Traverse Safety & Risk
Milam Glacier – Ralam Traverse Expedition — Safety Guide
Altitude physiology, pass crossing go/no-go criteria, evacuation protocol, and insurance requirements.
Primary Hazards
Severe fatigue on the 115km loop
AMS at Brij Ganga Dhura
Rockfall in the Goriganga gorge
AMS Protocol
Significant gain between Tola and Pass Base. Take it slow.
Altitude Physiology — SpO₂ by Camp
Diamox (Acetazolamide)
Recommended
Expedition Medical Kit
Pass Crossing Protocol
GO Conditions
- ✓ Visibility of Brij Ganga peak at dawn
NO-GO Conditions
- ✗ Heavy fog in Johar valley
Incident History — Transparency Log
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Year
2013
Incident
Flash Flood
Outcome / Severity
Road blockages in Johar
Evacuation Route
Back to Milam ( Johar Valley) or Lilam roadhead
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