Australian succumbs to altitude sickness in Solukhumbu

By Rastriya Samachar Samiti

Published: 05:15 pm Mar 03, 2017

The village of Namche Bazaar, one of the main communities in the Khumbu region surrounding Everest in Nepal, on April 5, 2016. Trekkers often spend an extra day in Namche Bazaar, at an altitude of 3,440 metres ((11,287 feet), to acclimatise and stock up on supplies. A trek to Everest Base Camp along mountain paths that hug deep gorges offers renewal and a test of mental and physical limits. Along the way there are sore knees and altitude sickness, but the spectacular landscapes, friendly villagers and moments of tranquility make the journey an unforgettable experience. Photo: Karin Laub/AP

BIRATNAGAR: An Australian national, who was lodging at a hotel in Pheruche, Khumjung-7 of Solukhumbu district, died of altitude sickness today. Johnes Mauphepaul (49) was staying at the local Madan Earth Hotel, the Biratnagar-based Eastern Regional Police Office in Biratnagar quoted the Lukla Area Police Office as saying. His body has been kept at Pasang Lhamu Hospital in Lukla, police said.

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Australian succumbs to altitude sickness in Solukhumbu