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A devastating avalanche on Nepal's Mount Yalung Ri has claimed the lives of at least seven people, including five foreign climbers and two Nepali guides, officials confirmed. The avalanche struck around 10:30 a.m. local time on Monday as a group of 15 climbers tackled the 5,630-meter (18,471-foot) peak. The victims include climbers from Italy, France, Germany, Canada, and two Nepalis.

 

Rescue operations continue as teams work to retrieve the remaining bodies, with two already recovered. The incident has left eight others injured, some making their way back to the base camp. The operation is hindered by adverse weather and challenging terrain, causing significant delays.

 

Nepal has faced deteriorating weather conditions, complicating search and rescue missions. Rescuers have encountered oxygen availability issues and dynamic weather patterns, prompting collaboration with local guides. A brief weather clearance allowed a helicopter to land with rescue personnel on Tuesday.

 

Among the survivors is French climber Isabelle Solange Thaon, who tragically lost her husband in the avalanche. Thaon recounted their escape, stating that they managed to dodge rocks until help arrived. The avalanche struck suddenly, despite warnings of incoming severe weather, reported CNN.

 

Mount Yalung Ri, popular for both beginners and seasoned climbers, lies in Nepal's Rolwaling Valley. This region, hosting some of the tallest peaks in the world, sees a high influx of climbers during spring and autumn. However, unpredictable weather patterns, potentially worsened by climate change, have posed significant risks.

 

In a separate incident, the bodies of two Italian climbers were found on Mount Panbari. They were part of a group that went missing after heavy snowfall in Nepal’s Manaslu region. Unsettled weather conditions have been observed across the Himalayas, with recent reports of treacherous conditions affecting numerous climbing expeditions.

 

 

Key Takeaways

 

• An avalanche on Mount Yalung Ri killed seven climbers, including five foreigners.
• Rescue efforts are hampered by challenging weather and terrain.
• The tragedy echoes growing concerns over changing weather patterns in the Himalayas.

 

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  Adapted by ASEAN Now from CNN 2025-11-06

 

 

I was expecting the words “climate change” in this article. 

Pure non-sense.

The reason is the waves of climbers and hikers across the Himalayas (as well as other mountain ranges).

They pay big bucks for their climbs or treks and want return on their investment even when they don’t have the technical skills and physical training to participate then slowing down the whole expedition and putting everybody at risk.

Avalanche on Nepal’s Mount Yalung Ri Kills Seven, Injures Eight 

 

Can't fix stupid, they know the risks before they start .

Like they say ,up to them to climb or not to climb.