Thailand - FOUND ALIVE - 12 Boys And Coach Trapped In Cave , 23 June 2018 #3

[Jasper52]

"The rescue operation started around 10am local time and the soonest any boy would be freed was 9pm, said Narongsak Osatanakorn, the governor of Chiang Rai province. The boys would be removed one-by-one and the operation could continue for at least two days."

"He said the 1.5km path from the cave entrance to the “third chamber” that has been a staging ground for the operation was not completely dry but mostly walkable. “Yesterday the water levels were the lowest they had been,” Osatanakorn said."

Rescue operation to free boys stuck in Thailand cave 'could take days'

 

[WichitaFalls]

God speed my little brothers.

I think I'll fall asleep tonight with the visual of those 13 faces smiling while attending a world cup game.

Kudos to the thousands that have given their all to bring these boys home. We are so proud of you our heros.

 

[rosesfromangels]

These kids will all be out within a few hours. The first one should be coming out soon, ahead of schedule I speculate. Let’s see!

 

[creepcrusher]

I think the post meant to imply that all the boys had walked to the nearest chamber (whatever number that is). They stopped walking for some reason and that had to be because they have approached an area where they would need some of the 18 divers.

The thing is, if they walked to chamber 3 then they already went through the most difficult part of the dive/walk/crawl.

So that would be HUGE if they are actually at chamber 3. I hope that tweet is correct, but I'd think if it were he would've said so at the PC.

 

[neesaki]

I sure hope so!

My stomach is in knots right now.....has been for the better part of the week.

I poured a vodka and hope I can keep it down.

Prayers for all involved.

I’m With you on that Jasper.

 

[creepcrusher]

There is no way I'm sleeping good tonight. It's almost 10:00 pm here. I'm going to have to set an alarm because I'll be tossing and turning. By the time I get to sleep I'm going to want to wake up and see how the first set of boys are doing. Anyone with me?

 

[neesaki]

There is no way I'm sleeping good tonight. It's almost 10:00 pm here. I'm going to have to set an alarm because I'll be tossing and turning. By the time I get to sleep I'm going to want to wake up and see how the first set of boys are doing. Anyone with me?

Yes, as long as I can. I wish I could see it.

 

[whitelilac]

Narongsak Osatanakorn, the governor of Chiang Rai province, has said the boys are “very determined” and ready to come out.

“The kids are very determined and they are of high-spirit. All 13 have been informed about the operation and they are ready to come out. They firmly decide to come out with us.”

The childrens’ families also support the mission, he said.

The governor said the medical team had been rehearsing for the past four days.

“Any bit of confusion is not allowed. We practiced the whole day yesterday. I assure you that we are very ready in this mission.”

 

[creepcrusher]

Yes, as long as I can. I wish I could see it.

Me too! We'll have to rely on social media most likely.

 

[Jasper52]

There is no way I'm sleeping good tonight. It's almost 10:00 pm here. I'm going to have to set an alarm because I'll be tossing and turning. By the time I get to sleep I'm going to want to wake up and see how the first set of boys are doing. Anyone with me?

I think we're all in the same boat.

 

[whitelilac]

These boys will all come out as men, after this experience.

 

[*Verdigris]

￣
Well, it's been a heckuva few hours...
I'm exhausted!
Thank you EVERYONE for being here and sharing in this!
I love my WS friends!
But, there's still a long way to go...
#MaeSai13

Nighty-night to all of you who stayed up past your bedtime.
Wake up to Good News in the morning.

Now I need to go back and catch up on all the posts...
barely even got to skim any with all the excitement!
xo

 

[Jasper52]

3m ago00:53

What we know so far

• Thai authorities have confirmed that a rescue operation is underway.
• At 10am local time they sent 18 divers into the cave to bring out the boys – including 13 international divers and five Thai navy Seals. The former governor in charge of the rescue operation called the international divers “all-stars” and the Thai divers “five of our best”.
• Water levels have dropped significantly since Saturday, and officials say that they are now at “peak readiness”.
• Officials would not confirm if the boys would have to dive out of the caves, but said that water levels had dropped enough that much of the cave network was walkable.
• It might take up to two days for all of the boys and their coach to come out. The boys will be brought out one by one.
• Officials said that they might stop and start the operation “depending on weather”.
• The first rescued boys could come at 9pm local time on Sunday.
• The children are said to be in high spirits and “ready to go”. The families have been informed about the plan and have also agreed.
• Earlier today all media and non-rescue personnel were cleared from the cave site area.
• The coordinator of the rescue efforts said rescuers were still in a “war with water and time” as monsoon rainclouds loomed over the north of the country early on Sunday.
• The 12 boys and their football coach have been trapped inside the cave for 15 days now, after they ventured into the caves on 23 June and got trapped by rising waters.
• They were discovered by British divers on Monday night after a nine-day round-the-clock search involving teams from all over the world.
  
  Thailand cave rescue: officials confirm rescue operation has begun – live
  

 

[*Verdigris]

I hope they are filming the entire rescue--or even just the first half to get to the boys. I'm so curious to see exactly what it is like in there.

Yes, I hope they are documenting everything...
what works/doesn't work...
for next time (hope will never need, but probably will) in Thailand or elsewhere.

 

[Seattle1]

More than 100 holes have been test drilled near the cave, and boring holes also continue to be investigated by Nat'l Parks, Wildlife and Plant Conservation until all boys safely rescued. Photos at links below.
http://news.thaipbs.or.th/media/TSNBg3wSBdng7ijM6G0CF4DbSwzjihNtbwnkwbGdUQY.png
http://news.thaipbs.or.th/media/TSNBg3wSBdng7ijM6G0CF4DbSwzjihWKDlxb51PMMjL.png
http://news.thaipbs.or.th/media/TSNBg3wSBdng7ijM6G0CF4DbSwzjihUwDfTonXNYUqa.png
http://news.thaipbs.or.th/media/TSNBg3wSBdng7ijM6G0CF4DbSwzjihT0vR1nR5zufh0.png
http://news.thaipbs.or.th/media/TSNBg3wSBdng7ijM6G0CF4DbSwzjihRK1cBAIyf0Z9s.png
http://news.thaipbs.or.th/media/TSNBg3wSBdng7ijM6G0CF4DbSwzjihQtHUrLRXBVFRG.png
http://news.thaipbs.or.th/media/TSNBg3wSBdng7ijM6G0CF4DbSwzjihLvZlAsoO8uOP8.png

 

[kkdj]

I think the post meant to imply that all the boys had walked to the nearest chamber (whatever number that is). They stopped walking for some reason and that had to be because they have approached an area where they would need some of the 18 divers.

This is what makes sense to me. They sent many divers in today. This is probably the reason. I think these young men are all going to make it out alive.

 

[Jasper52]

1m ago05:58

Michael Safi

We understand that the Australian doctor who gave the boys the final approval for the operation is a civilian who has extensive cave-diving experience and was specifically requested by British divers involved in the operation.

He is now part of the rescue mission – though we are unclear if he is one of the 18 divers inside. Authorities say they are not approved to release his name and can’t ask his permission because he’s currently involved in the mission.

Thailand cave rescue: officials confirm rescue operation has begun – live

 

[*Verdigris]

• Officials said that they might stop and start the operation “depending on weather

(singled-out by me)

Kinda not liking the sound of that
Lord please just thet them get out all in a row!

 

[creepcrusher]

Pichayada P. on Twitter

#ThamLuangRescue: Good news from officials - less rain than expected, no problem with electricity inside caves, water levels has been going down continually. Everything is ready. Full story on #ThamLuang evacuation

 

[*Verdigris]

If each boy has 2 divers, why did they send 18 divers in? I’m lost.

Some divers will need return for later group. (I can only assume?) They'll need some rest in between, too.