Korean backpacker missing in Queensland bush found after screams for help were heard
A Korean tourist who was missing for a week has been found alive and well after a search in treacherous terrain in far north Queensland.
Authorities said Joohee Han, 25, was very dehydrated and a helicopter with a medic on board had picked her up about 12:15pm.
Inspector Steve Kersley said the woman was found by soldiers and police officers, who were searching an area after reports that screams for help were heard on Saturday.
He said the woman had no visible injuries apart from severe dehydration and had now been taken to hospital for further assessment.
“She’s walking. She had a raincoat with her, so that obviously assisted her greatly in keeping her warm,” Inspector Kersley said.
“Surviving is a miracle, I can tell you.
“Six days is a long time to be lost in the bush, particularly when you have no bush skills.”
Inspector Steve Kersley said earlier today the bushwalk was known for being dangerous and difficult.
“There have been people lost on this mountain,” he said.
“There’s some big crevices on the back side of the hill, which are quite deep … it’s very difficult country to find people in.”
Source
ABC News
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