Queensland Mountain Rescue: A Harrowing 16 Hour Ordeal for One Brave Hiker A lone hiker was stranded on Queensland's Sunshine Coast mountain range for over 16 hours after becoming disoriented and lost in treacherous conditions.
Authorities scrambled to reach the hiker, who had been trekking through the rugged terrain when a sudden change in wind direction brought thick cloud cover, reducing visibility to near zero.
Background of the Incident The incident unfolded on a clear Saturday morning with mostly sunny skies and light winds forecasted.