Ten climbers missing after avalanche hits Himalayan base camp

At least ten Nepalese climbers preparing for an expedition in the Himalayas have gone missing following an avalanche that struck a base camp on Sunday morning. The avalanche occurred near the Himlung Himal peak in the Manang district, where the climbers were staging their ascent. Poor weather conditions, including heavy snowfall, have hindered rescue efforts, making it difficult for helicopters and rescue teams to reach the site.

The Nepali team, which had been tasked with preparing the camp, navigating the route, and setting up ropes on the mountain, reported eight members of their expedition team and two others from another company as missing. This incident adds to the growing concerns over the safety of climbers in Nepal's mountain districts, which have been experiencing persistent rain and snow, creating hazardous conditions.

The recent death of Nepali climbers follows another tragic loss less than two months ago, when six people died on Broad Peak in Pakistan.

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