Rescuers evacuate the first of 5 villagers found trapped in a cave in Laos; 2 still missing
Summary
Rescue divers in Laos evacuated the first of five villagers trapped in a flooded cave for over a week. The rescue teams, from Laos and Thailand, continue to work to free the remaining people and search for two others still missing.Key Facts
- Five villagers were trapped inside a cave in Laos due to floodwaters for more than a week.
- Rescue divers found the group on Wednesday and began evacuation efforts.
- The first rescued villager was helped out of the cave with a head lamp and appeared unsteady.
- Lao and Thai rescue workers cooperated in the rescue operation.
- After rescuing the first villager, teams are working to free the other four trapped inside.
- Two additional people are still missing and rescue workers are trying to find them.
- The rescue has attracted attention on social media, where updates and videos have been shared.
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