Missing Hiker Rescued By Couple After Being Stranded For Weeks

A California man managed to survive in the wild for weeks in frigid temperatures without food before being spotted by a couple hiking in the area. NBC News’ Niala Charles explains how the man was able to survive being stranded.  

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[davestagner]

ALWAYS tell someone where you’re going and when you’ll be back when you go hiking! If you take off into the woods alone, even if you’re well equipped and well prepared, things can go wrong. You can be injured, attacked by animals, get sick, or just get lost. And if rescuers don’t find you within the first 72 hours, your chances of survival are very, very low. Making sure people know to realize you’re missing, and know where to look for you, is THE most important thing for your own safety and survival.

[psychedforlife]

It's really sad none of his friends or family called him in as missing in 2 weeks. I hope he has some support as he recovers from this.

[jennifercoleman]

No one knew he was missing? That's sad. Glad they were in the right place at the right time.

[susanmark]

What a blessing for that man. I am happy that he is home and safe.

[Nice-music]

Let this be a lesson to all of us. No matter what it looks like to you, never give up hope!

[bonniekeough]

I'd be doomed... No way I would last two days let alone two weeks.

Thank god that young man made it!!

[sheri]

Incredible! 💕 Please, all, let someone know when you're going hiking, where you'll be, when you'll return. Doesn't have to be intrusive, just route details & a quick check in when returning.

[janl]

There is more to this missing hiker’s story that we probably won’t hear about.

[mobutter]

What a beautiful story! So glad these generous people, were able to save him !❤️

[EricaGamet]

People used to think I was overreacting when I'd let a friend know where I was going and when I'd be back (with a drop-dead time when the authorities should be called). I'm so glad he was found and hope that he recovers quickly and is able to get back out and enjoy hiking again soon!

[stephaniecannon]

In the right place at the right time. A beautiful miracle 💞

Thank you, "Lester Holt." ❤️

[winnumberone]

The man looks too clean cut to be list for weeks

[larryadamski]

He went hiking in slide on sandals? And without a phone? Something ain't right with this story

[AttilatheThrilla]

I like how he apologized to them even though he was almost at death..

[BrooklynBaby]

In this day and age, people don’t even come look for you when you’re home. He got lucky

[seviregis]

Thank God that couple was led intuitively by the Spirit to the spot to find him and that he is ok. Looks like he may have been close to death. So glad for this rescue. Bless them all.

[traildoggy]

There are emergency beacons that will send a one time distress signal to call Search and Rescue complete with your GPS coordinates. Somewhat expensive at 3 or 400 bucks, but worth it if you hike alone.

[onetwocue]

Those flip flops were what made him survived that long

[maryannsmith]

few minutes more..he would have been ...NO MORE.!!!.THANKS TO THE RESCUERS.. for saving his life👏😂🙏❤️😊

[reha]

Also, let somebody know where you are going and when you expect to be back. Glad he survived.