Group 1 - Five hikers entered the "Xiao Ao Tai Line" on January 1, with one person descending due to health issues, leaving four missing [2][3] - As of January 5, one more hiker has successfully descended, but three remain missing, with ongoing rescue efforts [3][5] - The "Xiao Ao Tai Line" is part of the "Ao Tai Line," known for its high altitude, complex terrain, and harsh weather, making it one of the deadliest outdoor routes in China [6] Group 2 - The area is located within the core zone of the Taibai Mountain National Nature Reserve, where entry is prohibited by law [6] - Previous announcements in 2018 by local authorities banned "Ao Tai Crossing" activities due to safety concerns [6] - From 2012 to 2017, there were 46 reported cases of missing or deceased hikers in the region, with rescue costs exceeding 2.3 million yuan from 2017 to 2021 [8]
5人非法穿越陕西“小鳌太线”4人失联！最新进展：已找到1人，其余3人仍在搜救中
Xin Lang Cai Jing·2026-01-05 17:41