Discovery of U.S. Mountain Climber's Mummified Body

SOURCE www.npr.org
The mummified body of U.S. mountain climber Bill Stampfl, who died 22 years ago in an avalanche while climbing Peru's highest peak, was found by Peruvian authorities. His body was recovered and plans are being made to cremate it and repatriate his ashes.

Key Points

  • Stampfl's mummified body found on Huascaran mountain in Peru after 22 years
  • Effort made to retrieve the body for cremation and repatriation of ashes
  • Stampfl was climbing with two friends who were also killed in the avalanche

Pros

  • Closure for Stampfl's family after 22 years of uncertainty
  • Recovery of the body allows for proper cremation and repatriation of ashes

Cons

  • Tragic event involving the death of Stampfl and his two friends
  • Climate change's impact on the ice sheets of the Cordillera Blanca