Denali in the news after a rescue under harsh conditions on the mountain; four climbers fell, one or more fatalities feared. Denali is North America’s tallest peak (20,310 ft) in Alaska, formerly Mount McKinley.
Four climbers from a seven-member team have fallen near Denali Pass at 18,200 feet. Three survivors have returned to High Camp while rescuers await a weather window to reach the others. The National Park Service confirms weather conditions are improving and helicopter operations will proceed when safe.