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One foreigner dead in Gulmarg avalanche

  One foreigner dead in Gulmarg avalanche © Provided by Deepak kumar blogs T ragedy struck the renowned ski destination of Gulmarg on Thursday when an avalanche swept through the Kongdoori slopes, resulting in the death of one foreign skier, while another remains missing. Fortunately, five other skiers caught in the sudden snowslide were successfully rescued and are undergoing medical treatment at a local hospital. Officials reported that the deceased and missing skiers were foreigners who had ventured onto the slopes without local guides or companions. This raises concerns about safety protocols and the importance of adhering to recommended precautions, especially in avalanche-prone areas. Teams from the Indian Army and a local administration patrol are currently engaged in a combined rescue and search operation to locate the missing skier. Their efforts are ongoing, and updates are expected. The identities of the foreign nationals and the cause of the avalanche remain unknow...

A look at Earth in 2050 if climate change isn't stopped

  Washington, United States ©Provided by The Daily Digest Many scientific reports estimate that temperatures could rise by 3°C in the next thirty years, which would cause sea levels to rise all over the world. To make us aware of the climate emergency we find ourselves in, scientists at Climate Central have imagined what some iconic places on our planet could look like if we do not act. Pictured is Capitol Hill, seat of the legislative power in the United States.

1 Dead, 1 Missing After Avalanche Hits Gulmarg Ski-Resort; Rescue Operation Underway

  1 Dead, 1 Missing After Avalanche Hits Gulmarg Ski-Resort; Rescue Operation Underway © Provided by Deepak kumar blogs SRINAGAR:  An avalanche hit the upper reaches of a Ski Resort In Gulmarg resulting in the death of one skier and another going missing after the incident. According to reports, all other skiers, including some foreigners, have been rescued alive. A group of 8 skiers, including some foreigners, came under an avalanche earlier this afternoon, according to reports. The avalanche hit the Khilan Marg area on Afarwat Peak in the famous ski destination Gulmarg on Thursday afternoon.     The dead body of a skier has been recovered from the operation site. During the rescue operation, seven skiers were rescued safely from the site. One local skier is said to be injured when the avalanche hit the area. ''An avalanche hit Khilan Marg, trapping at least 8 skiers including some foreign skiers as well. Soon after that, a massive rescue operation was launched...