Search for Workers in Nepal Flooded Tunnels Continues

A team of Nepali authorities and rescue workers remains optimistic that dozens of workers trapped in hydropower tunnels could still be alive, citing the presence of chambers equipped with air supplies. The tunnels, part of a large-scale hydropower project, have been sealed by a sudden landslide and heavy rainfall that has worsened the conditions for rescue operations.

Rescue teams are contending with severe weather and persistent rain, which has impeded access and slowed progress. Despite these challenges, officials are continuing to search for survivors, monitoring air quality in the chambers and coordinating with international experts to assess the situation. The situation remains fluid, with authorities urging patience as they work to locate and evacuate any remaining workers.