Pakistan launches daring rescue mission to save children stuck in cable car above canyon.
A Daring Rescue Mission Saves Trapped Children in Pakistan
A heart-stopping rescue operation in northwest Pakistan has successfully saved two out of six children who were trapped in a cable car hanging perilously hundreds of feet in the air.
The incident occurred in the mountainous region of Battagram, where six children and two teachers found themselves stranded for approximately 12 hours. Thanks to the heroic efforts of military commandos, two of the children were finally brought to safety after enduring a daring rescue mission to save children stuck in cable car above canyon.”>nerve-wracking half-day ordeal.
The group was on their way to school when disaster struck. A cable in the lift service snapped, leaving them suspended a daunting 900 feet above the ground. With no way to fix the malfunctioning chairlift, two army helicopters were swiftly dispatched for a daring rescue mission.
“One child has fainted due to heat and fear,” shared Shariq Riaz Khattak, a rescue official at the scene, with Reuters.
The military and emergency services sprang into action, fully aware that the gondola was precariously hanging on by a single cable. Their expertise and bravery were crucial in ensuring the safety of the trapped individuals.
Caretaker Prime Minister Anwaar ul Haq Kakar expressed his concern and commitment to the rescue efforts, stating, “I have directed the NDMA, PDMA, and district authorities to urgently ensure the safe rescue and evacuation of the eight people stuck in the chairlift.” He further emphasized the need for thorough safety inspections of all private chairlifts to prevent such incidents in the future.
As the nation held its breath, the successful rescue of two children brings hope and relief. The heroic efforts of the military commandos and emergency services serve as a reminder of the unwavering dedication to saving lives, even in the face of extreme danger.
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