High-Altitude Tragedies on Himalayan Peaks Claim Lives and Test Search and Rescue

Experienced Irish mountaineer found dead at high camp on treacherous Annapurna climb; Rescue efforts underway to locate missing Indian climber also attempting summit
Second Indian climber rescued by helicopter after overnight bivouac during descent of Annapurna
Bodies of three Sherpa guides still missing on Everest after falling into crevasse last week
Dangerous conditions including high winds and fresh snow complicating search and rescue operations on 8,000-meter peaks
Multiple expeditions delayed due to forecasts of continuing volatile weather on some of the world's highest and most challenging climbs