Japanese Climbers Fall from K2's Western Face
Japanese Climbers Fall from K2's Western Face
Japanese Climbers Fall from K2's Western Face
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Veteran Japanese climbers Kazuya Hiraide and Kenro Nakajima, known for their elite mountaineering skills, fell from a height of 7,500 meters while attempting to scale K2's challenging western face. A helicopter rescue mission spotted them but could not land due to high altitude and steep slopes, reporting 'no movement' from the climbers. Despite this, their status remains officially unconfirmed. The duo was attempting a highly challenging route using minimal equipment, emphasizing speed and minimal fixed ropes. K2, the world's second-highest peak at 8,611 meters, is notorious for its difficulty and danger. The climbing community is holding out hope, although the prospects look grim.

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