A British mountaineering guide has survived six days trapped on Mount Everest with only chocolate bars and melted ice, in what climbing authorities have described as an extraordinary feat of resilience. The guide, identified as James Henderson, 34, from Cumbria, became separated from his team during a sudden storm at an altitude of approximately 8,000 metres on the mountain's south col route. Henderson took shelter in a small crevasse, rationing two chocolate bars and collecting ice for hydration.
He was located by a search party on the sixth day, suffering from mild frostbite but otherwise in stable condition. The British Mountaineering Council praised his survival instincts and preparation, noting that his ability to maintain calm and make strategic decisions was critical. The incident has reignited debates about the risks of high-altitude climbing, with experts calling for stricter protocols for guides and clients.
