Three bodies recovered from flood-hit Chilime hydropower project three weeks later
Summary
Three bodies have been recovered from the Chilime hydropower project in Rasuwa three weeks after floods swept through the area. Search and rescue teams are still working inside the tunnel to find more victims after the August 26 disaster.
Key Points
- Three bodies were recovered from the Chilime hydropower project tunnel in Rasuwa, three weeks after deadly floods hit the area.
- A joint team from the Nepali Army, Indian Army and Nepal Electricity Authority has been searching for people trapped inside the tunnel.
- Rescuers used helicopters to move heavy equipment to Syaphrubesi and clear a route through debris to reach the tunnel.
- The August 26 floods caused major destruction in Rasuwa and nearby districts, damaging infrastructure and leaving many people missing.
