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Ladakh Avalanche: 7 dead, 5 injured in massive avalanche near Zoji La; Srinagar-Leh highway blocked

Ladakh Avalanche: 7 dead, 5 injured in massive avalanche near Zoji La; Srinagar-Leh highway blocked

Dynamite News 1 month ago

Seven people have died and five others were injured after a massive avalanche struck near Zoji La in Ladakh, burying several vehicles and blocking the Srinagar-Leh highway, triggering a large-scale rescue effort.

7 dead, 5 injured in massive avalanche near Zoji La

Ladakh: A massive avalanche struck near Zoji La Pass in Ladakh on Friday afternoon, leaving at least seven people dead and five others injured, according to officials.

The avalanche hit the stretch between Zero Point and Minimarg, an area known for heavy snowfall and frequent disruptions. Several passenger vehicles were caught in the sudden snow slide, with many getting buried under debris.

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Authorities said around 15 vehicles were either partially or completely buried under snow following multiple avalanches in the region. Rescue teams are still working to reach some of the trapped vehicles, raising concerns that the death toll could increase.

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