Casualties feared in avalanche on Manang's Mt Himlung
Summary
An avalanche on Mt Himlung in Manang has left twelve people feared missing, while rescue efforts were hampered by bad weather. A landslide at Mt Lamjung base camp also blocked the Ghatte Khola, forcing residents in parts of Chame Rural Municipality to relocate.
Key Points
- An avalanche occurred on Mt Himlung in Narpa Bhumi Rural Municipality-5, Manang, and casualties are feared.
- Chief District Officer Mukti Prasad Khanal said 12 people from a 22-member expedition group are suspected missing.
- A helicopter sent from Kathmandu for rescue had to return because of adverse weather conditions.
- A landslide at Mt Lamjung base camp blocked the Ghatte Khola, forcing residents of parts of Chame Rural Municipality to move to a Nepali Army barrack.
