Summit fever—an overpowering obsession with reaching the top of a mountain—can cloud a climber’s judgment, often with fatal consequences. On K2, the world’s second-highest and deadliest peak, this psychological grip turns into a dangerous gamble. With unpredictable weather, steep ice walls, and perilous avalanches, K2 demands perfect timing and calculated decisions. Yet, many climbers push forward, ignoring the warnings, consumed by the desire to stand at the summit.
This video uncovers the haunting stories of those who succumbed to summit fever on K2, where ambition and obsession collided with nature’s unforgiving power. What drives people to risk everything for a fleeting moment on the top?
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