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Disaster in Russia: At Least 11 Dead After Massive Mountain Avalanche

At least 11 climbers died and six were injured after a massive avalanche hit an expedition on Mount Mizhirgi in Russia’s North Caucasus, with rescue efforts ongoing amid risky conditions.

Jyotismita Choudhury | | 1 min read

Disaster in Russia: At Least 11 Dead After Massive Mountain Avalanche
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At least 11 people have died and six others were injured after a massive avalanche struck a group of climbers on Mount Mizhirgi, one of the highest peaks in Russia’s North Caucasus region.

Key Details

  1. The Incident: The avalanche swept down the mountain around 5:00 p.m. local time on Sunday, striking an expedition group consisting of 33 climbers.
  2. Survivors: By Monday morning, 10 climbers managed to make their own way down the mountain to safety.
  3. Search & Rescue Efforts: Over 50 emergency workers are actively involved in search operations, though efforts are severely hampered by hazardous terrain and the ongoing risk of secondary avalanches.
  4. Missing Climbers: The fate of six climbers remains unknown as rescue teams continue to search the area.


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