Two hikers are rescued after being trapped overnight in the Great Smoky Mountains.

Officials say one of the hikers activated a rescue beacon when they got very cold in the rain and fog Tuesday night.

Park rangers tried to reach the hikers but downed trees blocked their path. The Tennessee Air National Guard was dispatched but low visibility prevented them from flying.

Officials reached the hikers at Peck’s Corner, located near the Tennessee/North Carolina state line, and hiked down yesterday (Wednesday) afternoon.