Overview
- The search remains active on Friday in high-altitude terrain with low visibility and no public confirmation of the pair’s recovery.
- Parque Nacional Lanín activated its emergency protocol at 20:30 Thursday after delays were reported in the climbers’ return.
- About 20 park agents, ICE Lanín rescuers, and rangers from Tromen and Puerto Canoa are on the south face, with medical teams and a private helicopter supporting the effort, according to local reporting.
- A forecast cold front is expected to bring heavy snow and whiteout winds, which could slow progress and raise risks for both the missing and the rescuers.
- Park officials reiterated rules to register and use authorized routes as social media comments called for fines or repayment of rescue costs.