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Three Latvian climbers die on North America's tallest peak
- Three Latvian climbers died during a Denali ascent on the West Buttress route in Alaska.
- A fourth member was rescued in critical condition after the fall near Denali Pass.
- Denali Pass is known for crevasses, steep ice and exposed ridges, contributing to previous injuries and deaths.
- Denali stands at about 6,190 meters above sea level in Alaska.
- The Latvian Mountaineering Association called the victims talented and experienced.
- Rescue operations involved a long-line extraction due to challenging terrain.
- The park service reported the incident occurred at an altitude over 5,500 meters.
- The incident prompted a response from local search and rescue teams and air medical transport.
- Denali is also referred to as Mount McKinley in Alaska.
- The Latvian Mountaineering Association issued a statement expressing condolence to the families.
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