Snowfall blankets Khumbu in first week of October, hits tourists
Summary
Snowfall in early October has covered the Khumbu region, damaging hotel roofs and disrupting the lives of locals and tourists in the Everest area.
Key Points
- Snowfall occurred in the Khumbu region during the first week of October, which is unusual.
- The snow accumulated on rooftops, reaching over four feet in upper Khumbu areas.
- Five hotels in Dingboche collapsed due to the weight of the snow.
- There have been no casualties reported, but the economic impact on the local tourism industry is significant.
