The hiking accident raises concerns about trail safety and environmental risks on popular trekking routes.
Tragic End: Brazilian Hiker Found Dead After Fall from Indonesian Volcano
Tragic End: Brazilian Hiker Found Dead After Fall from Indonesian Volcano
Rescue teams locate Juliana Marins four days after she fell during a group hike on Mount Rinjani.
In a heart-wrenching turn of events, a Brazilian tourist who fell from an active volcano in Indonesia was found deceased four days after her catastrophic accident. Juliana Marins, 26, was reportedly part of a group hike on the treacherous slopes of Mount Rinjani when she lost her footing and plummeted off a cliff during the early hours of Saturday.
Eyewitness accounts from her hiking partners revealed that Marins screamed for help after her fall. Unfortunately, rescue operations faced significant challenges due to the rugged terrain and unfavorable weather conditions, with dense fog obstructing visibility.
Authorities detailed a complicated rescue effort, with her family taking to social media to communicate their gratitude for public support during the harrowing ordeal. “With heavy hearts, we share that our dear Juliana did not survive," they stated, expressing appreciation for the outpouring of prayers and messages they received throughout the search.
Marins was backpacking across Southeast Asia, journeying through Thailand and Vietnam before arriving in Lombok Island. The incident occurred around 06:30 AM local time as she undertook an expedition with a guide and five friends, who noted the difficult climbing conditions and unclear visibility on the slippery trail.
Following Marins’ initial fall, drones were deployed to locate her, capturing footage of her seemingly conscious and moving moments after her fall. Despite these efforts, search teams struggled to locate her in time as she appeared to have moved deeper into rocky terrain. Reports indicated that search efforts intensified on subsequent days, but inclement weather repeatedly forced teams to halt operations.
On Tuesday, rescuers, consisting of around 50 personnel, finally reached her, descending 600 meters into a ravine where her body was discovered. However, adverse weather conditions prevented the immediate retrieval of her remains. Search and rescue head Mohammad Syaffi confirmed plans to resume efforts at first light on Wednesday.
Mount Rinjani, Indonesia's second-highest volcano at 3,726 meters, draws in thousands of hikers yearly despite the inherent dangers. The recent tragic incident adds to concerns over hiking safety on this popular trail, particularly following another fatality last month involving a Malaysian tourist. Marins' family has voiced apprehension regarding the ongoing use of the trail in light of the accident, emphasizing the need for greater safety measures for outdoor adventurers.
Eyewitness accounts from her hiking partners revealed that Marins screamed for help after her fall. Unfortunately, rescue operations faced significant challenges due to the rugged terrain and unfavorable weather conditions, with dense fog obstructing visibility.
Authorities detailed a complicated rescue effort, with her family taking to social media to communicate their gratitude for public support during the harrowing ordeal. “With heavy hearts, we share that our dear Juliana did not survive," they stated, expressing appreciation for the outpouring of prayers and messages they received throughout the search.
Marins was backpacking across Southeast Asia, journeying through Thailand and Vietnam before arriving in Lombok Island. The incident occurred around 06:30 AM local time as she undertook an expedition with a guide and five friends, who noted the difficult climbing conditions and unclear visibility on the slippery trail.
Following Marins’ initial fall, drones were deployed to locate her, capturing footage of her seemingly conscious and moving moments after her fall. Despite these efforts, search teams struggled to locate her in time as she appeared to have moved deeper into rocky terrain. Reports indicated that search efforts intensified on subsequent days, but inclement weather repeatedly forced teams to halt operations.
On Tuesday, rescuers, consisting of around 50 personnel, finally reached her, descending 600 meters into a ravine where her body was discovered. However, adverse weather conditions prevented the immediate retrieval of her remains. Search and rescue head Mohammad Syaffi confirmed plans to resume efforts at first light on Wednesday.
Mount Rinjani, Indonesia's second-highest volcano at 3,726 meters, draws in thousands of hikers yearly despite the inherent dangers. The recent tragic incident adds to concerns over hiking safety on this popular trail, particularly following another fatality last month involving a Malaysian tourist. Marins' family has voiced apprehension regarding the ongoing use of the trail in light of the accident, emphasizing the need for greater safety measures for outdoor adventurers.
