Local Pakistani officials have reported the death of at least 8 climbers, including citizens of the United States, Oman, China and Nepal, after an avalanche hit the Broad Peak in the north of the country. The search operation is continuing to find two other climbers who are still missing.
Publish dateSunday 2 August 2026 - 09:56
Story Code : 362201
Afghan Voice Agency (AVA): Local sources said that a group of 10 climbers were caught in an avalanche while climbing the world's 12th highest peak in the Himalayan mountains in northern Pakistan, killing 8 of them and leaving two others missing.
Pakistani authorities have confirmed the death of 8 climbers, and have announced the condition of two other climbers as uncertain.
Northern Pakistan is one of the main destinations for mountaineers worldwide due to its high altitudes, including K-2 (the world's second highest peak), Nanga Parbat (the world's ninth highest peak), and Broad Peak (the world's 12th highest peak).
Avalanches and similar incidents in this region claim the lives of a number of mountaineers every year.
Pakistani authorities have confirmed the death of 8 climbers, and have announced the condition of two other climbers as uncertain.
Northern Pakistan is one of the main destinations for mountaineers worldwide due to its high altitudes, including K-2 (the world's second highest peak), Nanga Parbat (the world's ninth highest peak), and Broad Peak (the world's 12th highest peak).
Avalanches and similar incidents in this region claim the lives of a number of mountaineers every year.
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