Another slide‑storm hits Nepal's Annapurna trail. Rough rain, melted glaciers and shifting soil have flattened roads, with 30 people dead and 1,900 families affected since last week.
What’s Happening? 🤯
Heavy rain and melted snow triggered dozens of landslides. Bridges washed away, roads turned to quick‑sand, and even the famous Thorang La pass is now a ghost town for trekkers.
Helicopter Rescues 🚁
In Manang and Mustang, rescue crews flew 200+ hikers out of danger. A 21‑year‑old from Suffolk, Jake Stacy, and his guide used faked paths to reach safety. The helicopters landed on small camps and scooped out wounded and stranded climbers.
Trekker Stories 🏔️
Andrew Graham stayed overnight in a jungle when a road gap closed at Chame. Meanwhile, guide Tse Ring Doma recounts the fear of shows thrown by fresh snow and the memory of last month’s flood. Most trekkers cut the circuit at Pokhara, waiting for roads to be cleared.
Local Impact 💔
Many villagers lost homes to sudden lakes. Evacuated families camp under bright blue tents, hoping for water and secure shelter. Local officials promise rapid bridge repairs but warn that the monsoon could strike again.
The Annapurna Conservation Area Project says 700 trekkers are still queuing in Pokhara. The entire region is a reminder that adventure can turn urgent at any moment.
