Rescuers try to reach 4 climbers who fell on Mount McKinley in Alaska
Summary
Rescue teams are trying to reach four climbers who fell near Denali Pass on Mount McKinley, Alaska's highest peak. The climbers were part of a seven-person group, and the rescuers are waiting for better weather to fly in by helicopter.Key Facts
- Four climbers fell near Denali Pass at about 18,200 feet on Mount McKinley (also called Denali), which is 20,310 feet tall.
- The group included seven climbers; three stayed behind to help the injured and then returned to camp.
- The injured climbers’ conditions are not yet known.
- Rescue efforts are delayed by poor weather but will begin once conditions improve.
- Denali is known for dangerous climbs, especially between the high camp (17,000 feet) and Denali Pass.
- Rangers and guides set up safety anchors on the route but climbers are encouraged to bring their own equipment.
- About 516 people were climbing the mountain as of the news report.
- A separate rescue happened the day before involving two other climbers evacuated by helicopter.
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