2008 K2 Disaster - Events Between The Camp IV and The Summit

Events Between The Camp IV and The Summit

With the end of July approaching, weather forecasts indicated improving weather, and several groups had arrived at Camp IV on 31 July in preparation to try the summit as soon as weather would permit.

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