Three mountain climbers — two from the U.S. and one from Canada — missing on Aoraki, New Zealand’s tallest peak, are believed to have died in a fall.
WELLINGTON, New Zealand — Three mountain climbers — two from the U.S. and one from Canada — missing for five days on Aoraki , New Zealand's tallest peak, are believed to have died in a fall, the authorities said Friday.The men's bodies were not found. But based on footprints glimpsed in the snow during an aerial survey, and items believed to belong to them retrieved from the slopes this week, the search for them has ended, Police Area Commander Inspector Vicki Walker told reporters.
A search stalled for three days due to treacherous weather conditions in the area. On Friday, drone operators spotted footprints in the snow and more items that authorities believe belong to the men.The belongings — including clothing, an ice ax and energy gels — were spotted by helicopter and have been retrieved.
Aoraki Carlos Romero 50 Of California Kurt Blair 56 From Colorado Mount Cook New Zealand's Highest Peak New Zealand’S South Island Police Area Commander Inspector Vicki Walker Southern Alps The AP
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