A mountain rescue team has battled strong winds and blizzard conditions to rescue a group of four climbers who were reported missing near the summit of Ben Nevis.
Lochaber Mountain Rescue Team sent 22 members out searching in adverse conditions which have been battering the Highlands and islands over the last few days.
A helicopter was involved in the search but its use had been limited by the conditions.
A statement from the rescue team said the wind chill factor placed the temperature on the summit at close to -20 degrees Celsius.