Death toll reaches 11 in Manang avalanche after four more bodies recovered (update)
Summary
Four more bodies were recovered from the avalanche on Mt Himlung in Manang, raising the death toll to 11. Rescue operations are still underway as teams search the site in difficult weather and terrain conditions.
Key Points
- Four more bodies were recovered from the avalanche on Mt Himlung, bringing the death toll to 11.
- The identities of the newly recovered bodies have not yet been verified.
- The search and rescue operation is being led by the Nepal National Mountain Guide Association with support from Himalayan Holidays, Seven Summit Treks and local guides.
- The avalanche hit Narphabhumi Rural Municipality-5 on September 27 while climbers were trying to summit Mt Himlung.
