Heavy snowfall in Khumbu region, Seven foreign tourists rescued
Summary
Heavy snowfall in the Khumbu region of Solukhumbu has disrupted trekking and mountaineering activities, stranding tourists and forcing authorities to restrict movement in higher areas. Seven foreign tourists trapped near Imja Tse were rescued, while more than 1,200 visitors remain in the Everest region under close monitoring.
Key Points
- Heavy snowfall in Solukhumbu’s Khumbu region has affected tourist movement in the high hills after torrential rain in the upper belt.
- Seven foreign tourists stranded in the Imja Tse (Island Peak) area of the Everest region were rescued with local help.
- Authorities have restricted movement into risky higher areas and are monitoring more than 1,200 tourists in the Everest region.
- Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality-4 has urged trekkers to stay cautious because of the bad weather.
