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Fire Erupts at Hotel Near Everest Base Camp in Dingboche

Dingboche:A significant fire erupted at Hotel Good Luck in Dingboche, Nepal, situated on the popular trekking route to Mount Everest Base Camp, producing thick plumes of smoke against the snowy Himalayan backdrop.

According to Anadolu Agency – English, authorities suspect that the fire was ignited by a cooking gas cylinder explosion in the hotel's kitchen. Fortunately, all guests and hotel staff were evacuated safely, with no injuries or fatalities reported.

Efforts to extinguish the fire were hampered by heavy snowfall in the area, which also prevented helicopter rescue or response operations. The 17-room lodge is a known acclimatization stop for climbers and trekkers.