Skardu: (RightNow) The K2 expedition has been postponed following an avalanche on Broad Peak. Climbers on K2 were set to advance towards the summit tonight, but all teams are returning to base camp after the incident.

An avalanche struck Broad Peak on Thursday afternoon, affecting a group of climbers. The Alpine Club of Pakistan reported that contact was lost with 10 climbers after the incident.

Teams on K2 are returning to base camp to assist in the ongoing rescue operation on Broad Peak. Authorities have stated that the safety of all climbers is being ensured.

The decision to halt the K2 expedition was made to complete the rescue operation on Broad Peak. This incident has raised concerns among mountaineering enthusiasts.

It is important to note that contact was lost with 10 climbers after the avalanche on Broad Peak, and so far, the bodies of 4 climbers have been recovered. Investigations into the incident are ongoing.