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Rescuers in Nepal are searching for seven climbers who were killed in an avalanche on Mount Yalung Ri, with some bodies recovered and others still missing, while additional climbers were injured and flown to Kathmandu. Two Italian climbers also died on a separate mountain after losing contact during heavy snowfall.
Nearly 1,000 climbers on Mt. Everest are trapped due to a blizzard, with about 350 safely evacuated while rescue efforts continue for the rest amid dangerous weather conditions and recent natural disasters in the region.
Hundreds of climbers are stranded on Mount Everest due to a severe blizzard on the Tibetan side, with rescue efforts underway but hampered by ongoing heavy snow and winds. About 350 hikers have been rescued, and more than 200 remain at camps below the summit, with reports of damaged tents and potential casualties. The situation is complicated by persistent weather conditions and recent heavy precipitation affecting neighboring Nepal as well.
Prices for Scarlet and Violet 151 Pokémon cards are fluctuating, with some final evolutions like Charizard ex, Blastoise ex, and Venusaur ex climbing due to their artwork and playability, while earlier forms like Charmander, Squirtle, and Bulbasaur are decreasing in value as supply increases. The market is stabilizing, making it a good time for collectors to buy the full lines, especially the iconic final evolutions. Additionally, certain cards from the Black Bolt and White Flare sets are highly sought after, and market prices for sealed products vary across vendors.
The Pokémon card market is highly volatile, with recent significant price drops in certain cards like Team Rocket's Ariana and Cynthia's Garchomp ex, while others like Mewtwo ex and Ho-Oh ex have experienced sharp rebounds, reflecting ongoing fluctuations influenced by the new Destined Rivals expansion and retail practices.
Three climbers from the U.S. and Canada have gone missing while attempting to scale Mount Cook, New Zealand's highest peak. Search and rescue operations are underway to locate the missing individuals.
Two climbers suffering from hypothermia are awaiting rescue near the peak of Denali, North America's tallest mountain, after summiting and sending an SOS message. A third climber was rescued earlier, but cloud cover and windy conditions have hindered further rescue attempts. The climbers' survival equipment is likely minimal, and rescuers are waiting for better weather to continue their efforts.
Two international climbers are stranded near Denali's summit with hypothermia and frostbite after sending an SOS call. One climber was rescued, but weather conditions have hindered further rescue efforts for the remaining two.
Mount Everest faces renewed scrutiny over overcrowding, pollution, and safety concerns after two climbers, Daniel Paterson and Pas Tenji Sherpa, are believed dead following a cornice collapse. Videos show long lines of climbers and harrowing conditions, highlighting the ongoing issues of traffic jams, human waste, and frequent accidents on the world's highest peak.
Two climbers, British Daniel Paterson and Nepali guide Pas Tenji Sherpa, are presumed dead after an icy ridge collapsed on Mount Everest, dragging them down the mountain. Despite extensive search efforts, they remain unaccounted for. The incident occurred in the "death zone" where oxygen levels are dangerously low. Other climbers, including Kenyan Joshua Cheruiyot Kirui and Romanian Gabriel Tabara, also died on the mountain this week, highlighting the increasing dangers of overcrowding and climate change on Everest.
At least 23 climbers were killed when Indonesia's Mount Merapi erupted on December 3. Search and rescue teams are currently searching for the missing victims.
Rescuers searching the hazardous slopes of Indonesia's Mount Marapi volcano found 11 more bodies of climbers who were caught by a surprise weekend eruption, raising the number of confirmed dead to 22. One person remains missing. New eruptions on Monday and Tuesday spewed more hot ash, reducing visibility and temporarily halting search and recovery operations. The rescuers faced bad weather, difficult terrain, and heat from the eruptions. Marapi has been at the third highest alert level since 2011, and climbers and villagers must stay more than 3 kilometers from the peak.
Eleven climbers were killed and twelve are still missing after the eruption of Mount Marapi volcano in Indonesia. The volcano has been at an elevated alert level since 2011, prohibiting climbers from reaching the peak. About 75 climbers were stranded on the mountain, and eight of those rescued suffered burns and injuries. The eruption spewed thick ash clouds and volcanic debris, affecting nearby villages. The search and rescue operation is ongoing, and authorities are distributing masks to protect residents from the falling ash. Mount Marapi is one of over 120 active volcanoes in Indonesia, located in the Pacific "Ring of Fire."
Eleven hikers have been found dead and three alive after the eruption of Mount Marapi volcano in West Sumatra, Indonesia. At least 12 climbers are still missing, with the number potentially rising to 22. The rescue efforts have been hindered by sporadic eruptions, but search operations are ongoing. Forty-nine climbers have been evacuated, and many are being treated for burns. The volcano erupted with ash plumes, stranding and injuring climbers and spreading volcanic ash over nearby villages. Mount Marapi is one of over 120 active volcanoes in Indonesia, located on the Pacific "Ring of Fire."
Five climbers have died and four others were injured in a devastating avalanche on the Oshtoran Kuh mountain in Iran, despite warnings from local authorities about extreme weather conditions. Heavy rain and snowfall in the area contributed to the landslide. The bodies of the victims were discovered over the course of two days, and rescue efforts are ongoing. This incident follows previous deadly avalanches in Iran, France, and India.