Kathmandu: A Chinese national was pulled alive from a tunnel in Nepal on Saturday, authorities said, 10 days after a wall of ice, rock, and mud tore through a Himalayan valley, killing more than 1,300 people.
According to France24.com, the rescue operation provided a rare glimmer of hope amid the devastating aftermath of the natural disaster. The individual was found trapped within the debris-filled tunnel, where rescue teams had been tirelessly working to locate survivors. The successful extraction of the Chinese national comes as a significant relief to rescuers, who have been facing challenging conditions in their search efforts throughout the region.
The flash flood, which struck the valley with devastating force, has left a trail of destruction in its wake, with more than 1,300 fatalities reported. The rescue mission, involving local authorities and international aid, continues to search for other potential survivors while providing urgent assistance to those affected by the disaster. The extent of the damage has prompted increased calls for international aid and support to aid recovery and rehabilitation efforts in the affected areas.