An avalanche that struck a popular trekking corridor in central Nepal on Thursday resulted in the deaths of two hikers and left twelve others unaccounted for, according to Al Jazeera. The slide occurred near the village of Kharipani in the Langtang region, a route frequented by both domestic and foreign trekkers during the autumn season.
Local authorities dispatched emergency responders, including Nepalese army units and volunteer rescue groups, to the scene shortly after the incident was reported. Teams have been combing the snow‑covered slopes using hand tools and trained dogs, while aerial support from helicopters has been limited by deteriorating weather conditions.
The two victims, identified by Al Jazeera as a Nepalese guide and a foreign tourist, were found deceased near the base of the slide. Their bodies were recovered after several hours of effort, and officials confirmed the deaths to the families. The remaining twelve individuals, who were part of a larger trekking party, are believed to be scattered along the trail, with some possibly having taken shelter in nearby huts.
The Nepalese Ministry of Home Affairs has urged trekkers to remain vigilant and to heed weather advisories, noting that the region has experienced an unusual pattern of heavy snowfall in recent weeks. Officials also warned that climate‑related changes could increase the frequency of such incidents in the Himalayas.
International aid agencies have offered logistical support, and the Red Cross has set up a temporary coordination centre in the district headquarters to assist with medical care and family reunification. Rescue operations are expected to continue through the weekend, pending improvements in weather and terrain stability.
The incident follows a series of natural disasters in the region, including landslides and floods earlier this year, prompting calls for enhanced early‑warning systems and better infrastructure on high‑altitude trekking routes.
Reporting attribution: based on reporting by Al Jazeera — All News — original source: https://www.aljazeera.com/news/2026/9/28/rescuers-search-for-12-missing-after-nepal-avalanche-kills-two?traffic_source=rss.