Rescue of Nepal hydropower workers ‘triumph for humans and humanity’, tunnelling expert says
Rescuers in Nepal have pulled out multiple people alive from a hydropower tunnel 10 days after devastating floods hit the country. At least two people, including a Chinese national and a Nepali woman, were rescued alive from the tunnel. The rescue efforts have been hailed as a 'triumph for humans and humanity' by tunnelling experts. The floods occurred on the Nepal-Tibet border and trapped many workers in the hydropower tunnel.
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- ✓ At least two people were rescued alive from the hydropower tunnel 10 days after the floods.
- ✓ A Chinese national and a Nepali woman were among those rescued alive from the tunnel.
- ✓ The rescue efforts have been hailed as a 'triumph for humans and humanity' by tunnelling experts.
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Rescuers have pulled out multiple people alive from the hydropower tunnel 10 days after the floods, including a Chinese national and a Nepali woman.
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Rescuers in Nepal pull multiple people alive from hydropower tunnel 10 days after floods
Rescuers in Nepal have pulled out multiple people alive from a hydropower tunnel 10 days after devastating floods hit the country. At least two people, including a Chinese national and a Nepali woman, were rescued alive from the tunnel. The rescue efforts have been hailed as a 'triumph for humans and humanity' by tunnelling experts. The floods occurred on the Nepal-Tibet border and trapped many workers in the hydropower tunnel.
Why it matters
The flash floods on the Nepal-Tibet border caused significant damage and trapped many workers in the hydropower tunnel. Rescue efforts have been ongoing for over a week, with multiple people being pulled out alive. The rescues have brought hope to the families of those still trapped and have been hailed as a major success.
What is confirmed
- At least two people were rescued alive from the hydropower tunnel 10 days after the floods.
- A Chinese national and a Nepali woman were among those rescued alive from the tunnel.
- The rescue efforts have been hailed as a 'triumph for humans and humanity' by tunnelling experts.
What to watch next
- Further rescues from the hydropower tunnel
- Official confirmation of the number of people still trapped
- Update on the condition of those rescued
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