Overview

• Laura Dahlmeier’s remains will stay on Laila Peak in accordance with her explicit written directive to spare rescuers further risk.
• Rescue helicopters and ground teams have halted recovery efforts at 5,700 meters due to dangerous terrain and volatile weather conditions.
• Thomas Huber, who joined the failed rescue mission, condemned what he called disrespectful public and media reactions to the team’s response.
• Huber recounted receiving the initial distress call, the reconnaissance flights that located Dahlmeier’s body, and the confirmation of her death before any intervention was possible.
• A memorial altar at St. Martin’s Church in Garmisch-Partenkirchen has been established by friends and supporters to honor the two-time Olympic gold medalist’s legacy.