'Death Zone' Feared on Mount Everest as Nepal Grants Record Permits for World's Tallest Peak
A record number of mountaineers are expected to climb Mount Everest this spring, sparking fears of traffic jams and danger in the "death zone." Overcrowding and inexperienced climbers have led to fatalities in previous years. Nepal has issued a record number of permits, but concerns remain about the risks posed by the challenging route and thin air at high altitude.
Source: news18.com