Avalanche caught on camera kills 11 climbers in Russia’s Caucasus, 6 missing
A massive wall of snow and ice swept through the Bezengi Gorge in Kabardino-Balkaria as 33 climbers were in the area; authorities say 11 were killed, six remain missing and dozens of rescuers are searching with helicopter support
An avalanche in Russia’s Caucasus Mountains killed 11 climbers and left six missing on Sunday. The incident occurred in the Bezengi Gorge around 5 p.m. local time, affecting a group of 33 climbers. Dramatic videos captured the event, with one tourist remarking, “You only see things like this in movies.” Authorities believe the avalanche may have been triggered by a collapsing hanging glacier. Rescue efforts involving 56 personnel and a helicopter continued on Monday in the region, known for its hazardous alpine conditions.
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