Climbing mountains - Additional traffic congestion in Mount Everest's hazardous area.
At Mount Everest's Death Zone, where the atmosphere is extremely thin with less than 50% oxygen than at sea level, there's been a significant pileup of climbers and guides. This congestion poses a serious risk, says several Sherpa informants to the German Press Agency.
On the fateful day of May 21, an avalanche struck near the peak at 8,849 meters, causing immense harm as it swept away several individuals, narrates Narendra Shahi Thakuri, a guide who witnessed the incident and even captured photos of the jam.
Only four people were able to be safely recovered while two others, a 40-year-old British climber and his 23-year-old Nepalese guide, disappear without a trace. Despite relentless search efforts, their bodies have not been recovered yet, reports a Nepalese government official based at Mount Everest's base camp. The rescue mission has been called off, claims the climber's expedition company.
The avalanche's wreckage additionally disrupted the Sherpa-assigned route to the apex, amplifying the jam further, explains Narendra Shahi Thakuri. As a result, more than 60 people had to hold their ascent or descent for over half an hour.
This year's major climbing season at Mount Everest has already claimed five lives, all of whose bodies have been recuperated, informs the Nepalese Tourism Department. Three more have gone missing - the same British climber and his Nepalese guide making it a total of eight lives impacted. Congestion is a frequent occurrence on the mountain. One reason for this is the influx of novice mountain climbers, many of whom lack the necessary expertise, resulting in delays.
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- Due to the increasing popularity of Mount Everest as a leisure activity, Kathmandu's traffic jams have worsened, causing delays for climbers and guides heading to the Death Zone.
- During their leisure time in Nepal, instead of exploring the country's rich natural beauty, many tourists find themselves stuck in traffic, making their way to the base camp of Mount Everest.
- Following the deadly avalanche on Mount Everest, the German Press Agency reported on the safety concerns in the Death Zone, highlighting the need for better traffic management and climate awareness.
- As Mount Everest's popularity among climbers continues to grow, experts caution that improved traffic control measures and better preparation are essential to minimize risks, ensuring safety for all mountaineers.
Source: www.stern.de
