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Climber Dies After 300-Foot Fall Near Mount Hood’s Devil’s Kitchen

Authorities are withholding the climber’s identity pending family notification.

Overview

  • Witnesses called 911 around 9:45 a.m. Sunday to report the fall.
  • The incident occurred near Devil’s Kitchen, a steep headwall close to the summit of Oregon’s highest peak.
  • Portland Mountain Rescue and American Medical Response’s Reach and Treat Team responded to the scene.
  • Rescuers located the climber deceased and began recovery operations, according to the sheriff’s office.
  • Deputies said no additional information was available as the situation remained under limited public disclosure.