Rescuers race to free seven people trapped in flooded Laos cave
Summary
Rescuers are trying to save seven people trapped in a flooded cave in Laos. The group entered the cave to search for gold and animals but got stuck when rain and landslides blocked the entrance.Key Facts
- Seven villagers are trapped in a flooded cave in Xaysomboun province, Laos.
- They went into the cave on Wednesday looking for gold and wildlife.
- Heavy rain and landslides sealed the cave entrance, trapping them inside.
- Rescue teams are pumping water out and clearing rocks to reach the trapped people.
- The cave has very narrow passages, some only about 20 inches wide.
- Experts from the 2018 Thai cave rescue are helping with the Laos rescue effort.
- A survivor escaped and alerted authorities about those still trapped.
- Rescuers believe they are within 20 meters (65 feet) of the trapped group but have not found signs of life yet.
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