'...thereby putting dozens of rescuers at risk, borders on the criminal.'

Hmmm, yes, that's what I was thinking also. They have/had 45 search parties out, all experts in snow/ice, and one helicopter. They are putting these people in jeopardy by their foolish actions.

The last I heard, the one who called home from a snow cave is not responding. The others have not been found where they were supposed to be, so they are either lost or buried out of sight.

These guys are supposed to be very experience, know survival techniques, but are traveling lightly equipped in winter. I guess you can be experienced, but not very smart.

Sue