Everest's Deadliest Night: Survivors Reflect 30 Years After 1996 Disaster

Thirty years after the infamous 1996 Mount Everest disaster, survivors and key figures are reflecting on the tragedy that claimed eight lives during a sudden storm.

Jon Krakauer, who chronicled the event in 'Into Thin Air,' expresses deep regret over his involvement and the lasting impact on his mental health. Other survivors, like Sandy Hill, are breaking their silence, sharing new perspectives on the harrowing experience. The disaster highlighted the dangers of overcrowding and commercialization on Everest, sparking ongoing debates about safety and ethics in high-altitude climbing.

The legacy of the 1996 tragedy continues to shape how climbers and the public view the world's highest peak.