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Official says Everest climbing season not called off and damaged route setting will start in 4-5 days. 41 of 43 teams have already left Everest Base Camp. (more…)
None missing on Everest; climbing season on South Col not yet called off – Nepal Tourism
The tourism ministry says all mountaineers evacuated from Camp 1 and Camp 2, and sherpas will resume setting up the route after a week.
Quake update: Rescue service on; many climbers still missing on Everest
While mountaineers are being airlifted, several are still missing on the world's tallest peak. Uncertainity over Everest climbing season continues on the south side, it is likely being called off on north (China) side. .
Nepal extends last year’s Everest permits
Mountaineers who had to abandon their Everest expedition last year are now allowed to use their climbing permits till 2019. .
Insurance cover for Sherpas in Nepal hiked by 50%
Nearly four months after 16 of the skilled mountain guides were killed in the biggest avalanche on Everest, the government has decided to increase insurance cover for mountaineering support staff and guides. .
