{"id":48388,"date":"2025-07-18T10:13:27","date_gmt":"2025-07-18T16:13:27","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.alanarnette.com\/blog\/?p=48388"},"modified":"2025-07-23T10:19:33","modified_gmt":"2025-07-23T16:19:33","slug":"k2-2025-coverage-death-reported-on-k2","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.alanarnette.com\/blog\/2025\/07\/18\/k2-2025-coverage-death-reported-on-k2\/","title":{"rendered":"K2 2025: Coverage: Death Reported on K2 – Update 2"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Update 2<\/strong>: The deceased HAP was Iftikhar Hussain from Sadpara in Skardu. He supported the US-based Mountain Professional team and was with Dawa Finjo Sherpa and Dawa Geljen Sherpa from Nepal and high-altitude porter Niaz Ali from Skardu. Finjo was injured and helicoptered to Skardu for treatment.<\/del> source<\/a><\/p>\n

In a separate incident reported by Pamir Times<\/a>, one HAP remains missing after an avalanche above Camp 1:<\/p>\n

A local porter from Skardu remains missing after an avalanche struck a four\u2011member climbing party on K2 at approximately 14:30 on Friday, the Deputy Commissioner of Shigar has confirmed. The slab of ice and snow released about 500 metres above Camp 1, en route from Base Camp, hitting the team as they made routine preparations for their upward push. A foreign mountaineer in the party escaped with only minor abrasions and was swiftly evacuated to Camp 1 for medical attention. A Nepali Sherpa and a high\u2011altitude porter also emerged unscathed, descending on foot to Advanced Base Camp to raise the alarm.<\/p>\n

UPDATE 1<\/strong>: The HAP was with Lela Peak Expeditions.<\/p>\n

I’m receiving reports from multiple sources on Broad Peak and K2 that a Pakistani High-Altitude Porter (HAP) has unfortunately lost their life in an avalanche or rockfall occurring between Advanced Base Camp and Camp 1 on K2. Although the individual was clipped into the fixed rope, it appears the rope was cut during the slide. Heavy rain has been reported at base camp, transitioning into heavy snowfall higher up the mountain.<\/p>\n

Multiple injuries are also reported, but with few details. I confirm that young Ryan Mitchell is safe and at Base Camp with the Madison Mountaineering team. This section is known for avalanches and has persistent rockfall, so climbers usually hug the left side of the slope close to the rocks to minimize the danger.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

This is an archive video of the terrain between ABC and C1 on K2.<\/p>\n

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Interestingly, some climbers mentioned wearing shorts and T-shirts at base camp, noting that Friday, July 18, 2025, was sunny and warm. While this weather might contribute to avalanche conditions by creating a fresh layer of heavy snow, it could also promote bonding within the snowpack. These contradictions highlight the importance of patience and allowing the mountain to settle before attempting climbs.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

Lukas Supergan<\/a> posted on IG about the Broad Peak conditions yesterday:<\/p>\n

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Once the situation at base camp had calmed down, I resumed planning further acclimatisation. Unfortunately, the situation of 2024 repeats itself, when after a beautiful June, July brought snow. This time, however, it is raining below Broad Peak and higher up at camp 1. The result? Our mountain is melting before our eyes.<\/p>\n

The forecasts are not coming true. On Monday at midnight, I set off up the mountain with the intention of reaching camp 2 on Monday and camp 3 on Tuesday. The plan was to spend a night acclimatising at 7000 m. However, in camp 2, a strong wind left considerable snow deposits higher up. Entering an area with so much accumulated snow on the slopes would have meant risking an avalanche. I had to turn back. On the descent below Camp 1, I dodged cascades of water.<\/p>\n<\/blockquote>\n

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Additionally, unconfirmed reports indicate that progress on Gasherbrum I and II has stalled due to a large crevasse opening on the lower glacier. Over on Broad Peak, many climbers expect a stable summit window around July 27-29 but will continue acclimatizing as high as Camp 3 this weekend.<\/p>\n

This has been a challenging year in the Karakoram region.<\/p>\n

My deepest condolences go out to the families of those who have lost their lives or been injured.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

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