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All 10 climbers swept away by an avalanche in Pakistan have died, the Alpine Club of Pakistan said Saturday

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Ten climbers have been confirmed dead following an avalanche on Broad Peak in Pakistan. The Alpine Club of Pakistan announced the fatalities on Saturday, confirming that the entire expedition team was lost after being swept away by the slide on Thursday. Search teams are currently working to recover the bodies of the victims.

While the Alpine Club of Pakistan has confirmed the total loss of the expedition, reports regarding the identities of those involved have varied. Some accounts have specifically named renowned climber Nirmal Purja as one of the deceased, while others have focused on the collective nature of the 10-member group.

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WESH 2 (Orlando, US) Highlights the death of a specific renowned climber
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