Everest 2026: May 3 Weekend Update Record Season Over & 1 More Death?

<p>The 2026 Everest spring season has come to a close, marked by delays, strong winds, changing drone and helicopter rules, and challenging climbing – yet despite the dramatic mainstream press headlines, it was actually a fairly normal season. As usual,  there were reports of frostbite and helicopter evacuations, but many of these incidents went unreported to avoid negative publicity. There are reports today that a Sherpa &quot;was left to die at C3.&quot; Oh, and record permits and record summits, including 274 on one day! I&#39;ll post my season summary and wrap-up in a few days.</p><p>Climb On!</p><p>Alan</p><p>Memories are Everything </p><p><br></p><p><br></p>