Tunnel-based search, rescue operations most challenging: Nepali Army
Summary
The Nepali Army says tunnel-based search and rescue operations were the most difficult part of the response to the Bhotekoshi-Trishuli floods, which left multiple people dead and required complex rescue efforts in hydropower tunnels. The army, police, local bodies and other agencies also carried out medical support, temporary shelter, road access and bridge restoration work in the affected areas.
Key Points
- Tunnel-based search and rescue operations were the most challenging part of the disaster response, according to the Nepali Army.
- Seven people were rescued alive from hydropower project tunnels, while 37 bodies were recovered from Upper Trishuli-1 and five bodies and remains from the Chilime tunnel.
- Emergency treatment centres, medical patrols, shelters and sanitization campaigns were set up in the affected areas.
- A 60-metre bailey bridge was installed over the Tadi River and other temporary transport links were restored to improve access.
