A search and rescue team in Kentucky’s Red River Gorge responded to an SOS call on September 15, but when responders reached the coordinates from where the message was sent, they found no sign of anyone in trouble. Hours later, the rescue team discovered that the party had self-rescued, simply hiked out of the woods on their own. It was a happy ending, but one that tied rescuers up for several hours. The Emergency SOS feature, introduced on the iPhone 14 in 2022, enables users to call for assistance in areas with no cell service using their phone. In some instances, it eliminates the need for a dedicated satellite messenger device, like a Garmin inReach. This built-in SOS capability has proved invaluable for long-distance hikers and even for veteran rock climbers, and can be helpful in countries where dedicated satellite messengers are illegal. Tap the link in our bio for the full story. 📷 : Wolfe County Search & Rescue Team ✏️ : opops13 #getoutside #outsidemagazine