Two Rescued After 10 Days Trapped in Nepal Flood Disaster

Hope has been rekindled in Nepal and Tibet for finding survivors of a devastating flash flood that struck 11 days ago, following the rescue of two individuals who were trapped for ten days. Among them is a 49-year-old Chinese worker, Lu Haitao, who survived in a flooded hydroelectric power station tunnel. He recounted seeing rescue lights and shouting for help, but his calls went unheard.

The disaster, which occurred on August 26th when a large chunk of a glacier collapsed into a river, created a tsunami-like wave that swept away people, homes, and vehicles along the Nepal-Tibet border. The official death toll has surpassed 1,300, with over 4,000 still missing, including more than 580 foreign nationals, two of whom are Israeli citizens.

Lu Haitao was found in a 225-meter tunnel and appeared exhausted but stable, with no visible injuries, though he showed signs of mild hypothermia. His sister expressed immense relief, calling his survival "sheer luck within the disaster." Authorities estimate that around 900 people may still be trapped in similar hydroelectric power station tunnels, and search efforts are ongoing, with specialized drones being deployed to scan narrow, dark passages.

In addition to the tunnel survivors, a 64-year-old woman, Chandika Kumari Shrestha, was rescued from the ruins of her home in the town of Nuwakot. Her rescue was described by Nepal's Prime Minister as having "instilled hope in the entire nation."

Meanwhile, Chinese rescue teams continue to search for hundreds missing at the Gyirong border crossing between China and Nepal, which was completely destroyed by the flood. Heavy excavators and ground-penetrating radar are being used in the search, with the area divided into seven sectors. Families of those trapped anxiously await updates, holding onto hope for their loved ones.