posted by Travel Cat on Apr 1
According to several news agencies it has been reported that the peak of Mount Everest in the Himalayas has cracked into 3 pieces in unusually cold weather resulting in several huge landslides.
This would now mean that K2 and Kangchenjunga in the Himalayas are now the highest peaks with just cm’s between them.
Studies of the damage using satellite pictures from before the incident are still underway to make sure that no further damage will occur as the weather continues, with the mountain actually closed to all climbers until it can be declared safe.
Several parties of climbers were actually on the mountain when the cracks started to appear, and many were forced back due to the deteriorating weather conditions. As a result there were no serious injuries to any climbers or staff, with everyone now accounted for. It is not known when it will re-open.
Although Mount Everest is still a whopping 8504 metres high after the incident, it is now only the 4th highest in the world, causing a great stir in mountaineering societies across the world.
Mount Everest has maintained it’s title for some years now, ever since the area was first studied and has been the focus of many great struggles over the years. It even doubles as a serious but more fun attraction for tourists who can trek to the base camp as part of an organised trip. It is also believed that the mountain was getting higher each year due to tectonic movements in the area.
What is in store for the massive industries that have built up around this region, is the question on everyones lips!
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