Summary
An Illinois man was found safe after being lost for two days during a snowstorm while hunting in Colorado. Search teams, facing harsh weather and tough terrain, worked together to locate him with the help of dogs and air support.
Key Facts
- The missing man was part of a hunting group in Colorado.
- He last communicated via text at 3:21 p.m. on September 22, mentioning he was lost.
- The search started on September 23 but was paused due to bad weather conditions.
- Several agencies, including search and rescue teams and Colorado Parks and Wildlife, participated in the search.
- The man survived the two days by keeping calm, lighting a fire, and using his sleeping bag and clothes for warmth.
- He made 911 calls that helped narrow down his location for rescuers.
- Air support found him at about 1 p.m. on September 24.
- The U.S. Forest Service offers tips for safe hunting in national forests.
