Briton makes record Everest climb by foreigner, two die on mountain
Yahoo • • world
Key Points:
- Briton Kenton Cool set a new personal record by summiting Mount Everest for the 20th time on May 22, enhancing his status as the non-Sherpa climber with the most ascents.
- Two Indian climbers who had reached the summit on May 21 died during their descent, increasing the death toll for the climbing season to five.
- The fatalities occurred at Camp II and the Hillary Step, a perilous section in the "death zone" known for extremely low oxygen levels.
- Efforts are underway to recover the bodies, with one still at high altitude and the other at Camp II, according to expedition officials.
- Kenton Cool emphasized the ongoing challenges and majesty of Everest, while the record for most summits remains with Nepali Sherpa Kami Rita at 32.