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Category : Mountains
Climber's haunting last photo before 1,000ft fall
The chilling last photograph of a climber stranded on Mont Blanc's Dent du Géant has been released by Italian authorities in a bid to identify the victim who fell 1,000ft to his death.
Final photo of climbers before Nanga Parbat tragedy
A chilling photograph captures mountaineer Anna Pietraszek smiling just hours before a catastrophic fall on Nanga Parbat led to a desperate rescue attempt that claimed both her and her Italian climbing partner's lives in one of mountaineering's most tragi
Hero Dad Plunges to Death Saving Daughter on Snowdon
A father from the West Midlands heroically sacrificed his own life to save his teenage daughter after she slipped on the treacherous slopes of Mount Snowdon. The tragic incident occurred during a half-term family walk, sparking a major mountain rescue ope
Climber trapped at 23,000ft on Mount Elbrus in -20C rescue
A daring mountaineer faces a desperate fight for survival after becoming trapped at 23,000ft on Mount Elbrus. Rescue teams battle extreme cold and high winds in a race against time.
British Hiker, 28, Dies in Blue Mountains Fall
In a heartbreaking turn of events, Samuel Segal, a young British hiker from London, has died after a catastrophic 100-metre fall in Australia's Blue Mountains. His family has been notified as authorities investigate the tragic accident.
Russian climber presumed dead on Pakistani peak
A Russian mountaineer stranded at 24,000ft on Pakistan's Latok Peak is now presumed dead after a final thermal imaging survey found no signs of life, ending a gruelling two-week rescue mission. The tragic update comes just a day after his son made a despe
British climber stranded at 22,000ft on 'Killer Mountain'
A desperate rescue mission is underway on Pakistan's Nanga Parbat after a British climber became stranded at 22,000ft. His son makes emotional plea as teams battle brutal -50°C winds on the world's ninth-highest peak.
Barefoot climber scales Scafell Pike in dangerous midnight stunt
A daredevil hiker has sparked a major mountain rescue operation after scaling Scafell Pike barefoot in the middle of the night, leaving emergency services baffled by his dangerous feat.
Climber survives 13 days at 22,000ft with broken leg
In a breathtaking alpine rescue operation, teams battle extreme conditions to save a Russian climber stranded for nearly two weeks on Europe's highest peak with severe injuries. The dramatic Elbrus mission continues.
Russian Climber Feared Dead in Manaslu Avalanche
A Russian mountaineer is missing and presumed dead after a catastrophic avalanche on Nepal's Mount Manaslu. The search for 58-year-old Vitaly Lazo has been called off due to extreme danger, as the climbing community mourns another high-altitude tragedy.
Climber stranded at 22,000ft as rescue bid fails
A desperate rescue mission for a Polish climber with a broken leg on Pakistan's Nanga Parbat has been abandoned due to treacherous conditions, sparking anguish and controversy.
Hero mountaineer dies saving climber on Ben Nevis
Tragic story of mountaineer who froze to death on Ben Nevis after heroically staying with a climber who broke a leg, raising urgent safety questions for UK winter expeditions.
Climber dies in fall from Tryfan's knife-edge ridge
A seasoned mountaineer has tragically fallen to his death while traversing the perilous Bristly Ridge on Snowdonia's Tryfan. The multi-agency rescue operation highlights the deadly risks of the Welsh mountains.
Two hikers die in 1,000ft fall near Mont Blanc
Two experienced hikers tragically lost their lives after a devastating 1,000ft fall near Mont Blanc. The incident has shocked the mountaineering community.
Missing man found in cab at Rocky Mountain park
A man reported missing was discovered inside a cab at Rocky Mountain National Park, sparking a baffling investigation into his disappearance and how he got there.
Missing teen found alive after 4 days in Utah mountains
A 17-year-old girl who vanished during a camping trip in Utah's rugged mountains has been found alive after a four-day search operation involving helicopters and rescue teams.
Missing British journalist found alive in Norway
A British-based journalist who went missing in the Norwegian wilderness has been found alive after a dramatic search operation. Footage captures the emotional moment of his rescue.
Hikers rescued after night stranded on Mount Katahdin
Two hikers were dramatically rescued after becoming stranded overnight on Maine's highest peak, Mount Katahdin, facing freezing temperatures and perilous terrain.
Jay Slater's final words before disappearance revealed
The heartbreaking final words of Jay Slater were revealed during an inquest into his disappearance, as he told a friend his phone battery was dying before vanishing in a remote ravine.
Baby survives 100ft fall from Austrian mountain
A 15-month-old toddler miraculously survived a 100ft fall from a mountain in Austria, suffering only minor injuries in the astonishing incident.
Millionaire banker dies hiking in Wyoming mountains
A wealthy financier and devoted father tragically lost his life during a solo hike in Wyoming's rugged terrain, leaving behind a grieving family and a legacy of philanthropy.
Florida man's final photo before mountain death
A Florida man's final moments were captured in a chilling last photo before he tragically died on a New Hampshire mountain. His desperate call for help went unanswered as he succumbed to the harsh conditions.
Missing plane found in Snowy Mountains with pilot's body
A missing light aircraft has been located in the Snowy Mountains, with authorities confirming the tragic discovery of the pilot's body. The search operation concluded after days of intense efforts.
Missing Pilot Found After NSW Snowy Mountains Plane Crash
The wreckage of a light plane piloted by David Stephens has been discovered in the Snowy Mountains of NSW, days after it went missing. Authorities confirm no survivors.
British hiker missing in Spanish Pyrenees
A British hiker, Cole Henderson, has disappeared in the rugged Pyrenees mountains in Spain. Authorities are scrambling to locate the 28-year-old as concerns grow over his safety.
80-year-old woman rescued from mountain
An elderly woman was dramatically rescued after becoming stranded on a mountain, showcasing the bravery of emergency responders.
Missing plane search in Snowy Mountains
A light aircraft with two people on board has vanished over the Snowy Mountains, sparking a major search operation. Authorities are scouring rugged terrain near Moruya as families anxiously await news.
Search intensifies for missing plane in Snowy Mountains
Authorities ramp up efforts to locate a light aircraft that vanished over New South Wales' rugged Snowy Mountains, sparking a major search operation.
Elderly man rescued after night trapped on Snowdon
An elderly man was dramatically rescued from Snowdon after spending a night stranded in sub-zero temperatures. Read the full story of his harrowing ordeal and the heroic efforts of mountain rescuers.
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