'Search and rescue operation to continue in tunnels'
Summary
The Nepali Army will continue search and rescue operations inside tunnels of flood-damaged hydropower projects until survivors are found or the government decides otherwise. Officials say as many as 121 people may be trapped after the Bhotekoshi flood in Rasuwa district, while relief deliveries continue to hard-hit areas by helicopter.
Key Points
- The Nepali Army says it will keep searching tunnels in flood-damaged hydropower projects until a breakthrough is achieved or the government stops the operation.
- The army estimates up to 121 people may be trapped inside tunnels after the Bhotekoshi flood in Rasuwa district.
- Search operations are being carried out across air, ground and tunnel areas with help from other security agencies and foreign rescue teams.
- Officials say relief and essential supplies are being delivered to inaccessible areas by helicopter while security personnel remain mobilized around the clock.
