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disasters2 years ago

Delays and setbacks plague Indian tunnel rescue mission

The rescue operation to free 41 workers trapped in a collapsed tunnel in the Indian Himalayas is expected to take longer than anticipated after a heavy drill used to break through debris was damaged. The last 10-15 meters of the tunnel will now have to be manually drilled using handheld power tools. The trapped workers, who have been stuck in the tunnel for two weeks, are safe and have access to essential supplies. The operation is becoming more complex, and authorities have not provided a timeline for the rescue. The tunnel collapse occurred on the Char Dham pilgrimage route, a major infrastructure project in India.

natural-disasters2 years ago

"Man-made Disaster: Glacial Lake Flooding in Indian Himalayas Claims 40 Lives, Dozens Still Missing"

At least 40 people have been killed and dozens are still missing after a glacial lake in the Indian Himalayas burst its banks, triggering flash floods. The Lhonak Lake in the state of Sikkim overflowed after heavy rains and an apparent avalanche, causing major flooding in the Teesta river. This is one of the worst disasters in the region in over 50 years and is attributed to climate change. Rescue operations are underway, but the challenging terrain and damaged infrastructure have hampered efforts. An estimated 75 people are still missing, and thousands have been impacted by the disaster.