Navin Singh Khadka

A helicopter rescues stranded trekkers along the Annapurna Circuit trail in Nepal on October 16, 2014.

Rescuers airlift hikers to safety after a deadly blizzard hits the Himalayas

October 16, 2014Environment

Heavy snowfall hit Nepal this week, trapping hikers on the popular Annapurna trail. Avalanches killed more than 25 trekkers and climbers, and hundreds more had to be rescued by helicopter. Scientists warn these storms may become more commonplace.

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