We Love You Hikers ❤️ on Instagram: "In high-altitude sports, beauty and danger coexist. Whether you’re climbing, skiing, snowboarding, or hiking — the mountains demand respect. Here are the main risks every mountaineer and snow athlete should know: 1️⃣ Altitude sickness (hypoxia) – As you climb higher, oxygen levels drop. This can lead to Acute Mountain Sickness, High-Altitude Pulmonary Edema (HAPE), or High-Altitude Cerebral Edema (HACE) — all potentially fatal if ignored. 2️⃣ The Death Zone –