5 of 7 people trapped in flooded Laos cave for more than a week found alive
Five of the seven villagers trapped in a flooded cave in Laos have been found alive after more than a week. Rescuers continue to search for the remaining two individuals who are still missing. The villagers had entered the cave on May 19, but heavy rains caused flash flooding that blocked their exit.
- ▪Five villagers trapped in a flooded cave in Laos were found alive after more than a week.
- ▪Two individuals are still missing, and the search for them is ongoing.
- ▪The villagers entered the cave on May 19, but heavy rain caused flash flooding that trapped them.
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World 5 of 7 people trapped in flooded Laos cave for more than a week found alive, rescuers say May 27, 2026 / 6:54 AM EDT / CBS/AP Add CBS News on Google Bangkok — Five villagers stuck in a flooded cave in central Laos for more than a week were found alive, rescuers said Wednesday, but two others are missing.The villagers entered the cave in Xaisomboun province on May 19, but heavy rain triggered flash flooding that blocked the exit and trapped seven people, according to Lao and Thai rescue teams involved in the operation.
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