Five villagers found alive in Laos cave as search continues for two missing
Five villagers trapped in a flooded cave in Laos have been found alive after more than a week. However, two others remain missing as rescue efforts continue. The villagers had entered the cave on May 19, but heavy rains caused flash flooding that blocked their exit.
- ▪Five villagers were discovered safe in a flooded cave in Xaisomboun province, Laos.
- ▪The group had been trapped since May 19 due to heavy rains that caused flash flooding.
- ▪Rescue teams, including divers from Thailand, are continuing the search for the two missing villagers.
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Members of a rescue team work to save the seven people trapped in a cave by flood waters. Photograph: Metta Tham Kalasin Rescue/ReutersView image in fullscreenMembers of a rescue team work to save the seven people trapped in a cave by flood waters. Photograph: Metta Tham Kalasin Rescue/ReutersLaosFive villagers found alive in Laos cave as search continues for two missingVideo appears to show divers discovering group sitting on a rock surrounded by flood water, as search efforts continue for the missing Associated Press in BangkokWed 27 May 2026 07.04 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleFive villagers stuck in a flooded cave in central Laos for more than a week have been found alive, rescuers said on Wednesday, but two others are missing.The villagers entered the cave in Xaisomboun…
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