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Published: Oct. 1, 2023, 6 p.m.

The 1996 Mount Everest disaster, also known as the "1996 Everest disaster," was a tragic event that occurred on Mount Everest in May 1996. It involved several climbing teams attempting to reach the summit of the world's highest peak, Mount Everest, and resulted in the deaths of eight climbers.Key points of the 1996 Mount Everest disaster include:

1. Multiple Expeditions: The disaster involved several expeditions led by different guide companies and climbers from various nationalities. Among them were Adventure Consultants, led by Rob Hall, and Mountain Madness, led by Scott Fischer.
2. Adverse Weather Conditions: The climbers faced unusually severe weather conditions, including a fast-approaching storm and strong winds, which made the ascent more challenging.
3. Summit Attempts: On May 10, 1996, many climbers reached the summit of Everest but were caught in deteriorating weather on their way down. This led to delays and exhaustion.
4. Communication Issues: Due to communication problems, some climbers were unaware of the worsening conditions and the impending storm. Radios and satellite phones had limited effectiveness at that altitude.
5. Trapped Above the Death Zone: Several climbers, including Rob Hall and Doug Hansen (a client of Adventure Consultants), became stranded above the South Col in what is known as the "Death Zone" (above 26,000 feet or 8,000 meters) due to exhaustion and illness.
6. Tragic Deaths: Eight climbers lost their lives during the disaster, including Rob Hall, Scott Fischer, Doug Hansen, Yasuko Namba, Tsewang Samanla, Dorje Morup, Tsewang Samanla, and Tsewang Samanla.
7. Heroic Efforts: The disaster also highlighted acts of heroism and selflessness, as climbers like Beck Weathers and Jon Krakauer survived harrowing ordeals.
8. Media Attention: The disaster received significant media coverage due to the high-profile nature of some of the climbers involved, as well as the dramatic rescues and tragic deaths.

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