Mount Everest sees extreme snowfall, potentially setting a record

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Mount Everest experienced extreme snowfall last weekend, potentially setting a record. The storm, originating from the Bay of Bengal, buried tents and stranded hundreds of climbers. Data from an Everest base camp suggests unprecedented snowfall rates. Experts are analyzing data from weather stations installed in 2019 to understand high-altitude atmospheric conditions and precipitation.


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