Overview

• Laura Dahlmeier was struck by rockfall on July 28 around noon at 5,700 meters while climbing Laila Peak in Pakistan’s Karakoram range.
• Due to the area’s remoteness, a helicopter only reached her location on the morning of July 29, delaying initial medical aid.
• Search teams halted evacuation efforts after sunset on Tuesday and will resume operations at first light with support from Pakistani military helicopters.
• Dahlmeier remains stranded with serious injuries above base camp, while her climbing partner, Marina Eva, was evacuated safely.
• The operation involves coordination between Pakistani military units, local mountaineering clubs and international mountain rescue teams facing high-altitude and monsoon-season challenges.