Overview
- Authorities confirmed the deaths of two Germans, two Mexicans and one British national, and said four others from the group were found alive.
- Winds reported up to roughly 190 km/h and whiteout conditions grounded helicopters, forcing rescuers to operate on foot and horseback.
- The hikers became lost near the remote Los Perros camp on the O Circuit, a four- to five-hour trek from the nearest vehicle access, and the circuit was closed for operations.
- The Prosecutor's Office authorized movement of the bodies as officials coordinate with consulates and prepare air evacuations when conditions permit.
- Park rangers, police, army units and alpine rescue teams led the response after early distress messages from Los Perros flagged missing hikers and called for help.