19 September 2024,   02:56
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Rescue operations are ongoing in the disaster zone – 31 bodies were found by the rescuers

As a result of search operations in Oni municipality, rescuers have found 31 bodies in the disaster zone.

“In addition, you’re aware that spot checks are being carried out in the epicenter of the disaster. We’re oriented on approximately ​​8 hectares of territory. The search works are actively progressing at the moment and there are still two people left for whom we are undertaking search and rescue measures… We are looking for two bodies”, - said Temur Mghebrishvili, the Head of the Emergency Situations Management Service.

“Rescue efforts expanded to Gumathesi hydroelectric power stations HPPs… Infrastructure restoration works continue in parallel to the rescue efforts. Two bridges are restored, and a new road is constructed from the Shovi resort in the direction of Katskhis Tskali. The water supply system is restored in Glola village”, - added Papuna Margvelidze, Racha Regional Governor.

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