Five climbers die as blizzard hits Russia’s Mount Elbrus

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At least five climbers have been killed on Mount Elbrus in Russia after the 19-member team was hit by a blizzard at an altitude of over 5,000 metres

People walk on the slope of Mount Elbrus in the Republic of Kabardino-Balkaria, Russia on September 24, 2020.

Five climbers have lost their lives after a blizzard on Mount Elbrus, Europe's highest peak, Russia's emergencies ministry said.Elbrus, located in Russia's North Caucasus, is the highest mountain in Europe at 5,642 metres .The remaining 14 were taken down to the Azau valley below and the rescue was carried out in "the most difficult conditions" with strong winds, low visibility and sub-zero temperatures, it said.

The company which organised the climb said there were four professional guides accompanying the climbers. During the ascent, one of the climbers felt unwell and turned back with one of the guides. She later died "in his arms," it said.One of the climbers broke a leg, further slowing down the group. Two climbers froze to death and two others lost consciousness and died as they were brought down, the company said.While the ascent is not considered technically difficult, dozens of climbers die every year during summit attempts.

 

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