A rescue operation is under way for seven climbers still missing after an avalanche on Broad Peak in Pakistan, with poor weather slowing the search, according to the BBC.
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Key facts
- An avalanche struck Broad Peak in Pakistan on Thursday.
- Seven climbers remain missing.
- Poor weather has been hampering the search operation.
- The rescue effort is ongoing, according to the BBC.
Rescue teams in Pakistan are searching for seven climbers who remain missing following an avalanche on Broad Peak, according to the BBC.
The avalanche struck on Thursday, the BBC reported.
According to the BBC, poor weather has been hampering the search operation, complicating the work of rescuers attempting to find the seven missing climbers.
The BBC’s report did not confirm any deaths, describing the seven climbers as missing.
Further details about the identities of the missing climbers and the full scale of the incident had not been provided in the available reporting.
Why it matters
High-altitude mountaineering carries serious risks, and avalanches can endanger multiple climbers at once. Search and rescue efforts in remote, high mountains are often slowed by weather, making time a critical factor for anyone still missing.
Frequently asked questions
Where did the avalanche happen?
The avalanche occurred on Broad Peak in Pakistan, according to the BBC.
How many climbers are missing?
Seven climbers remain missing following Thursday's avalanche, according to the BBC.
What is slowing the rescue effort?
Poor weather has been hampering the search for the missing climbers, according to the BBC.
Timeline
- Race to rescue remaining climbers after deadly avalanche in Pakistan
BBC World: Poor weather has been hampering the search for seven still missing after Thursday's avalanche on Broad Peak.