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All 10 climbers swept away in avalanche in Pakistan are confirmed dead
Summary by The San Antonio Editorial Desk Munir Ahmed And Riaz Khan, Associated Press , as published by KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate)
· August 1, 2026
· 1 min read
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Key takeaway The climbers were swept away on Pakistan's Broad Peak.
A devastating avalanche in Pakistan has resulted in the loss of 10 climbers, including renowned British-Nepali climber Nirmal Purja. The climbers were swept away on Pakistan's Broad Peak. Search teams have been working to recover the bodies, with four found and three recovered so far.
The search efforts have been hindered by harsh weather conditions. Further details on this tragic incident are available from the source, including a statement from Purja's expedition company, Elite Exped, which mourns the loss of the climbers.
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Category: business Published: August 1, 2026 Source: KSAT 12 (ABC affiliate) Reading time: 1 min
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