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Nepal floods: Two workers pulled alive from tunnel after nine days

Nepal floods: Two workers pulled alive from tunnel after nine days

Summary

Two workers trapped inside a hydropower tunnel in Nepal were rescued alive after being stuck for nine days. This rescue happened after severe flash floods along the Nepal-Tibet border caused over 1,200 deaths.

Key Facts

  • Two workers were trapped in a tunnel for nine days due to mud and flood damage.
  • Both workers had injuries on their hands and legs when rescued.
  • They were airlifted to a hospital in Kathmandu for medical care.
  • The floods struck the Nepal-Tibet border region.
  • More than 1,200 people died because of the flash floods.
  • Rescue teams worked for over a week to save the trapped men.
  • The floods caused widespread destruction and many missing people.
  • DNA tests are being used to identify victims from the floods.
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