Nepal SAR: Specialised technology paves way after two offers declined
PUTRAJAYA: Malaysia’s third offer to assist Nepal in its search and rescue (SAR) operations for mud flood victims was accepted after two earlier offers were turned down, paving the way for the deployment of the Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (SMART), equipped with technical expertise and advanced detection equipment.
Malaysia's third offer to assist Nepal in its search and rescue operations for victims of a mud flood was accepted after two earlier offers were declined. The Special Malaysia Disaster Assistance and Rescue Team (SMART), equipped with specialized technology and advanced detection equipment, will be deployed in Nepal. Initially, Malaysia offered to send 50 rescuers, but Nepal had already mobilized its own rescue teams, military, police, fire services, volunteers, and international SAR teams from other countries.
Nepal eventually accepted Malaysia's third offer, which involves deploying 11 SMART personnel, nine high-capacity drones, and specialized detection equipment. The Nepalese government prioritized international relief teams with local shelter, food supplies, and logistical support, aligning with SMART's capabilities recognized by the International Search and Rescue Advisory Group (INSARAG).
Due to the altered terrain and heavy rain, SMART personnel had to rely on drones, GPS, and physical observations to determine search routes. After three days of searching in designated sectors, SMART found no survivors but shared aerial images and drone footage with affected families and handed over equipment to the Nepalese military to support continued search operations.
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