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Tragic news on Manaslu. A freak accident in the shape of a serac collapse has claimed the lives of many unfortunate climbers. Team 'Altitude Junkies' are safe at BC; report from Phil Crampton (dispatch #16) below. Condolences to the victims, their families and friends. Grateful that Kevin Trieu & team are o.k.
Altitude Junkies - Dispatch #16

Heres another report. Sad, sad news.
http://www.outsideonline.com/outdoor-adv...-Avalanche.html

To date, 9 climbers have died due to the the tragic avalanche on Manaslu. So very sad... Kevin Trieu and team Altitude Junkies will continue their summit bid after a few days rest at BC. Dispatch #17.
Altitude Junkies

Understandably, 5 members of 'Altitude Junkies' have decided to abort their summit bid after the horrific avalanche on Manaslu. Not surprisingly, Kevin Trieu is going for the summit push with the remaining team members tomorrow... Stay safe and climb hard, Kevin! Dispatch #19.
Altitude Junkies

I love that Kev-bo is teamed with the "Pocket-Rocket".

Safe climbing and good thoughts for a successful return to all!

I noted that too... LOVE IT!

While on the Outside Online site I learned that Glen Plake was one of the avalanche victims. He survived but he tumbled a long way in his tent. He was fortunate to walk out.

Congratulations to Kevin (no O2) and the rest of the Altitude Junkies team for summiting Manaslu yesterday!

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Sending good thoughts to all for a safe descent and trip home.

Just looked at the last post. That last pitch to the summit is no joke! Glad to know they have made it back to BC and flying to Katmadu tomorrow.

Outstanding!!! Big time congrats, Kevin and team Altitude Junkies! The photos of Manaslu's summit and the view from the summit are amazing!