American climber dies in avalanche while descending Makalu
Summary
An American climber, Shelley Johannesen, died after being caught in an avalanche during her descent from Makalu between Camp II and Camp III at about 7,200 meters altitude.
Key Points
- An American climber named Shelley Johannesen was caught in an avalanche while descending Makalu.
- The avalanche struck between Camp II and Camp III at around 7,200 meters altitude.
- Shelley Johannesen sustained critical injuries and died at around 8am while undergoing treatment at the site.
- The incident happened in a remote area in Sankhuwasabha, Nepal, making immediate police access impossible.
