From BBC News · · 1 min
Miraculous Tunnel Rescues Fuel Hope in Nepal
Two survivors pulled from a flooded tunnel offer a rare spark of hope after devastating flash floods kill over 1,300 people.
In brief
Two survivors pulled from a flooded tunnel offer a rare spark of hope after devastating flash floods kill over 1,300 people. Even amidst overwhelming disaster, targeted tunnel rescue efforts show survivors can endure against steep odds. Originally reported by BBC News.
Rescued after a week
Two people were pulled alive from a tunnel in Nepal more than seven days after catastrophic flash flooding swept the region.
“'A rare moment of joy'”
Massive toll across borders
The flash floods along the Nepal-Tibet border killed more than 1,300 people, leaving vast destruction in their wake.
Battling mud and debris
Nepal's army is continuing its search operations, though thick layers of mud and heavy rocks are making rescue work extremely difficult.
A spark of hope
The miraculous survival of the two individuals has given waiting families renewed hope that their missing relatives might still be alive.
Racing to reach dozens
Emergency crews are now working urgently to reach dozens more people who may still be trapped inside the tunnel system.
“'Layer upon layer of miracles'”
The takeaway
Even amidst overwhelming disaster, targeted tunnel rescue efforts show survivors can endure against steep odds.
