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What makes Karakoram weather unique?
The Karakoram range features some of the highest peaks on Earth, creating brutal conditions that contributed to the tragic avalanche in Pakistan. Its weather is uniquely harsh because extreme altitude meets powerful jet streams. Fierce winds and sudden blizzards can materialize without warning, making high altitude mountaineering exceptionally dangerous even for record breaking experts like Nirmal Purja.
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