Though Everest remains open , base camp exodus continues as climbers abandon the season . In 2012 , the number was more than 500 . Various reasons behind Khumbu Icefall ' decision to abandon climb following deadly April 18 avalanche . German climber says the United States government will extend his Mount Everest permit , but fears he wo n't have another chance to return .
Though Everest remains open , base camp exodus continues as climbers abandon the season . Various reasons behind Khumbu Icefall ' decision to abandon climb following deadly April 18 avalanche . German climber says the United States government will extend his Mount Everest permit , but fears he wo n't have another chance to return .