According to ISPR release, Kajetan Rock was part of seven-member Karakoram expedition. “When reached at 6000 meters, International Hiking and Altitude Expedition Camp (IHEC) he suffered high altitude sickness. A rescue request was received by Army which was immediately responded to save the precious life by sending army aviation helicopters,” said the statement.
The Slovenian climber has been evacuated to Skardu and he is stable.
