


Avalanche in Uttarakhand Claims Lives of Construction Workers
Tragic avalanche results in deaths and missing workers in northern India, as rescue teams continue efforts to locate stranded individuals.
Overview
An avalanche in northern Uttarakhand, India, has tragically led to the deaths of four construction workers, with several others reported missing. The incident occurred near Mana Pass, trapping 55 workers under snow. While 50 individuals were rescued, efforts continue to locate the remaining missing workers. Slow rescue operations, hampered by heavy snowfall, are being conducted with military support. Many affected workers were migrant laborers involved in a highway project. This incident highlights the increasing dangers in the ecologically sensitive Himalayan region, exacerbated by climate change.
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Analysis
- At least four construction workers died after an avalanche near India's border with Tibet, and rescue operations continue for missing individuals.
- The incident involved migrant laborers working on a highway project in a region prone to avalanches, exacerbated by heavy snowfall and poor visibility.
- Officials emphasize the need for comprehensive safety measures in light of climate change's impact on extreme weather events.
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The avalanche occurred near Mana Pass in northern Uttarakhand state.
Initially, 57 construction workers were trapped. As of the latest reports, 32 workers have been rescued.
As of the latest reports, 25 workers remain trapped, and efforts to locate them continue. The search is ongoing with multiple teams and military support.
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