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4 bodies found, 6 climbers still missing after Broad Peak avalanche

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Introduction

On July 31, rescue crews in Pakistan reported finding four bodies of climbers following an avalanche on Broad Peak, where ten mountaineers went missing.

Background

The avalanche struck on July 30, affecting an expedition led by renowned mountaineer Nirmal Purja, who is among those reported missing. The Alpine Club of Pakistan confirmed that the group had lost communication just before the avalanche occurred.

Current Situation

Search and rescue operations are ongoing, with efforts focused on a remote and difficult area of Broad Peak, which stands at 26,401 feet in the Karakoram mountain range. The identities of the bodies found have not been disclosed, and the search for the remaining six climbers continues despite challenging weather conditions.

Key Facts & Figures

  • 1Four bodies have been located by rescue crews as of July 31.
  • 2Ten climbers went missing after an avalanche on Broad Peak on July 30.
  • 3The expedition was led by Nirmal Purja, a renowned mountaineer.
  • 4The Alpine Club of Pakistan confirmed the loss of communication with the climbers before the avalanche.
  • 5Broad Peak is the 12th-highest mountain in the world, at 26,401 feet.
  • 6The missing climbers include individuals from Nepal, Pakistan, Oman, China, and the United States.

Implications

The ongoing search efforts highlight the dangers of high-altitude climbing, particularly in challenging weather conditions, and the need for effective rescue operations in remote areas.

What's at Stake

The safety and potential recovery of six missing climbers after a deadly avalanche.

Next Steps

Continued search and rescue operations in challenging conditions.

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People

NP
Nirmal Purja
Renowned mountaineer leading the expedition and among the missing climbers.
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Mallory Geis
American climber and wellness entrepreneur, also reported missing.
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Sajid Hussain
Deputy director of the tourism department in Gilgit-Baltistan, providing updates on the search.

Organizations

Alpine Club of Pakistan— The organization coordinating the search and rescue operations.

Places

Broad PeakPakistanGilgit-Baltistan

Policy areas

Source Articles

Latest News - UPI.com

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7/31/2026

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Bloomberg Politics

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7/31/2026

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Al Jazeera – Breaking News, World News and Video from Al Jazeera

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7/31/2026

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