Heavy snowfall affects life in Khumbu region
Summary
Heavy snowfall in the Sagarmatha region has led to difficult conditions for over 3,000 foreign tourists in Khumbu, with trekking routes obscured and cold weather increasing. Authorities urge tourists to stay indoors and have rescue teams on standby.
Key Points
- Heavy snowfall has been occurring in the Sagarmatha region, particularly above Dingboche in Khumbu Pasanglhamu Rural Municipality.
- Approximately 3,000 foreign tourists are currently in the area, with about 800 arriving in Lukla from Kathmandu recently.
- District Administration Office has advised tourists not to travel due to invisible trekking routes and risks of getting lost.
- Police and rescue teams are on standby, with a temporary police post set up in Dingboche to monitor the situation.
