Search and rescue operation to continue in tunnels until breakthrough: Nepali Army
Summary
The Nepali Army says search and rescue operations inside flood-damaged hydropower tunnels will continue until a breakthrough is achieved or the government decides otherwise. Officials estimate that as many as 121 people may be trapped after the Bhotekoshi flood in Rasuwa district, while foreign rescue teams have joined the effort.
Key Points
- The Nepali Army will keep search and rescue operations going inside tunnels of flood-damaged hydropower projects until a breakthrough is found or the government orders otherwise.
- Officials estimate that up to 121 people could be trapped in tunnels affected by the recent Bhotekoshi flood.
- Rescue efforts are being carried out across air, ground and tunnel search zones with support from other security agencies and foreign rescue teams.
- The government says relief has reached most affected areas and security personnel are working round the clock on search, rescue and relief operations.
