Renowned mountaineer Nirmal "Nimsdai" Purja has died after a devastating avalanche struck Broad Peak in Pakistan during an international expedition. Several other climbers also lost their lives in the disaster, while rescue efforts were hampered by severe weather conditions.

Nirmal Purja dead after avalanche struck Pak's Broad Peak 

An avalanche has struck the Zoji La pass in northern Ladakh, killing at least three people and trapping several vehicles.

Local media reported that multiple vehicles were buried under snow following the avalanche.

Authorities have placed relief and rescue forces on high alert in the region as operations continue.

India: Avalanche Hits Ladakh’s Zoji La Pass, Three Killed, Vehicles Buried | WION

The incident occurred in the afternoon on the Ladakh side of the pass, specifically along the stretch between Zero Point and Minimarg. Officials said that around 12 to 15 vehicles were partially or completely buried under the snow.

Seven killed, several injured as avalanche hits Zoji La Pass on Srinagar-Leh highway

Europe is witnessing one of its deadliest avalanche seasons in years, with at least 127 people killed since October across major mountain regions including Italy, France, Austria and Switzerland. Authorities warn unstable snowpacks, extreme weather swings and increased off-piste activity are raising risks for skiers and tourists. 


Europe Avalanche: 127 Deaths from Avalanche in Europe Since October

An avalanche in high alpine terrain in Italy ‘s South Tyrol on Saturday killed two skiers, according to the country’s mountain rescue service.

The avalanche happened at an altitude of around 2,400 meters (7,874 feet) on the slopes of the 2,669-meter (8,757-foot) Hohe Ferse (also known as Monte Tallone Grande) near the town of Ratschings, close to the border with Austria.

Italy Avalanche Traps 25 Skiers, Killing Two Near the Austria Border

The search for a ninth missing skier after one of the deadliest avalanches in modern US. History is set to continue into the weekend. Authorities say severe weather in California’s Sierra Nevada is preventing recovery crews from safely reaching the victims.


California Avalanche: Heavy Snow Creates Unstable Slopes 

A tragic avalanche in California’s backcountry has left eight skiers dead, with one person still missing. Rescue teams continue search efforts despite challenging weather and dangerous snow conditions. Authorities say 15 people were part of the guided trip, with six survivors rescued.


California Avalanche: Deadliest US Avalanche In Nearly 50 Years

A tragic avalanche in California’s backcountry has left eight skiers dead, with one person still missing. Rescue teams continue search efforts despite challenging weather and dangerous snow conditions. Authorities say 15 people were part of the guided trip, with six survivors rescued.

California Backcountry Avalanche Leaves Eight Dead, One Still Missing

A massive avalanche has trapped skiers in the California mountains near Lake Tahoe.
Rescue teams have located six survivors, while ten skiers are still missing. Authorities are continuing search and rescue operations amid dangerous snow conditions. Stay tuned for updates on this developing story.

Avalanche Strikes California Mountains: 6 Rescued, 10 Missing Near Lake Tahoe

The accident occurred as the region was under the second-highest avalanche warning. 

Avalanche derails passenger train in Switzerland, five injured

An avalanche has claimed another life in Spain’s Pyrenees, Just days after a similar incident killed three skiers. Police say a hiker died after being swept away near a mountain resort in Northeastern Spain. Authorities are urging extreme caution as avalanche risks remain high. 

Spain Avalanche: One Dead After Hiking Accident 

The Jammu & Kashmir administration has issued a severe avalanche warning affecting five districts. Authorities urge residents and travelers to take precautions as heavy snowfall and unstable slopes increase the risk of avalanches. Stay updated on safety measures and weather developments. 

Avalanche Alert: J&K Authorities Issue Avalanche Warning In 5 Districts

The Jammu & Kashmir administration has issued a severe avalanche warning affecting five districts. Authorities urge residents and travelers to take precautions as heavy snowfall and unstable slopes increase the risk of avalanches. Stay updated on safety measures and weather developments.

Avalanche Alert: J&K Authorities Issue Avalanche Warning | Five Districts Alert

A massive avalanche in Alaska has buried three skiers, who are now presumed dead, while a fourth skier managed to escape unharmed. Search and rescue efforts are ongoing as authorities battle harsh conditions to locate the missing.

Three skiers missing after deadly Alaska avalanche, search underway

Thirty-three of a total of 55 BRO workers trapped under an avalanche in the high-altitude village of Mana in Uttarakhand's Chamoli district have been rescued, with concerns over the safety of the remaining 22 mounting as night fell on the snowbound slopes and the rescue efforts came to a temporary halt.

Uttarakhand avalanche: NDRF and SDRF deployed at the rescue site

At least 41 people are still trapped after an avalanche in Uttarakhand, India. The avalanche occurred near a highway in the Chamoli region, adjoining Tibet... and less than 5 km (3 miles) from the popular Hindu temple of Badrinath. Badrinath Dham is visited by hundreds of thousands of devotees every year. Those trapped under the snow were construction workers for the federal Border Roads Organisation (BRO). At least 16 people have so far been rescued so far.

Avalanche in Uttarakhand, over 41 construction workers feared buried under snow

At least 5 people including 4 children were swept away and drowned due to sudden strong flow of rain water at a waterfall in Pune’s Lonavala near Bhushi Dam. The avalanche occurred in the upper region of the Gandhi Sarovar in Chorabari glacier, below the snow-covered Meru-Sumeru mountain range located at the upper end of Kedarnath valley.

India: Nature's fury hits with landslide in Lonavla, avalanche in Kedarnath

India: Landslide in Lonavla, avalanche in Kedarnath

An avalanche was reported over Gandhi Sarovar in Kedarnath in northern Indian hilly state of Uttarakhand on Sunday (Jun 30). A video of the horrifying incident has gone viral on the internet.

Video: Gandhi Sarovar in Uttarakhand’s Kedarnath hit by massive avalanche

Dozens of people were stranded after avalanches blanketed mountain towns east of Chile's capital Santiago and blocked roads. Watch in for more details!

Avalanche leave dozens stranded in Chile

An avalanche occurred in the Sarbal area of Sonamarg in Kashmir on Monday (Apr 29), causing traffic chaos as well as triggering panic among people and livestock in the area.

Watch: Massive avalanche hits Sarbal area of Sonamarg in Kashmir, BRO starts clearing snow

Multiple Avalanches hit the northern part of Kashmir Valley. Although no loss of life or property has been reported it is added to the already accumulated snow in the area with many roads having been blocked in the Gurez sector. The locals are now demanding early snow clearance of the roads.

India: Snow accumulation blocks key roads in Kashmir's Bandipora district

An Avalanche hit the upper reaches of the Ski Resort Gulmarg resulting in the death of One skier while all others have been rescued alive. A group of 8 skiers including foreigners came under an avalanche earlier today. Watch to know more!

India: Avalanche strikes Kongdoori slopes of J&K's Gulmarg, one dead

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Nirmal Purja dead after avalanche struck Pak's Broad Peak

India: Avalanche Hits Ladakh’s Zoji La Pass, Three Killed, Vehicles Buried | WION

7 killed, several injured as avalanche hits Zoji La Pass on Srinagar-Leh highway

Europe Avalanche: 127 Deaths from Avalanche in Europe Since October

Italy Avalanche Traps 25 Skiers, Killing Two Near the Austria Border

California Avalanche: Heavy Snow Creates Unstable Slopes

California Avalanche: Deadliest US Avalanche In Nearly 50 Years

California Backcountry Avalanche Leaves Eight Dead, One Still Missing

California Backcountry Avalanche Leaves Eight Dead, One Still Missing

Avalanche Strikes California Mountains: 6 Rescued, 10 Missing Near Lake Tahoe

Avalanche derails passenger train in Switzerland, five injured

Spain Avalanche: One Dead After Hiking Accident

Avalanche Alert: J&K Authorities Issue Avalanche Warning In 5 Districts

Avalanche Alert: J&K Authorities Issue Avalanche Warning | Five Districts Alert

Three skiers missing after deadly Alaska avalanche, search underway

Uttarakhand avalanche: NDRF and SDRF deployed at the rescue site

Avalanche in Uttarakhand, over 41 construction workers feared buried under snow

India: Nature's fury hits with landslide in Lonavla, avalanche in Kedarnath

India: Landslide in Lonavla, avalanche in Kedarnath

Video: Gandhi Sarovar in Uttarakhand’s Kedarnath hit by massive avalanche

Avalanche leave dozens stranded in Chile

Watch: Massive avalanche hits Sarbal area of Sonamarg in Kashmir, BRO starts clearing snow

India: Snow accumulation blocks key roads in Kashmir's Bandipora district

India: Avalanche strikes Kongdoori slopes of J&K's Gulmarg, one dead