Families of workers trapped in flooded hydropower tunnels are expressing growing desperation as rescue efforts continue. Each passing hour is decreasing their hope of a positive outcome, with relatives stating “every second counts.” The workers are either trapped or missing within the tunnels following the flooding incident. Details surrounding the cause of the flooding and the exact number of individuals affected remain limited. Authorities are working to reach those inside, but the challenging conditions are hindering progress, fueling the families’ anxiety. The situation highlights the dangers faced by workers in large-scale infrastructure projects and the critical need for swift and effective rescue operations.