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Climate Change Thaws Hunza Valley Ice Hockey Traditions

2/27/2026

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Unpredictable winters in the Hunza Valley, Pakistan, are disrupting local ice hockey traditions.
Aleena Gul, a hockey player, said the ice rink outside her home did not freeze properly this year, unlike previous winters.
Average winter precipitation has fallen by 30% since the late 2010s, shortening snow seasons.
The Karakoram Interlude tournament, which relies on natural ice, was moved to Sost due to poor conditions.

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Story summary

Unpredictable winters in the Hunza Valley, Pakistan, are disrupting local ice hockey traditions.
Aleena Gul, a hockey player, said the ice rink outside her home did not freeze properly this year, unlike previous winters.
Average winter precipitation has fallen by 30% since the late 2010s, shortening snow seasons.
The Karakoram Interlude tournament, which relies on natural ice, was moved to Sost due to poor conditions.