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Adirondack Tragedy: The 9-Day Search for Leo Dufour on Allen Mountain | Disaster Strikes | E215

Podcast: The CRUX: True Survival Stories
Published: Feb 12, 2026
Duration seconds: 1510
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Summary

In this episode of 'Disaster Strikes' on the Crux podcast, host Julie Henningsen recounts the haunting story of Leo Dufour, a 22-year-old university student and seasoned hiker from Quebec. Driven by his quest to climb all 46 peaks over 4,000 feet in New York's Adirondack Park, Leo embarked on a solo ascent of Allen Mountain in November 2024 but never returned. An extensive search ensued, conducted by 59 forest rangers battling brutal winter conditions. The episode explores the risks of mountaineering, the resilience of the search teams, and the lessons learned from this tragic incident, emphasizing the indifference of nature and the importance of careful planning and respect for the wilderness.