At least 15 expedition workers have died after an avalanche swept through a mountain camp in Nepal, with rescuers recovering eight more bodies on Thursday, according to Al Jazeera.
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- At least 15 expedition workers were killed in the avalanche, according to Al Jazeera.
- Rescuers recovered eight more bodies on Thursday, the outlet reported.
- The avalanche swept through a mountain camp.
At least 15 expedition workers have been killed by an avalanche that swept through a mountain camp in Nepal, according to Al Jazeera.
Rescuers recovered eight more bodies on Thursday from the area affected by the avalanche, the outlet reported.
Further details, including the full circumstances of the avalanche and the status of any ongoing operations, were not immediately available from the source.
Why it matters
The deaths of at least 15 expedition workers highlight the dangers faced by those who support climbing operations in Nepal's high mountains.
Frequently asked questions
How many people died in the Nepal avalanche?
At least 15 expedition workers were killed, according to Al Jazeera.
How many bodies were recovered on Thursday?
Rescuers recovered eight more bodies on Thursday from the avalanche area, Al Jazeera reported.
Where did the avalanche occur?
The avalanche swept through a mountain camp in Nepal, according to Al Jazeera.
Timeline
- Nepal avalanche kills at least 15 expedition workers
Al Jazeera: Rescuers recovered eight more bodies on Thursday from the area of an avalanche that swept through a mountain camp.