XAISOMBOUN, Laos — 27 May 2026, Five of seven people trapped inside a cave in Xaisomboun province, Laos, have been found, Thai rescue teams reported. All five are in good condition. The search for the remaining two continues.
The group entered the cave on 20 May and became trapped after heavy rain triggered a flash flood, sending rocks and debris to block the entrance.
Lao authorities requested assistance from Thai rescue teams, who deployed to the site and reported contact with the survivors at 16:30.