Alaska: Three Climbers Fall Near the Summit of Mount McKinley and Die
· Telemundo McAllen (KTLM)
Three climbers died near the summit of Mount McKinley in Alaska after falling at a dangerous pass, as reported by a Latvian mountaineering group. A fourth climber was rescued. The group was part of a seven-member expedition on the West Buttress route, known for its hazardous sections. The fall occurred on Wednesday, and the rescued climber was airlifted from about 17,200 feet by Denali National Park's search and rescue team. The park service noted that the area has a history of climbing accidents, particularly during descents. Over 130 climbers have died on the mountain since the park's establishment.
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