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Blizzard and Floods Trap 1,000 on Everest, 47 Dead

10/5/2025

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On Oct 5, 2025, rescues began as nearly 1,000 people were trapped by a blizzard on Mount Everest's eastern slope.
Chinese state media said roads were blocked, prompting hundreds of local villagers and rescue teams to assist.
In Nepal, heavy rains caused landslides and flash floods, with at least 47 deaths and several missing; the eastern Ilam district reported 35 fatalities.

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On Oct 5, 2025, rescues began as nearly 1,000 people were trapped by a blizzard on Mount Everest's eastern slope.
Chinese state media said roads were blocked, prompting hundreds of local villagers and rescue teams to assist.
In Nepal, heavy rains caused landslides and flash floods, with at least 47 deaths and several missing; the eastern Ilam district reported 35 fatalities.