Unexplainable You're lost in the wilderness. Now what?
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Aug 28, 2024 
Paul Doherty, a search and rescue researcher, discusses the evolution of finding lost individuals in the wilderness using digital maps and data analysis. He shares insights from analyzing over 300,000 missing persons cases, revealing distinct behaviors critical to search strategies. The conversation highlights the blend of traditional methods and innovative technology in rescue missions. Additionally, the emotional toll on families and the importance of learning from past cases to enhance efficiency in searches are emphasized.
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Lost Hiker in Yosemite
- In Yosemite, a hiker got lost after separating from friends at Washburn Point.
- Ranger Paul Daugherty used digital maps, leading to the hiker's rescue after days.
Search and Rescue Principles
- Search and rescue teams use 'probability of detection' and 'probability of area'.
- Probability of detection refers to how well searchers look, while probability of area considers if they're searching the right location.
Lost Person Behavior Book
- Robert Koester's "Lost Person Behavior" book analyzes a vast database of lost person cases.
- It categorizes individuals and terrain, providing probabilities for search areas based on past incidents.
