Rescue Efforts Continue After Major Landslide and Flood in Tibet

Recovery is slow as officials warn of more dangers. Over 200 foreigners are missing, and the government is cracking down on online rumors about the disaster.

Rescue workers are still struggling to reach people in parts of Tibet hit by a massive flood and landslide. Days have passed since the disaster began, but the work is moving very slowly because the land is unstable and dangerous. Chinese officials are warning people to stay away from the area around the Cuojian River. They say a nearby glacier could break apart and cause even more flooding or rockfalls. This makes the situation very risky for the people trying to clear the mud and debris. International reports indicate that 261 people from 23 different countries are currently missing. Thes…