Avalanche in Pakistan Claims Famed Mountaineer Nirmal Purja and Fellow Climbers Avalanches are a perpetual risk for climbers tackling the world's highest peaks.
The recent tragedy on K2 is a stark reminder of this danger, claiming the lives of 11 climbers, including that of Nirmal Purja, a Nepali British climber known for his record breaking ascents.
What Happened on the Expedition? On August 24, a team of experienced climbers reached a critical section near Camp 4 on K2's North Ridge route when an avalanche struck.