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Our mountaineering expert considers the epic, taking a look at high-profile cases and detailing how you can avoid being part of one
American and British climbing partners Michelle Dvorak and Fay Manners found themselves stranded at over 20,000ft without food, climbing gear or shelter
It took crews many hours and specialized equipment to free the woman
The woman was found hypothermic but alive after spending four nights in freezing temperatures
National Park officials say the hikers were uninjured and their rescue diverted vital resources away from wildfire fighting operations
The risky rescues prompted officials to issue an exasperated warning
Trail crews reported they heard Shock calling for help and discovered the man in "dire" condition
The group of hikers managed to do everything wrong, leading to a large-scale rescue mission
