This is extremely sad, and a total surprise. If it can happen to Ueli Steck, then it can happen to absolutely anyone climbing/mountaineering.
Reminds me of a quote that was pinned in Plateau Hut at Grand Plateau:
“Climb if you will, but remember that courage and strength are nought without prudence, and that a momentary negligence may destroy the happiness of a lifetime. Do nothing in haste; look well to each step; and from the beginning think what may be the end.” Edward Whymper
RIP Ueli Steck. |