Climber dies after falling 3,000 feet from Mount McKinley in Alaska

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The body of climber Alex Chiu, 41, was found two days after he fell about 3,000 feet while ascending Mount McKinley (Denali) in Alaska, the National Park Service confirmed. Chiu was climbing the West Buttress route with two others on Monday when he fell at a spot called Squirrel Point. His teammates were unable to locate him and descended for help. Bad weather delayed recovery efforts until Wednesday. Chiu is one of several climbers who have died along this route since 1980, CBS News has reported. The incident occurred during the peak of Denali’s climbing season. read more: 👍 Like this video to honor the life of Alex Chiu and shed light on the risks faced by mountaineers. 💬 Comment below—do you think climbing routes like Denali’s West Buttress should have more safety protocols or remain as-is for experienced climbers? 🔗 Share this video to raise awareness about the dangers of high-altitude climbing and the importance of safety during peak climbing season. 💰 Want to support the channel? Hit the YouTube Thanks button to help us continue reporting on human endurance, outdoor challenges, and the real stories behind the headlines. 👉 Don’t forget to subscribe for more updates on natural tragedies, survival stories, and mountaineering news. Thank you for watching. Let’s remember those who seek adventure and face nature’s greatest challenges. 🏔️🕯️📹 Links for B.C. Visit My Website Follow Me On Facebook / b.c.begley Subscribe To My Patreon / bcbegley Watch Me On YouTube / @b.c.begley6007 Follow Me On Twitter / bc_news1 Watch Me On Rumble Follow Me On Gab Follow Me On Truth Social Follow Me On BlueSky Watch Me On TikTok / bcbegley #DenaliClimb #AlexChiu #MountaineeringAccident #shorts