Rescue efforts continue on Nepal-Tibet border after flash flood
Rescue operations are ongoing following a flash flood that has left over 2,400 people missing. Efforts are focused on locating workers trapped in affected areas. (sources: bbc)
Rescue teams are in their fifth day of operations on the Nepal-Tibet border, searching for more than 2,400 individuals reported missing after a flash flood. Efforts include tunneling to reach approximately 900 workers believed to be trapped.
- Rescue operations have been underway for five days.
- Over 2,400 people are reported missing due to the flash flood.
- Rescuers are attempting to reach around 900 workers trapped in tunnels.
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