Three climbers die and one rescued after fall on Alaska’s Mount McKinley
Three climbers have died following a fall on Mount McKinley in Alaska, while a fourth climber was rescued. The group, consisting of seven climbers, was attempting to ascend North America's tallest mountain when the accident occurred. The National Park Service has transitioned from a search and rescue operation to a recovery effort for the remaining climbers.
- ▪Three climbers died after falling while climbing Mount McKinley.
- ▪A fourth climber was rescued and transported to a hospital.
- ▪The climbers were part of a seven-person group from Latvia attempting to ascend the mountain.
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An undated handout photo courtesy of the National Park Service shows the west buttress of Mount McKinley in Alaska. Photograph: ReutersView image in fullscreenAn undated handout photo courtesy of the National Park Service shows the west buttress of Mount McKinley in Alaska. Photograph: ReutersAlaska Three climbers die and one rescued after fall on Alaska’s Mount McKinleyFour were part of seven-person group that had traveled to US to ascend North America’s tallest mountainCecilia NowellSat 30 May 2026 12.17 EDTLast modified on Sat 30 May 2026 12.18 EDTSharePrefer the Guardian on GoogleThree people have died after falling while climbing Alaska’s Mount McKinley, according to officials.
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