Five villagers found alive in Laos cave as search continues for two missing
Summary
Five villagers trapped in a flooded cave in central Laos for over a week have been found alive by rescue teams, while two others remain missing. Rescue efforts continue in difficult conditions, with help from international divers, including some who took part in a similar Thai cave rescue in 2018.Key Facts
- Seven villagers entered the cave in Xaisomboun province, Laos, on May 19.
- Heavy rain caused flooding that trapped the group inside the cave.
- Five villagers have been found alive; two are still missing.
- Rescue teams from Laos, Thailand, and other countries are involved.
- Divers who helped in the 2018 Thai cave rescue have joined the operation.
- The cave is in a remote, mountainous area about 120 km north of Vientiane, the capital of Laos.
- The cave is difficult to access, requiring a steep 4 km hike and a narrow, rocky entrance.
- Residents sometimes enter the cave looking for gold, despite warnings from authorities about safety risks.
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