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Tense Rescue: Boy Clings to Helicopter in Nepal Floods
29 Aug
Summary
- A boy stranded on a house roof during Nepal floods was rescued by helicopter.
- He signaled the helicopter by waving his T-shirt.
- The Nepal Army helicopter crew expertly maneuvered to save him.
A young boy in Nepal was dramatically rescued from a submerged house roof by a Nepal Army helicopter during recent flash floods. The child, stranded with floodwaters surrounding his home, was seen desperately waving his T-shirt to attract the attention of a passing rescue helicopter.
In footage that has since gone viral, the boy successfully signaled the approaching aircraft. He then climbed onto the roof and managed to grab the helicopter's landing skid. With assistance from a soldier inside, he was pulled aboard to safety.
The daring rescue, witnessed by onlookers who cheered in relief, occurred amid devastating flash floods across Nepal. The incident has drawn global attention, with social media users praising the Nepal Army pilots' exceptional skill and bravery during the perilous operation.
