The Dangers of Everest
What is the elevation of the highest peak of Everest?
29,032 feet. (8849 Meters)
What mystery surrounds the death of George Mallory?
It is unknown if he ever reached the peak of Everest.
What happened to Peter Boardman and Joe Tasker in 1982?
They disappeared and Tasker was never seen again.
What was the name of the Lone climber who died in 2006?
David Sharp.
Around how many people have died while climbing Everest?
200+ People
Where did George Mallory attend college?
Winchester College
What is the name of the ice river that was hit by an avalanche, which killed 6 sherpas?
Khumbu Icefall
How many people have reached the summit of Everest?
Over 5,000 people.
What is the fatality rate of Everest?
14.1%
What piece of equipment did Mallory pioneer the use of?
Supplemental Oxygen
What man's team was crushed by an avalanche in 1974?
Gerard Devouassoux
What caused an avalanche to cause the 2014 disaster?
A 7.8 magnitude earthquake.
What is the elevation of the "Death Zone"?
8,000 Meters
Why was his second expedition called off?
An avalanche killed 7 of his team members.
Around how many people passed through the Khumbu Icefall the day of the disaster?
Around 150 people.
How many people were killed in the 2014 disaster?
16 People
What makes the "Death Zone" so deadly?
There is not enough oxygen to supply the body.
Where on Everest were George Mallory and Robert Irvine last seen?
The Second Step.
What year was Peter Boardman's body found?
1992
How many people passed David Sharp on the day of his demise?