Almost 1,000 trapped on Tibetan side of Mount Everest by blizzard
Summary
Nearly 1,000 people are trapped on the Tibetan side of Mount Everest due to a blizzard blocking access to campsites, with rescue efforts ongoing. Concurrently, heavy rains in Nepal have caused deadly landslides and floods.
Key Points
- Nearly 1,000 people trapped on Tibet's eastern slope of Mount Everest due to a blizzard.
- Rescue teams and local villagers deployed to clear snow and aid stranded individuals.
- Tourist access to Everest Scenic Area suspended due to heavy snowfall.
- Heavy rains in Nepal caused landslides and floods, killing at least 47 people and blocking roads.
