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Two trapped workers are pulled alive from Nepal tunnel more than a week after deadly floods

Rescue operations in Nepal center on three hydropower project tunnels where authorities believe dozens of workers could still be trapped, two weeks after catastrophic glacial floods struck the region. The search follows recent successes that pulled survivors from blocked tunnels nine to ten days after the disaster. Nepal observed a national day of mourning with candlelight vigils for the victims, as families of the missing continued to pray for survivors.

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Authorities announced that rescue operations are specifically targeting three hydropower project tunnels.

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  1. Nepal Rescuers Target Tunnels for Trapped Workers

    Rescue operations in Nepal center on three hydropower project tunnels where authorities believe dozens of workers could still be trapped, two weeks after catastrophic glacial floods struck the region. The search follows recent successes that pulled survivors from blocked tunnels nine to ten days after the disaster. Nepal observed a national day of mourning with candlelight vigils for the victims, as families of the missing continued to pray for survivors.

    Why it matters

    Devastating glacial floods triggered by a glacier collapse have caused at least 1,300 deaths and left more than 5,500 people missing across Nepal and China. The disaster has severely impacted hydropower infrastructure, leading rescue teams to concentrate on blocked underground tunnels where hundreds of workers were stationed. In predominantly Hindu Nepal, traditional mourning periods last 13 days, coinciding with the ongoing search efforts.

    What is confirmed

    • Nepal held a national day of mourning with candlelight vigils for victims of devastating glacial floods.
    • Rescuers in Nepal are focusing on three hydropower project tunnels where authorities believe dozens of workers could be trapped.

    Still unconfirmed

    • As many as 121 out of 900 hydropower workers could be trapped in tunnels.

    What to watch next

    • Updates on the search operations inside the three targeted hydropower tunnels
    • Confirmation of the total number of workers rescued or recovered from the tunnels
    Sources used for this update (4)
    1. uk.news.yahoo.com — Nepal rescue focused on workers trapped in three tunnels
    2. www.nbcdfw.com — Nepal holds a day of mourning after floods kill at least 1,300 people
    3. www.news24.com — Nepal holds day of mourning as families pray missing still alive
    4. bnc.bilyonaryo.com — Nepal rescuers focus on 900 hydropower workers, 121 could be trapped in tunnels
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  2. Four survivors rescued as Nepal flood death toll reaches 1,372

    Rescue teams have saved four people from catastrophic floods on the Nepal-China border, including two workers pulled from a hydropower tunnel and a 60-year-old woman found in a four-story building. These rescues occurred between nine and ten days after the disaster. AFP reports at least 1,372 deaths and more than 5,500 people missing across both countries. Search operations entered their 12th day on Sunday, though rescuers continue to face challenging conditions while searching for those trapped in blocked tunnels.

    Why it matters

    A glacial and mountain collapse triggered the floods on the border of Nepal and China. The disaster caused widespread destruction and trapped hundreds of workers in hydropower project tunnels. Efforts remain focused on locating thousands of missing persons.

    What is confirmed

    • Four survivors were rescued from the flood aftermath.
    • At least 1,372 people died and over 5,500 are missing across Nepal and China.
    • A 60-year-old woman was found alive in a four-story building.
    • A Chinese man was rescued from a hydropower tunnel.

    Still unconfirmed

    • 500 people remain trapped in tunnels.

    What to watch next

    • Updates on the number of missing persons across the China-Nepal border
    • Reports on the status of the 500 people allegedly trapped in tunnels
    Sources used for this update (7)
    1. www.cnn.com — Two more people rescued in Nepal 10 days after devastating floods
    2. www.dailymail.com — Nepal rescuers find man and woman alive 10 days after devastating floods - with 500 still trapped in tunnels
    3. www.theadvocate.com.au — Two rescued in Nepal, relatives seek Tibet missing info
    4. english.aawsat.com — Nepali Rescuers Buoyed by Miracle Finds but Tough Conditions Persist
    5. www.1news.co.nz — Two dead, 10 missing after Typhoon Saudel causes mudslide in China
    6. www.1news.co.nz — Volcanic eruption cancels flights, closes airports in Indonesia
    7. calgary.citynews.ca — Thousands attend Calgary’s Annual Pride Parade 2026
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  3. Rescuers pull survivors from Nepal hydropower tunnel after deadly floods

    Rescuers have recovered multiple survivors from a hydropower tunnel in Nepal following devastating floods. Two workers were pulled alive from the mud-filled tunnel on Friday, nine days after the disaster. On Saturday, authorities reported the rescue of a Chinese national ten days after the event. One of the rescued workers, a Nepali foreman, stated he remained in the tunnel to assist others. Rescuers continue to search for dozens more people trapped in the tunnel as the broader search for thousands of missing persons continues.

    Why it matters

    A wall of ice, rock, and mud tore through a valley on Nepal's Trishuli River. The disaster killed more than 1,300 people and left over 5,600 missing.

    What is confirmed

    • Two workers were rescued alive from a hydropower tunnel nine days after the flood.
    • A Chinese national was pulled alive from a tunnel on Saturday, 10 days after the flash flood.
    • The floods killed more than 1,300 people.
    • Over 5,600 people remain missing.
    • The tunnel is linked to a hydropower station on Nepal's Trishuli River.

    Still unconfirmed

    • A woman was pulled alive from mud ten days after the floods.
    • Nearly 4,000 people remain missing.

    What to watch next

    • Confirmation of the number of people still trapped in the tunnel
    • Updates on the status of the 5,600 missing persons
    Sources used for this update (19)
    1. CNN — Voices heard at flood-stricken Nepali power plant where scores trapped
    2. CNN — Nepal-China floods latest: Nepal rescuers race against clock to find survivors as nearly 4,000 remain missing
    3. The Guardian — Nepal-Tibet flash flood: Two workers pulled alive from hydropower tunnel nine days after disaster
    4. NBC News — Two trapped workers are pulled alive from Nepal tunnel more than a week after deadly floods
    5. WSJ — Two Men Pulled Alive From Tunnel Nine Days After Nepal Flood
    6. The New York Times — Inside the Nepal Tunnel Rescue Operation
    7. NPR — 2 trapped workers rescued from a hydropower tunnel 9 days after Nepal floods
    8. The Guardian — A tunnel rescue and a flooded wedding: photos of the day – Friday
    9. BBC — Nepal rescuers try to reach dozens trapped in tunnel after two found alive
    10. USA Today — Visuals show incredible rescue from Nepal flooding, aftermath
    11. Reuters — Nepali foreman rescued from tunnel says he stayed behind to help others
    12. BBC — Outside Source | Nepal rescuers try to reach dozens trapped in tunnel
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