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11 Dead, Six Missing in Caucasus Avalanche — Sep 7, 2026An avalanche on Mount Mizhirgi in Kabardino-Balkaria killed at least 11 climbers, with six missing and several injured among a group of 33, as rescuers faced rugged terrain and ongoing avalanche risk. Authorities said weather and terrain hampered operations, but Mi-8 and commercial helicopters would be deployed to reinforce the search once conditions improve and investigators are examining possible negligence.

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Dana Whitfield Helicopters can't fly in a whiteout no matter how urgent the search is. Rescuers are risking their own lives just trying to reach that terrain.