Australian woman among eight missing after avalanche in Himalayas – The Age

An Australian woman is believed to be among eight climbers missing in India's Himalayas after an avalanche occurred during the group's attempt to summit an unclimbed peak. Indian authorities are searching Nanda Devi, the second highest mountain in India, after the group did not return to base camp on Sunday and their tents at a higher camp were found empty. Australian mountaineer Ruth McCance is believed to be missing in India.Photo: Facebook The Department of Foreign Affairs and Trade confirmed it was providing consular assistance to the family of an Australian that may be among the group ...