All stranded Everest hikers evacuated from remote Tibetan valley
Summary
All stranded trekkers near the east face of Everest in Tibet, including guides and yak herders, have been evacuated safely after a severe snowstorm triggered a major search-and-rescue operation.
Key Points
- All remaining trekkers stranded near the east face of Everest in Tibet have been evacuated safely.
- The stranded group included over 580 trekkers and more than 300 local guides and yak herders.
- An unusually powerful blizzard brought heavy snowfall to Karma valley, trapping hundreds of hikers.
- The Everest region in Tibet remains temporarily closed, with over 540,000 tourists visiting last year, a record number.
