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Google Maps Triggers 2 July Hiker Rescues as Backcountry Times Miss 12-14 Hour Reality

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Backpacker Magazine20d ago

Google Maps' Inaccurate Backcountry Data Leads to Multiple Hiker Rescues

Mashable20d ago

Google Maps Fails Novice Hikers on Howe Sound Crest Trail, Leading to Rescue

news.ssbcrack.com20d ago

Teen Hikers Rescued After Underestimating Howe Sound Crest Trail Difficulty - SSBCrack News

Google Maps shouldn't be used to plan hikes: rescue crews

A group of teen hikers relied on Google Maps. It was a disaster.