Summary
Rescue workers are helping hikers trapped by heavy snow on Mount Everest's eastern face in Tibet. Around 350 hikers have reached safety, and rescuers are in contact with another 200. The sudden snowstorm has also impacted Nepal, resulting in heavy rain and flooding that has killed at least 47 people.
Key Facts
- Rescue workers are responding to hikers stranded by snow on Mount Everest in Tibet.
- Approximately 350 hikers have been safely rescued.
- Rescuers are in contact with about 200 more people who are still there.
- The heavy snowfall started on Friday evening and worsened conditions on the mountain.
- Nepal is also experiencing severe weather, with heavy rain and flooding reported.
- At least 47 people have died in Nepal due to these conditions since Friday.
