Devastating floods struck the hydropower tunnel site in Nepal on 2026‑08‑26, which left more than 100 people trapped[1]
The Nepali army used drilling equipment on 2026‑08‑29 to rescue people trapped inside the tunnel[1]
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Floods Strike Hydropower Tunnel
Devastating floods struck the hydropower tunnel site in Nepal on 26 August 2026, leaving more than 100 people trapped inside the tunnel.[1]
Army Deploys Drilling Equipment
On 29 August, Nepali army rescue teams began a search and rescue operation by employing drilling equipment to penetrate the flooded tunnel and reach the trapped individuals.[1]
The operation remains developing, with rescue crews continuing to access the tunnel to locate survivors.[1]
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