South Korean rescuers have recovered nine bodies from a flooded tunnel where approximately 15 vehicles were trapped due to heavy rain. Flash floods and landslides have caused widespread destruction and forced thousands of people to evacuate since the heavy rain began on July 9. Nearly 900 rescuers, including divers, were involved in the search for the trapped vehicles in Cheongju, a central city in South Korea. The tunnel filled with water in a matter of minutes, forcing rescuers to proceed cautiously. Nine survivors have been rescued so far, while around 10 others are believed to be missing. The central and southern parts of the country are expected to receive more heavy rain in the coming days. The rain has also led to evacuations, power outages, road and home damage, and injuries for many people. President Yoon Suk Yeol, currently on a trip to Europe, has called for all necessary resources to be mobilized to address the disaster.