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    The document discusses the increasing number of deaths on Mount Everest in recent years. It notes that 11 people died during the 2019 climbing season, the highest number in recent years, with factors like overcrowding due to the large number of permits issued and inexperienced climbers attempting the climb contributing to safety issues. It calls for improved monitoring of climbing permits and experience levels to help reduce risks and prevent future mountaineering tragedies on Everest.

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    Stephen Alter writes about recent fatal accidents on the Himalayas

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    The document discusses the increasing number of deaths on Mount Everest in recent years. It notes that 11 people died during the 2019 climbing season, the highest number in recent years, with factors like overcrowding due to the large number of permits issued and inexperienced climbers attempting the climb contributing to safety issues. It calls for improved monitoring of climbing permits and experience levels to help reduce risks and prevent future mountaineering tragedies on Everest.

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    Fatal Ascents

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    The document discusses the increasing number of deaths on Mount Everest in recent years. It notes that 11 people died during the 2019 climbing season, the highest number in recent years, with factors like overcrowding due to the large number of permits issued and inexperienced climbers attempting the climb contributing to safety issues. It calls for improved monitoring of climbing permits and experience levels to help reduce risks and prevent future mountaineering tragedies on Everest.

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