#avalanche hit nepal

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The team went in search of caterpillar fungus in Nepal and Yamraj was walking behind, 3 people died in a sudden avalanche

Image Source: AP symbolic photo Avalanche incidents in Nepal are not taking the name of stopping. In the latest case, three people were killed and 12 others injured in another avalanche incident in Nepal’s Mugu district. A local official gave this information on Sunday. The incident took place at a time when a total of 15 people from Jumla district had gone to Mugu in search of the caterpillar…

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How Difficult is Chulu West Peak Climbing?

Chulu West Peak, at 6,419 meters, is one of Nepal’s great climbing challenges. This peak provides an exciting experience for people who enjoy adventure and pushing themselves to their limits. But how difficult is it to climb Chulu West Peak? Let’s delve in with a personal touch to assist you grasp the trip.

Physical Challenges

The climb to Chulu West Peak is not a walk in the park. It’s demanding, both physically and mentally. The altitude alone makes it tough. As you go higher, the air gets thinner, making every step feel like a huge effort. Your body struggles to get enough oxygen, and you can feel exhausted just from putting on your boots in the morning.

I remember one morning, waking up at High Camp, around 5,800 meters. My head was pounding, my legs felt like lead, and the cold was biting into my bones. Just moving from my sleeping bag to the kitchen tent for a cup of hot tea felt like a marathon. It’s in these moments you really question your strength and determination.

Technical Skills

Chulu West isn’t just about walking up a steep hill. It requires technical climbing skills. You need to know how to use crampons, ice axes, and ropes. The route has crevasses, steep ice walls, and rocky sections that can be very dangerous if you’re not experienced.

Before attempting Chulu West, I spent weeks training on smaller peaks and practicing my climbing techniques. Even with all the preparation, standing on a narrow ridge with a sheer drop on either side was terrifying. The wind howled around us, and I had to focus on each step, gripping my ice axe tightly.

Weather Conditions

The weather in the Himalayas is unpredictable. A sunny morning can quickly turn into a blizzard by afternoon. Strong winds and sudden snowstorms can halt your progress and put your life at risk.

During our climb, we were hit by a sudden snowstorm. The visibility dropped to almost zero, and we had to huddle together, using our bodies to block the wind and keep warm. We couldn’t see the path ahead, and every minute felt like an eternity. The fear of getting lost or being swept away by an avalanche was very real.

Mental Toughness

Climbing Chulu West is as much a mental challenge as it is a physical one. The altitude, cold, and exhaustion take a toll on your mind. You need to stay positive and keep pushing forward, even when every part of you wants to give up.

There was a moment during our summit push when I felt completely defeated. My legs were shaking, my lungs were burning, and I just wanted to lie down in the snow and rest. But the encouragement from my teammates and the thought of reaching the summit kept me going. That emotional support and the bond you form with your team are crucial.

Conclusion

Climbing Chulu West Peak is difficult, no doubt about that. It challenges you in every manner imaginable. But the sensation of standing on the summit and looking out across the Himalayas is indescribable. It’s a combination of tiredness, relief, and great excitement. You understand that all the agony, worry, and struggle were worthwhile.

If you plan to climb Chulu West, you should prepare thoroughly, both physically and mentally. Train hard, master the essential skills, and be prepared for the unpredictable character of the mountains. It’s a difficult journey, but one that will provide you with memories and experiences to last a lifetime.

Remember, the mountain is unconcerned about your plans. Respect it, be prepared, and climb with courage and determination. The trip is difficult, but the rewards are great.

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Cause and effect

The butterfly flaps its wings in the depths of the Amazon, the storm sweeps across the Pacific, the tsunami crashes against the coasts of Japan, the earthquake shakes the land of California.

The hurricane hits the coast of Florida, the tornado rips through the streets of New York, the avalanches bury the villages of Nepal, the wildfires spread through the fields of Australia.

The snowstorm rages through the forests of Canada, the volcanoes erupt in the heart of Indonesia, the flood drowns the people of Bangladesh, the drought shrivels the crops of Egypt.

The unending conflict tears apart the nations of the Middle East, the rebellion rises through the hills of Chile, the revolution grows in the city of Paris, the coup d'état crushes the dreams of China.

The pestilence spreads through the countries of the North, the war decimates the cities of the East, the famine eats away at the South, death overtakes the masses of the west.

The collapse of society comes one day, the downfall of man comes the other.

But the world moves along.

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Two labourers killed, one missing after avalanche hits Lahaul, Spiti

A team comprising police personnel, health officials and district disaster management authority members rushed to the spot and started the rescue operation.

SHIMLA: Two labourers were killed and another is feared trapped under the snow after an avalanche hit the Shinkula-Darcha road in Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh, officials said on Monday.

The avalanche hit Chika village on Sunday evening, they said.

Three labourers were buried under the snow along with snow cutters in the avalanche, the officials said.

A team comprising police personnel, health officials and district disaster management authority members rushed to the spot and started the rescue operation, they said.

The bodies of Ram Budha from Nepal and Rakesh from Chamba have been recovered.

The third labourer, Passang Chhering Lama (27), a resident of Nepal, is missing, according to the state emergency operation centre.

The rescue operation was stopped at night as the temperature and visibility dropped. It will resume on Monday morning, the officials said.

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Two killed, one missing following avalanche in Lahaul and Spiti | India News

SHIMLA: Two labourers were killed and another went missing after an avalanche on Shinkula–Darcha road in Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh on Sunday evening.Three casual labourers got buried in the snow along with snow cutter/dozers as avalanche hit Chika village in the district, officials said.The bodies of Ram Budha from Nepal and Rakesh from Chamba have been recovered while…

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Two killed, one missing following avalanche in Lahaul and Spiti | India News

SHIMLA: Two labourers were killed and another went missing after an avalanche on Shinkula–Darcha road in Lahaul and Spiti district of Himachal Pradesh on Sunday evening.Three casual labourers got buried in the snow along with snow cutter/dozers as avalanche hit Chika village in the district, officials said.The bodies of Ram Budha from Nepal and Rakesh from Chamba have been recovered while…

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psa from solange:

hey everyone!

hope all is well. as you may or may not be aware i will be living in nepal for about 8 months in the coming year and have been training very hard in order to climb properly when im there.

for more info on my climb: here

the reason why im posting this is because i don’t think i can interact with everyone like how i used to for a bit. im going to sparsely be on this platform and will be busy scaling mountain peaks and as a result it’s important to be aware of the consequences.

i might never be able to come back to this platform talk to you guys or in fact anyone else. given in case i fall to my death, get hit by an avalanche. die from lack of oxygen or any of the risks that come with mountaineering and climbing. it really doesn’t sit in my hands because it doesn’t matter how good of a climber you are, it’s mother nature that gets to decide your fate.

so yeah i don’t mean to be dramatic but there’s always the underlying possibility of me dying and although i of course want to avoid that i can’t guarantee anything. ive literally had people who are sponsored by the same company as me unfortunately die from getting in between natures ways. it happens, it’s inevitable. sometimes it’s just sheer bad luck.

that being said i will try my best to update and of course will but it’ll mostly be queued up works from collabs or my own things. once all of those are up i have been thinking about deleting my account, deleting my network that ive paused after losing hope for it (after so many of the negative things that have occurred with it) but until then the network will come back (brand spanking new) and it’ll be running under my other co-admins. ill oversee things but we will have to see how things go.

i hope you guys can understand this since climbing is the driving force in my life. it literally courses through my veins and is something i do with all my heart. so of course, my personal life + climbing is my priority.

i will be going on hiatus soon and will let you all know when that date arrives. hopefully until then everything will be properly queued. i will update from time to time updates from my climbing and my time in nepal.

don’t be afraid to reach out to me should you need anything :) my personal Instagram has since been deactivated and my climbing account is all that remains but since I have my sponsors on that one and an actual audience I need to cater to I won’t be releasing it to tumblr because I would just like that privacy. however close mutuals (irl friends) can ask for it but we have to generally know each other well.

for anything else contact me here:

tumblr dm (replies may be slower than intended)

kakaotalk: du0tine

discord: solange #5127

my personal phone number for close friends.

just note if i don’t reply it’s because:

im either on the mountain with no connection.

i have no time, im not ignoring of course.

or I died which is a possibility.

love, solange!

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Healing through the Himalayas

    I was unnerved at the thought of these mountains, aging near 50 million years old, full of history and wealth. There above lies rigid peaks and soaring heights, strong waters and vivid sharp-edged granite building the homes of the wild. The comprehension of beauty is influenced by comparison, however, there’s not a damn thing on the planet deserving enough to be compared to the Himalayas. They’re alive and awake, growing every day, shaped and shifted by avalanches and tremors and growing rivers fed by melting glaciers and the snow leopards, one of the only carnivores of the Himalayas, lies present yet silent, symbolic and representative to the creator of nature. There’s something alive here, hidden in plain sight, echoing out and drawing me closer. Something I feel I can reach yet is impossible to touch. Something I so long to search for, whatever it may be. 

I reached for the benefit of the beauty of nature over the fear of the unknown. Unable to sleep, I drifted between anxious shakes and these visions of eagles gliding along the soaring heights of the mountain range, Himalayan mountain sheep grazing in herds leaping between dry bushes and through the in-betweens, I saw a blurred vision of my father. Maybe the unearthliness and historic existence measure the markings of spirit within the Himalayas. I’ve always liked to believe that there’s an existential energy out there that lies between Earth and the resting world. One that holds the past souls but prevails in the present. One that doesn’t speak a human language but communicates well. Perhaps a world we still find ourselves in. Perhaps this alerting energy that bellows in nature.

The awareness and truth of suffering, the first of buddha’s teachings lie known across the land of the Himalayas and have fallen upon my lap, left to assimilate.  

I packed his ashes into a locket and I arrived late at night in a slow, small airport. There were crowds of taxi drivers yelling across the fence. I walked, exhaustedly, as they followed the travelers and me out to the parking lot. I hopped into a jeep with a quiet older gentleman who spoke little English. Too tired to put effort into a conversation, I watched the dirt roads ahead of us full of potholes. I paid most of my attention to avoid hitting my head against the windows until I arrived at the hostel. I fell asleep quickly on the top floor that had windows wrapping around the entire building that would once allow the sun to wake me as it rose.

In the morning, I lied awaiting the rest of the city to slowly waken as I craved the chance for a warm cup of tea. I stared out the window as the sun rose above Swayambhu, a temple full of greedy monkeys, one that embodies 365 steps to achieve its beauty. While the beauty lies in every corner through Nepal, it seems we had much walking to do to reach the most beautiful parts of the country.

An eye rub and groan across the room was noticed in the corner of my eye as I watched crows fly from building to building. He greets himself, a Tibetan man, 25 years old that did not know english very well spoke with me through google translate. He welcomed me to Kathmandu and stumbled across his words as he asked if I’d like to join him for breakfast. He guided me along to a restaurant through tall buildings, often a bit lopsided and accompanying cracks. The streets were hung with prayer flags and tourist shops were opening their doors. Namaste. Namaste. Namaste as we walked down the road. When he had finally reached the restaurant, no bigger than the average American sized bathroom, built by plastic chairs and wobbly tables. I enjoyed a rice meal and some tea and a slow conversation over google translate before he headed off to work that day. He asked me what I wanted to do that day and I pointed at Swayambhu. I hopped into a taxi and began the steps up 365 stairs. I followed the monkeys, soaked in the sun above the city with my eyes closed and welcomed the vibration of prayer wheels as they were spun by tourists and locals. I was here, accompanied by reason and purpose. Time was no longer a ticking clock, but a gift on this pursuit of searching and understanding this echo that led me to Nepal. I had no intention of leaving this place quickly. Many know how fascinated with leaving I had become. I had always wanted to leave. Run, in fact. But here, I don’t want to leave here.

The second noble truth: determining the cause of suffering. Desire and ignorance lying at the root.

After growing tired of the smog of the city, it was time to climb. I packed my bag with 2 pants, 2 shirts, a water purifier, a sleeping bag, some hiking boots, and a couple of layers to keep me warm through the next two weeks. It was enough and there are places in the world where you constantly feel like what you have isn’t enough. It feels good to strip down to the necessities of humankind. No one to compare riches and debts to. What matters from here is faith in yourself, trust in nature and to continue putting one foot in front of the other.

The trek began with a few hours walking through rice fields. It was colorful and quiet. I walked behind my Nepali guide who had curly hair and a passion for mountains. They were his home after all. He was shy and between the sounds of footsteps jumping over puddles and cattle grazing nearby, the habitual warming questions were soliloquized between. After all, I am spending the next two weeks with this man. I must get to know him and find the reason these mountains echo to him, what his reason is for climbing them for a living despite their obvious beauty. Perhaps for my own desire for clarity. I found out that he’s scared of dogs and swings, loves smoking weed and thought the phrase “Why not, coconut?!” was hilarious. We hopped around the trail until we finally reached the village we were staying at for the night. We shared some raksi, a traditional Nepali liquor, accompanied by dal baht, a traditional rice dish, that I fell in love with. And we laughed and laughed as the raski settled in and stared at the stars until our eyes grew heavy. I fell asleep to the sound of the Ngadi or “river” and the high pitch noise of the crickets.

Again, I rose with the sun, purified some water from the tap and walked alongside the river. This time for 8 hours to the town of Chamche. We took a stop at the base of this massive waterfall to cool down. In an attempt to get closer, I stepped on a grass patch that was not supported. I fell down the side of the cliff, completely burring myself with mud and grass. The mist was blinding being this close to the falls but I screamed and lifted my hand as high as the dirt allowed and was pulled up with nothing but a few scrapes, a sore foot and ankle, some leeches and a whole lot of luck. Upon arrival to Chamche, eating another serving of dal baht, he had the decency to ask me if I’m tired after walking 8 hours with a sore foot and ankle and I honestly didn’t know if he was serious or not but he looked at me waiting in silence for an answer. The day was best described by the words I wrote in my journal: I am climbing these mountains with a goddamn mountain goat.

I woke up to a throbbing foot and cramping calves. 5 hours today. I can do this. I ate lunch under an apple tree and dropped my sunglasses in the toilet or let’s say a full ‘hole in the ground’. Lovely. He said repeatedly “Bistārī, Bistārī” or “slowly, slowly.” He was right and he probably saw my frustration and felt it through my silence. Climbing mountains aren’t meant to be a race. Climbing mountains aren’t meant to be easy. If they were, no one would do it. I finally grew the courage to ask him why he does it. He said it’s in his Nepali blood. And they’re beautiful. He wants to own a tour company one day. And through his rambles, he eventually began to tell me how he started climbing mountains with his brother who passed away in a motorcycle accident two years ago. This was his connection and his dedication to his passing. I didn’t have words to respond and to break the silence, he pointed to the left of us and said: “that’s Annapurna 2.” I counted the rest of my steps with the Nepali words he taught me, “Ēka, du'ī, tīna, cāra, pām̐ca, cha..” and he corrected me as I went on with my mispronunciation.

I stayed up later than usual that night, despite how exhausted I was. It’s been a wave of emotions. This traveling is. Within a mountain lies the heavyweight of awareness due to the lack of distractions. Hours and hours of walking with nothing but your thoughts are the most draining part of it all. The conquerable part of it lies within a sufferer who climbs them anyway and does the difficult achievement of simply surviving.

Today, I fluctuated between ‘why am I doing this’ to ‘I’m so happy I’m doing this’. Today, I sat in a cafe and grew annoyed by a group of Israeli hikers complain about how they found a worm in their pasta. Today, I rolled my eyes to a couple of Americans moan about how they don’t have a private “bathroom.” Now despite being in the middle of the mountains on a trek that will reach near 17,000 feet, I have found myself more irritated with these people than I have with the fact that I have pulled hairs out of the past 3 meals I’ve eaten. Contemplation over whether to be disgusted or impressed with myself began. Is the lack of toilet paper I’ve used in the past few months of traveling impressing or? Is the cracking sounds that my socks make as I put them on in the morning disgusting? What about how comfortable I became peeing on the side of a road or trail? I’d say it’s impressive but I will leave that for each individual to decide.

The next few days, I spent plenty of hours practicing more Nepali, laid in the grass to watch the eagles fly in circles above, hiked up to lake Tilicho lake, the highest lake in the world to listen to ice crack and fall into the lake, and played an indefinite amount of card games with other trekkers. Oh, and ate all the dal baht I could possibly eat.

And when it was finally time to summit, we woke at 4 am before the sun, to a snowstorm and all I heard were the words, “Bistārī” or “Lagabhaga”. Almost. And my god, I have never hated a word more. When I reached the top and saw the tip of the Nepal flag, I walked as close as I could before I eventually collapsed to my knees. 17,769 feet. I cried after over a week of wondering if I’ll make it, if it’s worth it and constantly questioning why the hell I was doing it.  

And it was for this. For the historic human instinct of healing through nature. The feeling of confronting the reflection in the walls of the mountains and the spirits that lay between them. For my dad. For the first time the entire trek, my backpack had felt like nothing and my foot had stopped throbbing. To be humbled and disciplined. To become more human. Enamored by the mountain range, my attitude changed. For so long I carried this feeling of defeat or numbness that I reconciled as avoidance and throughout the trail, there was nothing I could use to hide from myself.

I looked at my guide as he twirled and looked up at the mountains around us. “For you, my brother” he whispered. I hugged him and clenched my locket. We both laughed and fell into the piles of snow as we danced and yelled. All this mountain range was before we started was something beautiful that led to the sky and I looked up and thanked them for becoming so much more than that. 

An end of suffering.

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A complete Annapurna Base Camp Trek

One of the best ways to explore and come across the spectacular beauty of the Himalayas is the Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Hundreds and thousands of travel enthusiasts venture on this amazing adventurous journey every year, with one motto to dwell in the charm of the glistening snowy Himalayan mountains. No doubt Annapurna Base Camp Trekking falls under the most admired trails in the Himalayas.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek leads to the lap of the world's tenth highest mountain, Mt. Annapurna (8,091 m). The journey lets you witness some of the most stunning massifs, fine mountain villages, dense forests, breath-taking sceneries, and the kind locals.

Along with all this pleasure and adventure comes lots of prior preparations. To make the trek successful, there are lots of things that are required to be properly planned and executed. And, this should be done by both sides, the travel agency and the guest.

In this blog, we are going to share detailed information about the Annapurna Base Camp Trek route, and all the things that you should know before joining the trip.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek Route

As per your time availability, you can choose one of our Annapurna Base Camp Trek itinerary or custom design your own. We offer a range of Annapurna Base Camp Trekking packages from short 3 days Annapurna Base Camp Trek to 15 day Annapurna Base Camp Trek. Usually, Annapurna Base Camp Trek begins from a scenic flight/drive from Kathmandu to Pokhara. From here, a short drive takes you to the starting point of the trek, Nayapul.

The trail from Nayapul gradually ascends through Tikhedhunga and leads you to the beautiful Ghorepani village. The next morning, you hike to Poon Hill to witness a glorious sunrise and wonderful views of the western Himalayan mountains. Further, the trail passes by lush rhododendron forests and fine villages like Ghandruk, Tadapani, Chhomrong, and Himalaya. Before reaching the Annapurna Base Camp, you pass by Machhapuchhre Base Camp. After exploring ABC, you descend through Bamboo and stop at Jhinu Danda to enjoy a natural hot spring. The trail then takes back to Nayapul, which marks the end of Annapurna Base Camp Trekking.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek difficulty & Altitude sickness

Annapurna Base Camp Trek route follows a moderate trail. If you are an experienced trekker, then this trek will be a piece of cake for you. However, if you are a beginner trekker, the trail can get a little difficult for you because of long walking, many ascend & descends, and trodden paths. Regardless of the difficulty, anyone can do Annapurna Base Camp Trek if he/she is healthy and physically fit.

Annapurna Base Camp Trekking is a high altitude trek, which automatically involves the risk of altitude sickness, also known as acute mountain sickness. This trek takes you above 4,000 meters in a matter of a few days. Altitude sickness can get really scary and troublesome if not handled properly on time.

To lower the chances of AMS, we take all the measures during the trek. Our Annapurna Base Camp Trek itinerary is crafted including ample rest days along with a constant increase in elevation. Moreover, our professional guides make sure you are not having any discomfort on the trail, and check-upon you every day.

Annapurna Base Camp Trek Map

Best season to go on Annapurna Base Camp Trek

As a matter of fact, you can go to Annapurna Base Camp Trek throughout the year. It completely depends on your preference and circumstances. With that being said, you have to know all the pros and cons of traveling in each of the seasons so that you can choose what is best for you.

Spring (March to May)

Spring is one of the best times to go on Annapurna Base Camp Trek because of low precipitation and mild-temperature. The days are usually bright and sunny, which makes the views clear. In the early days of the spring, you will experience coldness in the air that later changes into warmer days. Due to high elevation, there can be chances of snowfall in March, but other months will be fine. Likewise, the trail welcomes numerous vegetation and flora at this time of the year.

Summer (June to Mid- September)

The temperature ranges between 20 to 25 degrees Celsius on average in summer. The lower altitude is comparatively warmer than the high altitude. Still, you can walk and enjoy the trek. Similarly, the monsoon hits slowly in these months with chances of heavy rainfall. We recommend you, start the day early and reach your destination on time so that you do not get stuck in rain.

The weather gets very unpredictable, and it cannot be said when rainfall will occur. The trail can get slippery with bugs and unclear views, however, the rain-washed view is one of the best views one can admire. As it is off-season, the trail is less crowded as well.

Autumn ( October to November)

Autumn is the most preferred time to go on Annapurna Base Camp Trek. It is the peak season, and you can see many fellow trekkers from all around the world. There can be 6 mm of precipitation in October, however, November is mostly clear and bright with a hint of chillness in the air. The temperature ranges anywhere from 17 degrees celsius to 11 degrees celsius. Likewise, the views are fantastic and alluring. Other than the pleasant weather, festivals make this season more attractive to join the trek. Nepalis celebrate the range of their most important festivals in the autumn.

Winter (December to February)

Winter is the coldest time of the year in the Himalayas. The temperature can fall below -19 degrees Celsius at the base camp. There can be unpredicted chances of heavy snowfall, strong wind, and avalanches. Winter is considered off-season. Photographers are the ones who usually approach this time of the year to trek to Annapurna Base Camp. The views can be either unclear or breath-taking, depending on the weather. You need to precisely prepare for the trek if you are planning to join in winter. Also, know that most of the teahouses get closed on the higher elevation due to cold.

Food & Accommodations on Annapurna Base Camp Trek

Annapurna Base Camp Trekking trail offers a wide range of cuisines to dig in from typical Nepali dishes to Indian, Tibetan, and Continental. During the trek, we offer three meals a day- breakfast, lunch & dinner. All the meals will be served as per the menu of the guesthouse/teahouse. However, we want you to know that the taste of the dishes may not be the same as the city one because of species.

For breakfast, you can find oatmeal, toast (with jam, honey, peanut butter), Tibetan bread, corn flakes, porridge, pancakes, eggs, hashed brown, muesli, etc. Likewise, lunch and dinner usually consist of thukpa, dal bhat, momo, pasta, soups, steaks, burgers, pizza, veggies, curries, chapati (Indian/Tibetan bread), etc. Similarly, a wide range of drinks like tea, coffee, juice, hot chocolates, milk, etc is also available.

Travel Insurance

Travel insurance is a must to have to join Annapurna Base Camp Trekking. ABC Trek takes you to a very remote part of the Himalayas, where the basic infrastructure is underdeveloped. Likewise, the weather is unpredictable. No one knows what holds in the next moment in the Himalayas. Therefore, it is strongly recommended to have well-covered travel insurance before joining the trek.

Things like air evacuations, medical bills, and hospital bills are mandatory to have in the insurance. We also recommend adding loss or theft of personal properties and flight cancellation in your travel insurance. The Nepal government does not allow foreigners to take out travel insurance in Nepal, therefore you are requested to get one in your home country, and carry all the documents with you during the journey.

Packing list for Annapurna Base Camp Trek

A few pairs of Thermal tops

Fleece jacket/pullover

Windcheater - waterproof shell jacket one pair

Down jacket

Comfortable Fleece/wool trousers

Trekking pants- at least 2 pairs

Mittens/woolen gloves

Warm Hiking socks

Trekking sue with spare laces

Pair of flip flop

Breathable underwears

Hiking Cotton trousers/t-shirts

Sun hat/scarf

Sunglasses

Sleeping bag

Trekking poles

Day bag above 40 L

1 set- Headlamp

Small lock for the day backpack

Reusable water bottles- 2 letters

Water purification tablets

Wash towel

Toiletries (wet tissue, quick-drying towel,  nail clipper, small mirror, toothpaste & brush, toilet paper, moisturizers, lip balms, sunscreens, sanitary pads, hand sanitizer, etc)

Rain poncho

Basic personal first aid kit

Miscellaneous (journal, pen, extra batteries, small torch, book/kindle, snacks/bars)

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Headlines

The American Dream has headed north (CNN) Individuals born into poorer families have a better chance of owning a home, getting a good education and experiencing a better life than their parents if they are born in Canada than if they are born in the United States. In other words, Canadians have a better shot at the American Dream than Americans do. That’s according to the World Economic Forum’s Global Social Mobility Index, which ranks 82 countries on their citizens’ ability to fulfill their potential regardless of their socio-economic background.

Trump touts U.S. economy, dismisses climate ‘prophets of doom’ (Reuters) U.S. President Donald Trump touted the success of the U.S. economy in Davos on Tuesday, dismissing “perennial prophets of doom” on climate change to an audience that included Greta Thunberg.

Pro-gun rally by thousands in Virginia ends peacefully (AP) Tens of thousands of gun-rights activists from around the country rallied peacefully at the Virginia Capitol on Monday to protest plans by the state’s Democratic leadership to pass gun-control legislation--a move that has become a key flash point in the national debate over gun violence. The size of the crowd and the expected participation of white supremacists and fringe militia groups raised fears that the state could see a repeat of the violence that exploded in 2017 in Charlottesville. But the rally concluded uneventfully around noon, and the mood was largely festive, with rally-goers chanting “USA!” and waving signs denouncing Democratic Gov. Ralph Northam.

Murders in Mexico hit record as Lopez Obrador seeks justice system reform (Reuters) Mexico suffered its worst year for homicides in 2019, with a record 34,582 victims, official data showed on Monday, underscoring the challenge President Andres Manuel Lopez Obrador faces while waging war on drug cartels. Lopez Obrador assumed the presidency in December 2018 pledging to pacify the country with a less confrontational approach to security, but violence has continued rising, with the number of homicide victims 2.5% higher in 2019 than a year earlier, according to the security ministry data.

Norway’s government (Foreign Policy) Norwegian Prime Minister Erna Solberg’s ruling coalition fell apart on Monday, after a right-wing party withdrew in response to a controversial decision to repatriate a suspected member of the Islamic State and her children from Syria so that one could receive urgent medical treatment. The political crisis could have ramifications for other European governments already wary of repatriating ex-ISIS fighters.

Seven still missing after Himalayan avalanche (Foreign Policy) Seven hikers and guides are still missing in Nepal after an avalanche hit a trail around Annapurna, the world’s 10th highest mountain, last Friday. Officials have already rescued 200 people, but the search for the missing was called off on Monday amid worsening weather conditions. Last year, Nepal faced a deadly climbing season on Mount Everest, leading to criticism that it had issued too many permits.

Bangladesh says island is ready for refugees (Foreign Policy) Last year, Bangladesh announced plans to move thousands of Myanmar’s Rohingya refugees from camps in Cox’s Bazar to an island in the Bay of Bengal, Bhasan Char. Now the government says that the island, which floods regularly during monsoon season, is ready to welcome around 100,000 people--with newly built houses, hospitals, mosques, and flood protection. (Foreign media have not been allowed to visit the island.)

Hong Kong on High Alert to Tackle Coronavirus Outbreak (Reuters) Hong Kong’s government is on high alert to deal with a new flu-like coronavirus that has killed nine people in mainland China, the city’s commerce secretary, Edward Yau, said on Wednesday.

Thai officials resume peace dialogue with main southern insurgents (Reuters) A senior Thai official met an envoy of the main insurgent group fighting in the country’s largely Muslim south in what both sides described as a positive step toward a peace process, the Thai government said on Tuesday.

Australia’s bush fires take their toll (Foreign Policy) As fire conditions in Australia are expected to worsen again this week, the government announced Monday that it would increase emergency funding for small businesses affected by the country’s blazes. The cost of the fires means the government may not deliver on a promised budget surplus. Australia’s tourism and insurance industries have already reported they are likely to take a hit.

Lebanon forms government with backing of Hezbollah and allies (Reuters) Lebanon formed a new government on Tuesday under Prime Minister Hassan Diab after the Shi’ite group Hezbollah and its allies agreed on a cabinet that must urgently address the economic crisis and ensuing protests that toppled its predecessor.

Saudi-Led Coalition Resumes Airstrikes Near Yemeni Capital (AP) The Saudi-led military coalition fighting in Yemen stepped up its bombing campaign Tuesday, launching airstrikes near the rebel-held capital in clashes that killed at least 35 people, Yemeni security officials said.

Militants Kill 36 People in Northern Burkina Faso (AP) Militants attacked a market in Burkina Faso’s Sanmatenga province, killing at least 36 people and wounding several others, the government said Tuesday.

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Welcome to the news channel of the Angry Nature,Today we will tell you about India avalanche,, At least ten climbers were killed yesterday after being hit by an avalanche in the Himalayas. Rescuers are still searching for a further missing 11. The group was hit by an avalanche in the Gangotri range of the Garhwal Himalayas on Tuesday morning, according to Uttarakhand state police chief Ashok Kumar. The group was 42: 34 students, seven instructors, and a nurse. At least 30 were caught and buried in the avalanche. Eight others were rescued, but 11 are still missing. “It has happened for the first time in the history of Indian mountaineering that such a large group of trainee mountaineers has been killed in an avalanche.” – Amit Chowdhary, an official at the International Climbing and Mountaineering Federation and a former Indian air force officer The students, preparing for high-altitude navigation, were returning from Draupadi ka Danda-II at 18,602 feet when the avalanche struck at 8.45 am local time. The students were roped together when the avalanche struck, said Ridhim Aggarwal, inspector general with India’s disaster response force. The National Disaster Response Force and the Indian army sent teams to assist in rescue efforts. The Indian air force deployed two helicopters to search for the missing. The tragedy comes a week after an avalanche hit base camp on Manaslu, Nepal, killing two, and a separate avalanche claimed the life of an American mountaineer, Hilaree Nelson, the same day on Manaslu. #india_avalanche #uttarkhand_avalanche #manaslu_avalanche  #angry_nature ________________________________ The channel lists such natural disasters as: 1) Geological emergencies: #earthquake  #volcanic_eruption  mudflow, #landslide landfall, avalanche; 2) Hydrological emergencies:  #flash_flood #tsunami  Limnological catastrophe, floods, flooding; 3) Fires: Forest fire, Peat fire, Glass Fire, Wildfire; 4) Meteorological emergencies: #tornado, #cyclone #blizzard  Hail, Drought, Hail, #hurricane #storm, Thunderstorm, typhoon Tempest, Lightning. ATTENTION: All videos are taken from open sources. The selection is based on publication date, title, description, and venue. Sometimes, due to unfair posting of news on social networks, the video may contain frames that do not correspond to the date and place. It is not always possible to check all videos. We apologize for any errors! Thank you for watching, don't forget to subscribe our channel, We Wish you good Weather,

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Video: Huge Avalanche Hits Nepal's Manaslu Base Camp

Video: Huge Avalanche Hits Nepal’s Manaslu Base Camp

In a video shared by Tashi, avalanches can be seen descending toward the base camp. Kathmandu: A huge avalanche hit Nepal’s Manaslu Base Camp on Sunday. The incident was confirmed by Tashi Sherpa who was trying to climb the eighth-highest mountain in the world at 8,163 metres. In a video shared by Tashi, avalanches can be seen descending toward the base camp. He further divulged that few tents…

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33 Dead, Hundreds Injured; Rain Affected Districts Report Many Missing Due to Landslides

33 Dead, Hundreds Injured; Rain Affected Districts Report Many Missing Due to Landslides

Floods and landslides killed at least 33 people in western Nepal over the past week, Nepali news agencies reported. Karnali-province in the north-west was heavily hit as rains forced thousands of residents to evacuate. Flooding and avalanches have damaged hundreds of homes. More than 22 people are missing across the province and hundreds have been injured. Six people went missing after a…

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Video: Huge Avalanche Hits Nepal's Manaslu Base Camp

Video: Huge Avalanche Hits Nepal’s Manaslu Base Camp

In a video shared by Tashi, avalanches can be seen descending toward the base camp. Kathmandu: A huge avalanche hit Nepal’s Manaslu Base Camp on Sunday. The incident was confirmed by Tashi Sherpa who was trying to climb the eighth-highest mountain in the world at 8,163 metres. In a video shared by Tashi, avalanches can be seen descending toward the base camp. He further divulged that few tents…