• A hiker was found dead on Mount Katahdin while his daughter remains missing.
• The duo embarked on a strenuous hike before being reported missing.
• Search efforts involve over 30 game wardens and aerial support.

Tim Keiderling, 58, was found deceased after he and his daughter, Esther Keiderling, 28, attempted to summitate Mount Katahdin in Maine. They last started their hike around 10:15 a.m. Sunday, and when their vehicle was discovered still parked on Monday, park rangers began searching the area. Rescue teams included the Maine Army National Guard and a K-9 unit, which eventually located Tim's body on Tuesday afternoon near the summit, according to ABC News and CBS News.

The search for Esther expanded significantly, incorporating ground and aerial methods, however, it was reported that her location was confirmed on Wednesday after search efforts intensified, as the search teams faced challenging weather conditions. A local outdoor equipment company indicated that both had "succumbed to exposure," signaling the treacherous conditions faced during their hike, according to New York Times.

Baxter State Park officials extended their heartfelt condolences to the family and friends of the Keiderlings, acknowledging the tragedy while warning other hikers about the strenuous nature of the Katahdin trails. The park's website notes that 80% of search and rescues typically occur on descents, emphasizing the risks associated with such climbs, as detailed by ABC News and CBS News.