Himlung avalanche toll hits four as search continues
Summary
Rescuers have recovered four bodies from the Himlung Himal Base Camp avalanche site in Manang, while the search continues for several people still missing. Heavy snowfall and continuous rain are believed to have triggered the avalanche at the base camp.
Key Points
- Four bodies have been recovered from the Himlung Himal Base Camp avalanche site in Manang over two days.
- The Nepal National Mountain Guide Association said the search will continue for the remaining missing people, weather permitting.
- An eight-member IFMGA-certified guide team led by Mingma G. Sherpa is conducting the operation.
- Heavy snowfall and continuous rain are believed to have triggered the avalanche.
