Overview
- Five hikers died, including British tourist Victoria Bond, 40, along with two Mexicans and two Germans.
- A sudden storm with winds reported up to 120mph hit the remote circuit, with nine initially missing and four later rescued.
- Survivors say camp staff told them the forecasted conditions were normal and to proceed despite concerns.
- Hikers dispute suggestions the victims were off-trail and say GPS data shows most were on the path when the storm struck.
- With no rangers on duty that night, about 30 volunteers improvised rescues as CONAF pledged a review of safety and communication procedures.