9 Koreans remain missing, 9 others safely evacuated as Seoul dispatches rapid-response team to Nepal following flood
The South Korean government has pledged $1 million in humanitarian aid to Nepal while search efforts continue for nine Korean workers who went missing after a devastating flood and mudslide struck a dam construction site. The workers were employees of Korea South-East Power (KOEN) and Doosan Enerbility and were staying in a dormitory believed to have been swept away by the flood. Meanwhile, another group of nine Koreans stranded near the site was safely evacuated by Nepali military helicopters.
South Korea has sent an 11-member rapid-response team to Nepal and is working closely with Nepali authorities to locate the missing workers. President Lee Jae Myung ordered officials to use every available means to support the search and rescue operation. Difficult conditions, including destroyed roads, bridges and poor communication, have made it challenging for rescuers to reach the affected area. South Korea is also considering sending its Korea Disaster Relief Team if Nepal approves.
The disaster has caused widespread destruction in Nepal, with around 165 people reported dead and hundreds of tourists still missing. The Upper Trishuli-1 hydropower project, where the Korean workers were stationed, was about 84% complete before the flood, but much of the construction site and base camp was destroyed. Despite the tragedy, Korean officials and company leaders have promised to work closely with Nepal and do everything possible to rescue the missing workers.
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Source:https://www.koreajoongangdaily.com/korea/9-koreans-remain-missing-9-others-safely-evacuated-as-seoul-dispatches-rapidresponse-team-to-nepal-following-flood/12847627 |
