Overview

• Grant Gardner, 38, has not been heard from since a July 29 text to his wife from the summit of 13,000-foot Cloud Peak.
• Since August 1, county teams, the Wyoming Army National Guard, private aircraft and canine units have been scouring the Cloud Peak Wilderness.
• Searchers cite high winds, thunder and lightning storms along with steep cliffs and dense timber as major obstacles.
• At least two rescuers have suffered medical issues during the search and received treatment under harsh conditions.
• Family members on site and officials are urging anyone with potential sightings to contact the Big Horn County Sheriff’s Office or the Wyoming Missing Person Tip Line.