Dozens of trapped hydropower tunnel workers in Nepal could still be alive, official says
Summary
Dozens of workers are missing after flash floods hit hydropower plants in Nepal. Officials believe at least 46 workers trapped in an underground chamber of the Rasuwagadhi hydropower plant may still be alive, as they could have food, water, and air pockets.Key Facts
- Deadly flash floods occurred in Nepal from a glacier collapse on the Nepal-China border.
- At least 1,252 people have died, and more than 4,200 remain missing due to the floods.
- The floods destroyed hydropower plants, villages, bridges, and caused 2.2 million tonnes of debris.
- More than 270 people have been rescued so far from the hydropower projects.
- 46 workers are believed trapped but alive inside an underground chamber at Rasuwagadhi hydropower plant.
- Rescue teams are using heavy machinery to reach trapped workers in tunnels blocked by mud and debris.
- The Rasuwagadhi and Upper Trishuli 3A hydropower plants are key rescue locations with possible survivors.
- The area around Rasuwagadhi is remote and difficult to access except by helicopter.
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