Woman rescued alive after 10 days trapped in debris-buried house

Summary

A 64-year-old woman was rescued alive after spending 10 days trapped in the upper floor of a debris-buried house in Betrawati, Nuwakot. She was flown by helicopter for initial treatment as authorities continued responding to the destruction caused by the Bhotekoshi flood.

Key Points
  • A 64-year-old woman was rescued alive from a house buried under debris in Betrawati, Nuwakot, 10 days after becoming trapped.
  • Chandika Kumari Shrestha was found unconscious and taken for initial treatment after the rescue.
  • A nine-member Armed Police Force team led by Inspector Suman Kumar BK carried out the rescue.
  • The rescue took place on the 11th day after the Bhotekoshi flood, which caused widespread destruction and left thousands missing.
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