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  • Culture

    Seven foreign tourists rescued after snowfall in Solukhumbu

    Heavy snowfall in Solukhumbu's upper Khumbu area led to the rescue of seven foreign tourists, including Chinese nationals, from the Imja Tse (Island Peak) zone, officials said. Chief District Officer कमानसिंह थापा मगर reported more than half a metre of snow accumulation, prompting a stop to further trekking and climbing. Local ward chairperson लक्ष्मण अधिकारी urged visitors to avoid risky routes until conditions improve. From public sources and the WeNepal research team

  • Environment

    Heavy snowfall halts trekking in Khumbu, seven tourists rescued

    Heavy snowfall in Solukhumbu’s Khumbu region forced officials to restrict movement of trekkers and mountaineers, with more than half a metre of snow reported in higher zones. Chief District Officer Kaman Singh Thapa Magar said seven foreign tourists, described as European citizens of Chinese origin, were rescued from the Imja Tse (Island Peak) area with help from local representatives. Over 1,200 tourists remain in the Everest region under continuous monitoring by police and local authorities. From public sources and the WeNepal research team

  • Culture

    Heavy Khumbu snowfall halts trekkers, seven foreign tourists rescued

    Heavy snow in Solukhumbu's Khumbu region has disrupted trekking and mountaineering. Chief District Officer Kamansingh Thapa Magar said more than half a metre of snow has settled in the high areas and tourists have been stopped from moving towards risky locations. Seven foreign tourists stranded near Imja Tse, also known as Island Peak, were brought to safety with help from local representatives and residents. The administration says over one thousand two hundred tourists are in the Sagarmatha region. Khumbu Pasang Lhamu Rural Municipality has urged trekkers, guides and porters to avoid unnecessary travel to higher altitudes until the weather settles. From public sources and the WeNepal research team