K2, the second-highest mountain in the world, is often called the "Savage Mountain"? Why? Well, it's notorious for being one of the most difficult peaks to climb, with a death rate of around 25% for summit attempts! That's right—one in four climbers doesn't make it back! And here's a kicker: the first successful ascent was only achieved in 1954, decades after Everest was conquered. But wait, it gets spicier! K2 is so remote that it has no permanent weather stations, so climbers have to rely on luck and a good weather app! Who knew climbing could be such a gamble? So, would you dare to take on the Savage Mountain? If you enjoyed this, hit that like button and subscribe for more. Your support means the world! Thank you.
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00:00Did you know that K2, the second-highest mountain in the world, is often called the Savage Mountain?
00:06Why? Well, it's notorious for being one of the most difficult peaks to climb, with a death rate of around 25% for summit attempts.
00:13That's right. One in four climbers doesn't make it back. And here's a kicker. The first successful ascent was only achieved in
00:221954, decades after Everest was conquered.
00:25But wait, it gets spicier! K2 is so remote that it has no permanent weather stations,
00:31so climbers have to rely on luck and a good weather app.
00:35Who knew climbing could be such a gamble?
00:37So would you dare to take on the Savage Mountain? If you enjoyed this, hit that like button and subscribe for more.
00:43Your support means the world. Thank you.
00:46Smile!