Unusual snowfall in Khumbu in first week of October
Summary
In an unusual early October event, snowfall has blanketed the Khumbu region, disrupting daily life and damaging hotels in Dingboche but causing no casualties.
Key Points
- Unusual snowfall occurred in the Khumbu region during the first week of October, which is atypical for this time.
- Snow accumulation exceeded four feet on rooftops in upper Khumbu, particularly above Namche Bazaar.
- Five hotels in Dingboche collapsed due to the heavy snow and rainfall, causing significant economic loss but no casualties.
- The snowfall and rain have affected locals, business owners, and expedition teams in the Solukhumbu region.
