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Matterhorn Climbing Halted Due to Scorching Temperatures; Zermatt Guides Refuse Ascents

Climbing guides in Zermatt have refused to lead ascents on the Matterhorn (Cervino) due to extremely high temperatures, even at 4,478 meters where daytime temperatures barely drop below zero. This initiative by operators on the Swiss side has led to a block on climbs, with similar restrictions on the Italian side.

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