What were the challenges faced during the rescue operations in Uttarkashi tunnel collapse
Landslide and technical issues in drilling machine affected the rescue operations in Uttarkashi tunnel collapse.
The rescue operations in Uttarkashi tunnel collapse faced several challenges, including landslide and technical issues with the drilling machine.
- Landslide: One of the major challenges was the presence of landslides in the area. The debris from the collapse posed a serious threat to the rescue personnel, making it difficult to access the trapped individuals. The unstable nature of the terrain made rescue operations even more challenging.
- Technical issues with drilling machine: Another obstacle was the technical malfunction of the drilling machine used to create a passage for the trapped individuals. This delayed the rescue efforts as it took time to fix the machine and resume drilling. Such technical issues hindered the smooth progress of the operation.
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