Overview
- Rescue teams have been searching the stretch between Campo 1 and Campo 2 on Huascarán for Alejandro Ugarte, Freddy Saúl Mendoza and Artidoro Salas after they were reported missing during an ascent.
- Teams found two tents and personal gear at Campo 1 but have not located the three climbers, and families provided the last satellite coordinates to help focus the search.
- Authorities and mountain rescue groups have deployed more than 40 rescuers plus PNP and FAP helicopters, yet operations are constrained by storms, low visibility and crevassed glacier routes.
- On Thursday an avalanche at La Canaleta struck a separate expedition, killing porteador Ignacio Chinchay and injuring two others, which increased risk and diverted rescue resources.
- Relatives are urging use of long‑range drones, more helicopter lifts and specialist international high‑altitude teams as searchers plan to continue intensive efforts once weather and safety allow.