Kolkata Woman Loses Life to Suspected Altitude Sickness in North Sikkim

Kolkata Woman Loses Life to Suspected Altitude Sickness in North Sikkim

A family holiday took a devastating turn in the picturesque landscapes of North Sikkim when a 47-year-old tourist from Kolkata passed away, allegedly due to complications arising from acute altitude sickness. The unfortunate incident was reported by officials on January 16.

The victim had traveled to the high-altitude town of Lachung with her family for a getaway. According to local authorities, she began displaying signs of distress shortly after arriving in the town, which sits at an elevation of approximately 9,600 feet. Her symptoms reportedly included shortness of breath and persistent vomiting.

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