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A seasoned Everest guide shares insights into the demanding and risky life of high-altitude guiding, highlighting the physical and emotional toll, the dangers of the mountain, the impact of crowding, and the deep spiritual connection many guides feel with Everest, despite its hazards.
Kanchha Sherpa, the last surviving member of the 1953 Everest expedition that first summited Mount Everest, has died at age 92 in Nepal. He was a key Sherpa guide during the historic climb by Hillary and Tenzing Norgay and remained active in mountaineering for decades. He expressed concerns about overcrowding and environmental issues on Everest in his later years.
Kanchha Sherpa, the last surviving member of the first successful Everest expedition led by Hillary and Norgay in 1953, has died at age 92 in Kathmandu. He was a young porter during the historic climb and continued working in high-altitude mountaineering for decades, becoming a legend and inspiration.
A large group of 580 hikers stranded by a severe blizzard near Mount Everest in Tibet have been safely guided to Qudang, with rescue efforts involving police, firefighters, and local volunteers; a few hikers remain en route to safety, while the storm caused hypothermia and one death in nearby regions.
Over 200 hikers stranded near Everest's eastern face in Tibet due to a sudden snowstorm are expected to be evacuated by Tuesday, after rescue efforts began following unexpected severe weather that trapped hundreds of trekkers and climbers in the region.
A trekking trip on Mount Everest's Tibetan side turned dangerous when a rare October blizzard trapped hikers, including Feng Holiday, who used cooking pots to dig out after heavy snowfall, highlighting the unpredictable nature of mountain weather and the importance of respecting it.
Nearly 1,000 climbers on Mt. Everest are trapped due to a blizzard, with about 350 safely evacuated while rescue efforts continue for the rest amid dangerous weather conditions and recent natural disasters in the region.
Hundreds of climbers are stranded on Mount Everest due to a severe blizzard on the Tibetan side, with rescue efforts underway but hampered by ongoing heavy snow and winds. About 350 hikers have been rescued, and more than 200 remain at camps below the summit, with reports of damaged tents and potential casualties. The situation is complicated by persistent weather conditions and recent heavy precipitation affecting neighboring Nepal as well.
Red Bull athlete Andrzej Bargiel became the first person to climb Everest and ski down without supplementary oxygen, capturing the historic feat through breathtaking images, extending his record of high-altitude ski descents.
Polish skier Andrzej Bargiel became the first person to climb Mount Everest and ski down without using supplemental oxygen, completing the feat in four days of ascent and two days of descent, demonstrating a significant achievement in high-altitude skiing.
Polish climber Andrzej Bargiel became the first person to ski down Mount Everest without supplemental oxygen after reaching the summit and spending 16 hours in the 'death zone,' marking a groundbreaking milestone in ski mountaineering.
Andrzej Bargiel became the first person to ski from the summit of Everest to Base Camp without supplemental oxygen, completing the descent on September 22, showcasing a remarkable feat of mountaineering and skiing.
Nepal will make 97 remote Himalayan mountains free to climb for two years to boost tourism, while increasing Everest permit fees to $15,000 during peak season, aiming to promote lesser-known peaks and support local economies, despite concerns over infrastructure and environmental impact.
Terrifying footage captured by IFMGA guide Vinayak Malla shows the aftermath of a cornice collapse on Everest's summit ridge, which nearly claimed the lives of several climbers. The incident, occurring on May 21, highlights the dangers of overcrowding and unstable snow conditions. Tragically, two climbers remain missing, and another climber, Binod Babu Bastakoti, has been confirmed dead, bringing the season's fatalities to six.
Malaysian climber Ravichandran Tharumalingam has been criticised for not thanking Gelje Sherpa, who rescued him from the "death zone" of Mount Everest. Tharumalingam thanked his rescue insurance and partner organisations in an Instagram post, but omitted Gelje's name.