Everest survivor out of intensive care: "I thought I would perish"
Summary
A Nepali climber named Dawa Sherpa survived for six days on Mount Everest after being left behind during bad weather. He was found crawling toward Base Camp and has now moved out of intensive care as he recovers from frostbite, dehydration, and a broken thigh bone.Key Facts
- Dawa Sherpa disappeared on May 30 while climbing Everest's upper slopes.
- He survived in freezing conditions with little food or water, chewing ice and some snacks.
- Rescue teams found him slowly crawling back to Base Camp after six days.
- He was treated in Kathmandu for frostbite, severe dehydration, and a fractured thigh bone.
- Family and mountaineering groups have called for an investigation into why he was not found sooner.
- At least five climbers died during this Everest season, which had over 1,000 successful summits.
- Overcrowding and less experienced climbers are raising safety concerns on Everest.
- Authorities are urged to limit the number of climbers to improve safety on the mountain.
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