rescue operation
Coverage of rescue operation in the Nexus archive.
- Mudslide at Wayanad tunnel road project site; at least one dead, seven missing
A mudslide occurred at the Wayanad tunnel road project site, resulting in at least one death and seven people missing. Authorities suspect more workers or heavy machinery operators may be trapped under debris, with a major rescue operation underway. No fatalities have been officially confirmed yet.
- Texas woman pulled from sewage-filled ravine after days trapped in 104-degree heat
A Texas woman was rescued after being trapped for days in a sewage-filled ravine during 104-degree heat. A dramatic rescue operation saved her life.
- Rescue operation ongoing to free kidnapped Oyo students – Army Chief
The Nigerian Army Chief is leading a rescue operation to free students kidnapped on 15 May from three schools in Orire Local Government Area of Oyo State.
- At Entebbe reunion, ex-hostages say Oct. 7 shattered their faith in Israel’s promise of rescue
Ex-hostages at an Entebbe reunion expressed that the Oct. 7 events shattered their faith in Israel’s promise of rescue. The article references the 50th anniversary of the Entebbe rescue operation, where Israeli paratroopers were paralyzed during the mission.
- Extraordinary moment dog saved from collapsed building after Venezuela earthquakes
Rescuers saved a small dog named Giselle from rubble after Venezuela was hit by devastating twin earthquakes. The operation took five hours to extract the dog from collapsed buildings.
- Searching for Survivors After Venezuela’s Historic Earthquakes
An improvised rescue operation involving civilians, local firefighters, and foreign brigades is underway in Venezuela following historic earthquakes, with nearly fifty thousand people still missing.
- Two rescued, one missing in Pathankayam river in Kozhikode
Two individuals were rescued from the Pathankayam river in Kozhikode, while one person remains missing. The incident occurred in the river, which is located in the Kozhikode region.
- Nigeria: 26 Rescued Alive, Nine Bodies Recovered As Lagos Building Collapse Rescue Enters Critical Ground-Level Phase
26 people were rescued alive and nine bodies were recovered after a building collapse in Lagos, Nigeria, as rescue efforts enter a critical ground-level phase.
- ‘Zero hour is coming’: How Israel went from negotiating over hostages to the daring raid at Entebbe
The article discusses the 50th anniversary of Israel's daring Entebbe raid, highlighting how the government transitioned from hostage negotiations to the rescue operation despite risks. Archival documents reveal the decision-making process behind the mission.
- Police destroy terrorists’ camp in Abuja, arrest four.
Police in Abuja destroyed a terrorists' camp and arrested four individuals following an anti-kidnapping and rescue operation led by Commissioner of Police, FCT Command, Ahmed Sanusi on 9 June in a hilly area.
- Two years after Israel’s Nuseirat ‘rescue’ success, we are still bleeding
Two years after Israel's Nuseirat rescue operation that freed four captives, a family affected by the event continues to experience trauma and physical wounds. The article highlights the lasting impact of the operation on survivors.
- Nigeria Police give more details on operation that rescued ex-minister Adelabu’s relatives
The Nigeria Police provided details on an operation that rescued relatives of ex-minister Adelabu. Preliminary intelligence indicates some suspects escaped with gunshot injuries during the operation.
- Pilot of fighter jet downed over Iran previously shot down in Kuwaiti incident
A pilot involved in a previous friendly-fire incident in Kuwait was downed over Iran by a surface-to-air missile, leading to a rescue operation. The pilot had ejected during the earlier Kuwaiti incident before being shot down again.
- Laos cave rescuer describes moment trapped miners were freed
Mikko Passi, a rescue diver, described the moment miners were freed from a Laos cave after being trapped for 10 days. Two miners remain missing.
- SF Coast Guard crew rescues 3 people trapped in Santa Cruz cave
The United States Coast Guard rescued three people from a cave near Santa Cruz last weekend. The Coast Guard was alerted by Cal Fire officials requesting air assistance.
- Rescuer describes tears, smiles after finding 5 stranded miners in Laos cave
Rescuers in Laos discovered five miners alive after an eight-day search in a cave, with extraction plans still being developed. The situation highlights ongoing efforts to safely retrieve the trapped individuals.
- 5 of 7 people stuck in Laos cave for more than a week found alive, rescuers say
Five of the seven people trapped in a Laos cave for over a week were found alive, while two remain missing. Rescuers confirmed the discovery, with Matt Gutman reporting on the development.
- Laos: 5 people stuck in Laos cave for a week found alive
Five villagers trapped in a flooded cave in Laos for a week were found alive, but two remain missing. The rescue operation highlights ongoing challenges in locating the remaining individuals.
- Nearly 300 tourists rescued after cable cars halt mid-air
Around 300 tourists were stranded mid-air when the Gondola system suddenly halted in Indian-administered Kashmir. They were later rescued.
- Race to rescue seven people trapped in flooded cave in Laos for six days
Seven people have been trapped in a flooded cave in Laos for six days as rescue efforts continue. The situation remains urgent as teams race against time to locate and extract the individuals.
- People trapped under collapsed building in Philippines
A collapsed building in a city near Manila, Philippines, has trapped people, but a search operation has rescued 24 individuals with no reported deaths.
- WATCH: Wildfire burns on uninhabited California island after rescue
A wildfire is currently burning on an uninhabited island off the coast of Southern California. The fire broke out after rescuers successfully saved a shipwrecked boater who was stranded on the island.
- Robot vehicle rescues grandma from Ukraine frontline
A robot vehicle was used to rescue a grandmother from the frontline in Ukraine, highlighting the use of robotics in humanitarian efforts during conflict. This incident underscores innovative applications of technology in war zones.
- Humpback whale stranded in Baltic Sea rescued on giant barge
A humpback whale named Timmy, stranded in the Baltic Sea for nearly a month, is being rescued using a massive barge. The whale, originally from the Atlantic Ocean, was first spotted in early March in shallow waters off Germany.
- Another betrayal of the brave: Thousands of loyal Afghans left to fend for themselves as ministers shut down rescue operation in another Government U-turn
Thousands of loyal Afghans are abandoned as the government halts a rescue operation, marking another reversal in policy. Ministers have shut down efforts to aid these individuals, drawing accusations of betrayal.
- Tourists rescued from cliff as huge waves inched closer
A group of seven tourists, including three children, were rescued from a cliff after being trapped by rising tides during a morning walk on an Australian beach. The incident occurred as huge waves approached, prompting the rescue operation.
- Inside the 3-hour operation to rescue 7 tourists, including 3 kids, from a cliff in Australia
A group of seven tourists, including three children, were trapped on a cliff in Australia after rising tides cut off their path during a morning walk. A 3-hour rescue operation was conducted to save them.
- Black bear rescued from tree in Albany
A black bear was successfully rescued from a tree in Albany. Authorities used tranquilizers to safely extract the animal and released it back into the wild.
- Carnival Cruise rescues sailor and his cat who had been drifting for four days
Carnival Cruise rescued a sailor and his cat after they had been drifting at sea for four days. The successful rescue operation highlights the cruise line's emergency response capabilities.
- Tourists rescued from cliffside in Australia
Tourists were successfully rescued from a cliffside in Australia. The incident occurred when the group became stranded, prompting emergency services to intervene and ensure their safety.