Avalanche Hits Afarwat Peak in Gulmarg; 1 Skier Killed, 3 Other Rescued, 1 Missing

Avalanche Hits Afarwat Peak in Gulmarg; 1 Skier Killed, 3 Other Rescued, 1 Missing

Asif Iqbal | February 22, 2024 | 03:16 PM IST | Breaking News, Gulmarg | Follow on Google News

Avalanche Hits Afarwat Peak in Gulmarg; 1 Skier Killed, 3 Other Rescued, 1 Missing….image/social media

Avalanche Hits Afarwat Peak in Gulmarg; 1 Skier Killed, 3 Other Rescued, 1 Missing

SRINAGAR, February 22: An avalanche on Khilan Marg at Afarwat Peak in the renowned ski destination Gulmarg proved fatal for one skier, while three were successfully rescued and one remains missing. The incident unfolded on Thursday afternoon, prompting an immediate and extensive rescue effort.

Swift Response to Avalanche

A massive rescue operation swiftly commenced following the avalanche at Khilan Marg, focusing on the trapped foreign skiers. Unfortunately, one skier lost their life, and efforts persist to locate the missing individual beneath the snow.

Unidentified Victims

The identities of the affected skiers, presumed to be foreigners, remain undisclosed as the rescue operation unfolds.

Ongoing Search for the Missing

As the rescue operation continues, authorities diligently search for the missing skier, emphasizing the challenging conditions at Afarwat Peak.

Awaiting Further Details

Details about the incident are still emerging, and updates on the rescue efforts are anticipated.

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