Renowned ex-Royal Marine Nirmal Purja among 10 climbers feared missing after avalanche
Summary
A group of 10 climbers, including former Royal Marine Nirmal Purja, is feared missing after an avalanche on Broad Peak in Pakistan. The team lost contact after the avalanche struck midday on the 8,047-meter mountain.Key Facts
- The missing team has 10 members from different countries, including the USA, China, Oman, and Nepal.
- Nirmal Purja, the team leader, is known for climbing all 14 mountains above 8,000 meters in just over six months.
- The avalanche happened on Broad Peak, one of the world’s highest mountains in the Karakoram range.
- Pakistani officials report no communication with the group since the avalanche.
- Search efforts may include helicopter flights if the weather allows.
- The incident took place around midday on a Thursday.
- Broad Peak is 8,047 meters tall.
- Updates on the situation are ongoing.
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