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▸ Part of: Record 274 Climbers Summit Everest in One Day Amid Safety Concerns
A record 274 climbers reached the summit of Mount Everest from Nepal's southern face on a single day, amidst concerns over overcrowding and safety. Nepal issued a record 495 climbing permits this spring, generating significant revenue but also leading to dangerous queues in the death zone. Five climbers, including three Nepali workers, have died this season, prompting calls for stricter permit limits and better safety management, despite a Supreme Court order to address the issue.
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