Brief by Shorts91 Newsdesk / 02:36pm on 22 Feb 2024,Thursday India
A devastating avalanche struck Jammu and Kashmir's Gulmarg, claiming one life, as eight skiers, including foreigners, were trapped near Khilan Marg. Rescue operations successfully saved seven lives, with the deceased identified as a Russian skier. The tragedy follows recent avalanche warnings in the region due to intensified cold waves. Russian Embassy confirms the incident on social media, emphasizing heavy snowfall triggering the avalanche. The state grapples with snow-related disruptions, shutting numerous roads and impacting electricity infrastructure. The avalanche's toll contributes to a total of 61 deaths from various incidents in the state since the year began.
