Though Mount Everest remains open , base camp exodus continues as climbers abandon the season . On the ground , I cross paths with yak caravans , ascending empty and descending with full loads . Various reasons behind Sherpas ' decision to abandon climb following deadly April 18 avalanche . Comment:
Though Mount Everest remains open , base camp exodus continues as climbers abandon the season . Various reasons behind Sherpas ' decision to abandon climb following deadly April 18 avalanche . Comment: