More than 1,000 people were stuck in mountain hiking areas for days, sparking extensive rescue efforts by local authorities and villagers
The weather wasn’t great. A bit drizzly and cold. But about 1,000 people steeled themselves on Mount Everest’s eastern flank to spend the national day long weekend trekking.
As he led the group along the path lined with stunning icy peaks, 32-year-old guide Shu Wei felt increasingly uneasy. He knew the weather on the mountains could be unpredictable and dangerous, but this snowfall was something else.
Written by Helen Davidson in Taipei
This news first appeared on https://www.theguardian.com/world/2025/oct/10/hikers-trapped-rescued-everest-survival-stories under the title “Non-stop snow, instant noodles and yaks: tales of being trapped on Everest”. Bolchha Nepal is not responsible or affiliated towards the opinion expressed in this news article.
