Great Smoky Mountains NP Expands Search for Missing Hiker

Great Smoky Mountains National Park announced that the search for Marcin Bachleda‑Blaszczak, who was reported missing on the evening of August 24, has been expanded. The park is deploying a 57‑member team that includes park rangers and personnel from nearby law‑enforcement and fire agencies to cover likely terrain and trail corridors. Hunters in the area are urged to stay clear of search zones, report any sightings, and follow park guidance as the operation continues.