Three hikers who were missing for 25 hours in the woods have now been found, according to Central Okanagan Search and Rescue (COSAR).
The trio planned on hiking in the Postill Lake area but got lost on the way to the trailhead.
COSAR said that the hikers’ dog ran into the woods, and they went after it but couldn’t find their way back.
COSAR said the group was unable to call for help because there was no cell service in the area. Their rough location was discovered when they reached an area with service, but the phone died shortly after, according to a news release.
An RCMP helicopter and COSAR ground and ATV teams were deployed. The missing hikers were found at 12:30 p.m. on Monday.
Apart from being thirsty, hungry and bitten by mosquitoes, the hikers and their dog were in good health, according to COSAR.
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