Five Villagers Rescued from Flooded Cave in Laos, Two Still Missing

Rescue teams have successfully saved five villagers who were trapped in a flooded cave in Xaisomboun province, Laos, for more than a week. The group, initially consisting of seven individuals, became trapped on May 19 due to flash floods triggered by heavy rains.

Bounkham Luanglath of Rescue Volunteer for People confirmed the successful rescue of five individuals. However, the search for the remaining two continues. The event has been partially documented by a Thai rescue team with video footage showing divers finding the villagers perched on a rock surrounded by water.

(With inputs from agencies.)