American Climber Dies on Mount Makalu

May 14, 2026, 16:58
AsiaSports

Introduction

An American woman named Shelley Johannesen died on May 11. She was climbing Mount Makalu in Nepal.

Main Body

Shelley reached the top of the mountain. Then, she walked down. A lot of snow fell on her. This is called an avalanche. She was very high up on the mountain. Doctors tried to help her, but she died from her injuries. Her body went to the city of Kathmandu. Shelley was with her partner, David Ashley, and two guides. David is very sad. He is talking to a doctor to feel better. Now, her family is planning a service in Nepal. Later, they will have a service in the United States.

Conclusion

Shelley reached the top of the mountain, but she died on the way down.

Learning

⏳ Time Travel: Now vs. Later

In this story, we see a clear jump from things happening right now to things that will happen in the future.

1. The Present (Right Now)

  • "David is very sad."
  • "He is talking to a doctor."
  • Rule: Use is/am/are for feelings and things happening this second.

2. The Future (Later)

  • "Her family is planning a service."
  • "They will have a service."
  • Rule: Use will for a promise or a plan that happens after today.

🗺️ Moving Words (Prepositions)

Notice how the writer describes where Shelley was using simple 'location' words:

  • On the mountain →\rightarrow (Touching the surface)
  • To the city →\rightarrow (Moving toward a place)
  • In Nepal →\rightarrow (Inside a country/area)

Quick Tip: To = →\rightarrow (Direction) In = □\square (Inside)

Vocabulary Learning

climber (n.)
A person who climbs, especially on a mountain.
Example:The climber reached the summit of the mountain.
mountain (n.)
A large natural elevation of the earth's surface.
Example:Mount Makalu is a famous mountain in Nepal.
top (n.)
The highest point or part of something.
Example:She reached the top of the mountain.
walk (v.)
To move at a regular pace by putting one foot in front of the other.
Example:She walked down the mountain after reaching the top.
snow (n.)
Frozen water crystals that fall from the sky.
Example:A lot of snow fell on her during the climb.
avalanche (n.)
A large mass of snow, ice, and rocks that slides down a mountain.
Example:The snow formed an avalanche when it fell.
doctor (n.)
A person who treats illnesses and injuries.
Example:Doctors tried to help her after the accident.
injuries (n.)
Physical harm or damage to the body.
Example:She died from her injuries after the fall.
city (n.)
A large town with many buildings and people.
Example:Her body went to the city of Kathmandu.
guide (n.)
A person who leads or shows the way to others.
Example:She was with two guides during her climb.