Manners described the moment of the rockfall: 'We were pulling up my bag and she [Dvorak] had her bag on her. The rockfall came, cut the rope with the other bag, and it just went down the entire mountain.' This incident ultimately led to their distress and eventual rescue.
A spokesperson for India's disaster management agency confirmed the women's condition upon being found: 'Both mountaineers are safe, but they look very exhausted.' This highlights the challenges faced during their three-day ordeal in harsh conditions.
The Indian air force detailed the rescue operation, stating: 'The rescue of two foreign (US & UK) mountaineers from Chaukhamba III trek is a testament to the resilience and skill of the Indian air force, along with the collaborative efforts of SDRF, NIM and French mountaineers.' This emphasizes the teamwork involved in the successful rescue.
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