Tensions Rise as U S Warns Citizens to Leave India
The State Department urged about 60,000 Americans in India to depart and advised nonessential U S diplomats to leave amid rising India Pakistan tensions. About 600 diplomatic workers and dependents in India were affected as border areas and Jammu Kashmir were warned hazardous. Officials noted counterterrorism activity and possible militant influx into Kashmir while diplomacy remains active between Washington and London.
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Tragedy on Mount Hood: climbers fall in crevasse avalanche
Eight climbers swept into an icy crevasse near Mount Hood's 11240 foot summit after a misstep. Cleve Joiner watched his 14 year old son disappear in a flash. Three others died. A rescue helicopter crashed, injuring all crew. The Air Force will investigate within 48 hours.
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