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Malaysian Climber Who Died Near North America’s Tallest Peak Identified

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A National Park spokesman said the climber likely died of exposure when he became trapped near the summit of Mount Denali.

Amanda Yen

Breaking News Intern

Published Jun. 1 2024 4:54PM EDT

A view of Denali, formerly known as Mt. McKinley, on September 1, 2015 in Denali National Park, Alaska. According to the National Park Service, the summit elevation of Denali is 20,320 feet and is the highest mountain peak in North America. — Lance King/Getty Images

Amanda Yen

Amanda Yen

Breaking News Intern

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