North Caucasus republic of Russia hit by avalanche on Mount Mizhirgi near Elbrus; 13 confirmed dead among 33 climbers. Kabardino-Balkaria sits in the North Caucasus with Nalchik as its capital and Elbrus as Europe’s highest peak.
An avalanche on Mount Mizhirgi in Russia’s North Caucasus has hit a group of 33 climbers. Ten climbers have descended to safety, while emergency services say six or more remain missing. Rescue efforts are hampered by difficult terrain and the risk of further avalanches.