We have some sad news to report. The Base Camp doctor has diagnosed Saul's foot pain as a probable broken bone in his forefoot. High on a big mountain is no place to play heroics, and not a place for good healing to take place. Saul boarded a helicopter and flew out from BC this morning. He is safely back in Mendoza, pursuing medical care.
We are all wishing him the best and hoping for a speedy recovery. It is very disappointing to spend so much time and energy training and preparing for a big climb, and have something completely beyond your control take your chance away from you. the mountains can be unforgiving that way. They are a truly magical place to walk amongst, but in the end, they demand you be in top form or they will turn you back.
Claudio, David and Heidi have all moved up to Camp 1 at roughly 16,300'. They will camp out for the evening with nice views out to the east. Tomorrow will be a moderate day of carrying loads up to Camp 2 at about 18,000'.
Saul, I'm really sorry your foot was injured. You worked so hard, it is disappointing that this happened. Safe travels home.
Todd
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Sorry to hear about Saul.
ReplyDeleteWe are following your trek with great interest. David, take a lot of good pictures and we want to see you back safe.
How is the oxygen up there. Can you still read?
Ronnie