10 missing after avalanche hits Himlung Himal
Summary
An avalanche on Himlung Himal in Manang district has left 10 climbers and support staff unaccounted for. Authorities are monitoring the situation and working to gather details and rescue those missing amid persistent rain and snowfall in the mountain districts.
Key Points
- An avalanche struck Himlung Himal, a 7,126-metre peak in Manang district, leaving 10 people unaccounted for.
- The missing include two people from Imagine Nepal Pvt Ltd and eight from Himalayan Holidays Nepal.
- The Department of Tourism is closely monitoring the situation and working to collect details and assist rescue efforts.
- Persistent rain and snowfall in the mountain districts have worsened conditions.
