Four Mexican climbers died on Saturday while ascending Pico de Orizaba, Mexico's highest peak. The climbers, all experienced mountaineers, fell from the southern slope of the 5,675-meter (18,620-foot) volcano.
An operation to recover the bodies is underway. The cause of the fall is not yet known, but authorities say it may have been due to a combination of factors, including bad weather and the climbers' fatigue.
Pico de Orizaba is a popular hiking and climbing destination, but it is also a dangerous one. The volcano is located in a remote area and the weather can change quickly. Climbers are advised to be well-prepared and to take all necessary precautions.
The deaths of the four climbers are a reminder of the dangers of mountaineering. However, they also highlight the beauty and challenge of Pico de Orizaba, a mountain that has attracted climbers for centuries.
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- The climbers were all male and between the ages of 25 and 35.
- They were part of a group of 10 climbers who were ascending Pico de Orizaba.
- The fall occurred at around 2:00 PM local time.
- The bodies of the climbers have been recovered and taken to a local morgue.
- An investigation into the cause of the fall is underway.
