Pakistan, Aug. 11 -- At least eight volunteers lost their lives and several others remain trapped after a landslide struck a flood-damaged water channel in Gilgit's Danyor Nullah. The incident occurred while workers were repairing the channel, police confirmed on Monday.

The volunteers were restoring the damaged waterway when a sudden mass of earth collapsed, burying them under debris. Hospital officials confirmed that all the deceased were part of a local volunteer group, and three more were injured in the accident.

Authorities have declared an emergency at nearby hospitals as rescue teams continue searching for survivors. Officials fear more workers and volunteers may still be trapped beneath the rubble, increasing concerns over the s...