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2008 K2 Mountaineering Disaster

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One of the worst mountaineering disasters in history came when a few crucial mistakes were made before the climb had even started, mixed with unpredictable circumstances that killed 11 climbers during the 2008 K2 disaster.


Sources:https://bushcraftbuddy.com/the-3-worst-climbing-accidents-of-all-time/

https://basecampmagazine.com/2018/02/12/the-2008-k2-tragedy/

https://www.cbc.ca/sportslongform/entry/the-riskiest-rescue-10-years-after-the-deadliest-day-in-k2-history

https://www.theguardian.com/lifeandstyle/2010/nov/13/k2-accident-himalayas-climbers-families

https://www.eliteexped.com/how-dangerous-is-it-to-climb-k2

https://endorfeen.com/tragedy-on-the-summit-a-comprehensive-overview-of-the-2008-k2-disaster/



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