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Dahlmeier’s Body to Remain on Laila Peak as Recovery Efforts Stall

Local authorities have honored her testament that no one should risk their lives retrieving remains from the unstable high-altitude terrain.

Der Leichnam von Laura Dahlmeier soll in den Bergen bleiben. Das teilt der bekannte bayerische Alpinist Thomas Huber der Deutschen Presse-Agentur mit.
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Overview

  • On August 1, local authorities and mountaineer Thomas Huber confirmed that Laura Dahlmeier’s body will stay on Laila Peak to respect her wish to spare rescuers from danger.
  • Rescue helicopters have repeatedly aborted recovery flights since July 29 because of persistent rockfall and volatile weather conditions.
  • Dahlmeier’s family and management will continue to monitor mountain conditions and reserve the right to authorize a later retrieval when risks subside.
  • Her explicit written will directed that no rescue operation should imperil other lives to recover her remains.
  • Her death has prompted tributes highlighting the two-time Olympic champion’s disciplined spirit and pioneering commitment to high-altitude climbing.