Nepal-born climber leads Broad Peak expedition; avalanche traps ten climbers as ACP coordinates recovery and supports safety in mountaineering
The Alpine Club of Pakistan has confirmed an avalanche hit the Broad Peak team led by Nirmal Purja. Ten climbers—five Nepalese, several international members—have lost contact since the incident. Authorities are mobilizing helicopters and rescue resources, weather permitting, as search-and-rescue operations begin.