Full-scale rescue operations begin for 9 missing South Koreans in Nepal landslide
A tragic accident has occurred in Nepal, where nine South Koreans have gone missing following a massive landslide. Local authorities and the South Korean government have dispatched emergency rescue teams and begun full-scale search operations to locate the missing individuals.
Currently, rescue operations in Nepal are facing significant difficulties due to continuous heavy rainfall and unstable ground conditions. The accident site is located in a mountainous region that is extremely difficult to access, and the safety of rescue workers is also being threatened by the risk of further collapses.
Our government has urgently dispatched a rapid response team from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs to the site and is cooperating closely with Nepalese authorities. The rescue team is utilizing drones and specialized equipment to conduct an intensive search, focusing on areas where the missing persons are believed to be.
As this accident occurred in an area frequently visited by South Korean travelers, there is great concern among the public. The government is sharing real-time updates with the families of the missing and has stated that it will do its utmost to assist in the rescue by mobilizing all available resources.
Although the pace of the rescue operation is slow, efforts are continuing day and night at the scene to find even one more survivor. The government plans to further expand the search area as soon as weather conditions improve.