Updated April 16th, 2023 at 23:23 IST
Avalanche occurs near Zojila pass; Four vehicles trapped in snow, occupants rescued
At least four vehicles were buried under snow following an avalanche near the Zojila pass in Ladakh's Kargil district, officials said on Sunday.
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At least four vehicles were buried under snow following an avalanche near the Zojila pass in Ladakh's Kargil district, officials said on Sunday.
The vehicles' occupants escaped unhurt, they said.
The avalanche struck near Shaitani Nallah along the 434-km Srinagar-Leh National Highway.
A rescue operation was immediately launched and six people in the vehicles were rescued, the officials said.
Efforts are underway to clear the debris from the highway, they added.
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Published April 16th, 2023 at 22:42 IST
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