1 Swiss, 1 American die on Everest in year s 1st casualties
The U.S. climber had to be helped down to the highest camp even before he reached the summit. He died at the camp. Author: BINAJ GURUBACHARYA Associated Press Published: 4:19 AM EDT May 13, 2021 Updated: 4:19 AM EDT May 13, 2021
KATHMANDU, Nepal A Swiss climber and an American have died on Mount Everest in the season s first casualties on the world s highest mountain, expedition organizers said Thursday.
The Swiss climber, Abdul Waraich, 41, scaled the peak before having difficulties, said Chhang Dawa of the expedition organizer, Seven Summit Treks in Nepal.
“Abdul successfully reached the summit but began experiencing issues during his descent, he said. “We sent two additional Sherpas with oxygen and food. Unfortunately, the Sherpas couldn’t save him.