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All 10 climbers swept away in avalanche in Pakistan are confirmed dead
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· August 2, 2026
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Key takeaway All 10 climbers who were swept away in an avalanche have been confirmed dead.
A tragic incident has occurred in Pakistan, resulting in the loss of lives of climbers. All 10 climbers who were swept away in an avalanche have been confirmed dead. Renowned climber Nirmal Purja was among those who lost their lives in the avalanche.
His expedition company reported the incident. For more information on this incident, readers can refer to the source, as details are currently limited to the confirmation of the deaths of the 10 climbers, including Nirmal Purja, in the avalanche in Pakistan.
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Category: business Published: August 2, 2026 Source: ABC7 Los Angeles (KABC) Reading time: 1 min
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