Second Malaysian rescued from Alaskan mountain, another perishes


PETALING JAYA: One of the two climbers trapped on an Alaskan mountain since Tuesday (May 28) has been rescued by a helicopter crew early Friday (May 31), says the Alpine Club Malaysia.

Unfortunately, the other climber died in a snow cave while awaiting help, as reported by officials from the US National Park Service.

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