Seven Climbers Died, Four Missing Due To Snow Landslides In Nepal

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KATHMANDU The tragedy has enveloped the Himalayan Mountains again. Seven climbers were reported dead and four others were declared missing after being buried by a snowfall in the main camp at the peak of Yalung Ri, Nepal.

This sad news was confirmed by the Nepalese police to the newspaper Kathmandu Post on Monday, November 3, 2025.

Death Toll From Various Countries

Nepal's Deputy Chief of Police of the Dolakha District, Gyan Kumar Mahato, detailed the identity of the dead. Among the seven victims, there were three US citizens, one Canadian citizen, one Italian citizen, and two Nepalese nationals.

The deadly snow avalanche occurred when a team of climbers consisting of Nepalese and foreign nationals, along with local guides, were in the main Yalung Ri camp. They are preparing to continue climbing towards the higher Dolma Khang peak, with a height of 6,332 meters.

Earlier on the same day, the Katthmandu Post reported that 15 people, including foreign climbers and Nepalese guides, could not be reached after a landslide that hit the area near the main camp of Yalung Ri Himal.

Bad Weather Blocked Rescue Operation

The rescue operation that was sought was finally forced to be stopped at night.

According to reports, rescue efforts were delayed due to flight restrictions in the Rolwaling area, requiring special permits for helicopter flights. Although permits have been obtained, bad weather conditions in the area are reported to be the main barrier causing further delays in the search for victims.