Nepal tunnel rescue: WhatsApp network helps find trapped workers

By The Hindu

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A network of more than 500 engineers is helping Nepal’s rescue teams search for workers trapped or missing inside hydropower tunnels after the devastating August 26 flash floods. Engineers are sharing tunnel layouts, technical drawings and information through a WhatsApp group. The rescue effort has already seen a breakthrough, with two workers rescued alive after spending nine days inside a flooded tunnel at the Upper Trishuli 3A hydropower project. Thank you for watching our video! You can subscribe to our channel here: https://bit.ly/3c8Adi6 Visit https://www.thehindu.com/ for the latest updates, analysis, opinions, and more. You can also download our apps: Android: https://bit.ly/3nboBEi iOs: https://apple.co/3EDCwt4 The Hindu is committed to keeping you up-to-date with information on the developments in India and the world. We promise to deliver quality journalism that stays away from vested interest and political propaganda. You can support us by subscribing to our digital

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