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Seven climbers lose their lives after Nepal avalanche
(MENAFN) At least seven climbers, including five foreigners and two Nepali guides, have died after an avalanche struck a Himalayan peak in north-eastern Nepal, according to reports from expedition organizers.
The incident occurred at 09:00 local time (03:15 GMT) on Monday near the base camp of Yalung Ri in Dolakha district. Rescuers have recovered two bodies, while the remaining five are still believed to be buried under the snow. Eight others were rescued and are receiving treatment in Kathmandu for injuries sustained during the avalanche.
“All these climbers were part of a group that set out over an hour before the avalanche hit,” the district police chief said.
Mingma Sherpa, chairman of Seven Summit Treks, explained the difficulty of the recovery: “The bodies of the other five deceased climbers may be 10-15 feet below the snow. It will take time to find them.”
The fatalities include two Italians, a Canadian, a German, a French climber, and two Nepali guides.
Local authorities reported that a rescue helicopter landed in Na Gaun, a five-hour trek from the Yalung Ri base camp. One injured climber described the desperate situation, saying, “Had the rescue arrived on time, more lives could have been saved.” Rescue operations have been hampered by poor weather and logistical challenges, limiting both aerial and ground access to the site.
The group had been preparing to ascend Dolma Khang, a 6,332-meter (20,774-foot) peak, and had planned to climb Yalung Ri (5,630 meters) as part of acclimatization, according to reports.
Meanwhile, efforts continue to locate two Italian climbers, Stefano Farronato and Alessandro Caputo, who went missing on Panbari Mountain in western Nepal last week. A third climber, Velter Perlino, 65, has since been rescued along with three local guides.
Autumn is generally a favored season for trekking and mountaineering in Nepal due to improved visibility and weather conditions, though the risk of avalanches and extreme weather remains high. Recent Cyclone Montha caused heavy rain and snow, leaving many stranded in the Himalayas, including two British and one Irish woman rescued from western Mustang. Severe conditions in October also trapped hundreds of hikers near Mount Everest.
The incident occurred at 09:00 local time (03:15 GMT) on Monday near the base camp of Yalung Ri in Dolakha district. Rescuers have recovered two bodies, while the remaining five are still believed to be buried under the snow. Eight others were rescued and are receiving treatment in Kathmandu for injuries sustained during the avalanche.
“All these climbers were part of a group that set out over an hour before the avalanche hit,” the district police chief said.
Mingma Sherpa, chairman of Seven Summit Treks, explained the difficulty of the recovery: “The bodies of the other five deceased climbers may be 10-15 feet below the snow. It will take time to find them.”
The fatalities include two Italians, a Canadian, a German, a French climber, and two Nepali guides.
Local authorities reported that a rescue helicopter landed in Na Gaun, a five-hour trek from the Yalung Ri base camp. One injured climber described the desperate situation, saying, “Had the rescue arrived on time, more lives could have been saved.” Rescue operations have been hampered by poor weather and logistical challenges, limiting both aerial and ground access to the site.
The group had been preparing to ascend Dolma Khang, a 6,332-meter (20,774-foot) peak, and had planned to climb Yalung Ri (5,630 meters) as part of acclimatization, according to reports.
Meanwhile, efforts continue to locate two Italian climbers, Stefano Farronato and Alessandro Caputo, who went missing on Panbari Mountain in western Nepal last week. A third climber, Velter Perlino, 65, has since been rescued along with three local guides.
Autumn is generally a favored season for trekking and mountaineering in Nepal due to improved visibility and weather conditions, though the risk of avalanches and extreme weather remains high. Recent Cyclone Montha caused heavy rain and snow, leaving many stranded in the Himalayas, including two British and one Irish woman rescued from western Mustang. Severe conditions in October also trapped hundreds of hikers near Mount Everest.
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