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The tragic News from K2 has shocked the climbing community worldwide. A climber, Jing Guan from China, was fatally struck by falling rocks while descending the treacherous slopes of K2 on the night of 2025-08-13 21:48:00. This incident highlights the ongoing dangers climbers face on one of the world’s most formidable peaks.
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Key Takeaways
- Jing Guan died from a rockfall on K2.
- Accident occurred below Camp 1 at night.
- High rockfall risk led to climber withdrawals.
- Second fatality this season due to rockfall.
- Guan previously summited Everest in 2024.
- Ongoing recovery operation for Guan's body.
