nepali Army said rescue teams have located the tunnel head at the Upper Trishuli-3A project and are pumping in air and draining water to enable entry.
- Specialist teams are also trying to enter the Upper Trishuli-3B tunnel, while foreign rescuers have entered about 50 metres into the Chilime Hydropower tunnel.
- The army said 279 people were rescued alive from various hydropower projects immediately after the floods.
