Tourists Rescued as Cyclone Snowfall Shuts Everest Region; China Launches Expo Transit Amid Storm Disruptions

A powerful cyclone has led to unseasonal and heavy snow in the Himalayas and had a significant impact on Nepal and Tibet. Over 1,500 tourists out of which 200 were foreigners were rescued from high-altitude regions of Nepal such as Tilicho, Khangsar, Pisang, Upper Manang, and Humde. Joint operations by the Nepali Army, local governments, and police personnel helped them evacuate safely amid challenging weather.

12 local tourists and three British women are stranded in Hidden Valley in Mustang after trekking paths were cut off. The rescuers are attempting to airlift them, but continuous snowfall and poor visibility have made the operation difficult. The authorities have assured that the tourists are safe and are coordinating with tour operators to expedite their evacuation.

Meanwhile, Tibet has shut down Mount Everest access due to the same weather pattern in a precautionary measure. Trekkers and climbers suffer from the shutdown during tourist season, disrupting holiday plans as well as local economies.

Shanghai added a one-time transit line for the 8th China International Import Expo (CIIE), which will run between November 1 and 30. The blue buses will connect the Bund with the National Exhibition and Convention Center and offer additional city tours. Bankrolling regional weather disruption, China's infrastructure thrust keeps rolling, highlighting resilience and readiness.

The snowfall, which has been blamed on a rare cyclone pattern, has generated concerns regarding climate unreliability in the Himalayas. Governments all over Nepal and Tibet are calling on travelers to be careful and avoid high-altitude treks until the situation normalizes.