[ad_1]
Details of the extraordinary operation underway at Tham Luang Nang No emerged Thursday, as rescuers advanced with multiple plans to release the boys trapped for nearly two weeks
formulating a plan to remove the boys before the floodwaters rise higher.
Huge volumes of water are pumped out of the cave complex every day, but the narrow, winding pbadages inside the cave are still inundated, which means diving into the water. Troubled water is currently the only way to get in and out. Chiang Rai Governor Narongsak Osottanakorn said on Thursday that the boys were in a good mood.
"I confirm once again that they are in good health and that they smile and play," he said.
The last pictures the world saw of the boys were Wednesday in a video where they introduced themselves one by one saying, "I am in good health".
Since they were found Monday night by a duo of British expert divers, the Thai Navy SEALs have been transporting medical aid and food for the team. They remain weak after spending days in the dark with little or no food.
While efforts to remove enough water from the caves to allow the failed team to simply go out are underway, Thai Navy SEALs who have been able to reach the boys are teaching them how to dive Underwater
Considered risky by many experts, he would see boys dive into narrow tunnels flooded with full-face masks.
The rescue team was still trying Thursday to set up a line of communication to allow boys to talk to their parents. Previous efforts failed when the line was damaged after falling into the water.
Rains are a constant concern
Rescue coordinators are vigilant in the sky for other showers, which could jeopardize the rescue mission.
"In the days before we fought over time and now we are working against water," says Osottanakorn. "We are exhausting everything our ability allows, but the water continues to flow, no matter how many holes have been blocked, the water continues to flow."
Osottanakorn said the rescuers were at thank you for the rainy season, and that they might have to act quickly to defeat the cool downpours
the boys before they're ready because of the rain … we'll do it, but it will be the last resort to do it, "he said.
Rescuers have prepared 13 sets of equipment for the team, but Osottanakorn would not confirm if the rescue would occur on Thursday.
CNN reports that if rain can not be ruled out, it is likely that the area remains relatively dry until at least Saturday.
The risk of precipitation increases from Sunday, and next to the increase in rainfall is the threat of torrential rains.
International Efforts
Divers in the Thai Navy brought large amounts of food and water for at least two weeks as well as aluminum blankets, with the help of divers Australian and international, according to a statement from the Australian Federal Police. (AFP)
The staff of the AFP Specialist Group is one of many divers and support staff who have been sent by a number of countries.
Australians on the ground "remain closely involved in support efforts and support the group, as well as in planning.This includes the support of the Royal Thai Navy to transport food, water and early rescue in the system of caves up to the group. "
They also cooperate with colleagues from the Thai Navy and the more important international diving teams to store diving tanks and other equipment while along the road to help with the eventual evacuation of the isolated cave.
They are part of an international contingent of teams from the US Army, the United Kingdom and China.
