Chips, creek water and Take Me Home, Country Roads: how an Australian teenager survived six nights in the bush
Summary
A 17-year-old boy survived six nights alone in bushland near Walhalla, in eastern Victoria, after getting lost and falling down a cliff. Victoria police found him in a creek on Thursday and airlifted him to safety; he was treated for dehydration and was in stable condition on Friday.Key Facts
- The boy was reported missing at about 4 p.m. on Friday after leaving a campsite to retrieve equipment.
- He had only shorts and work boots and left his phone, food and water behind.
- He rationed a packet of chicken-flavoured chips and drank water from a creek.
- He sang John Denver’s “Take Me Home, Country Roads” for comfort during the nights alone.
- More than 100 people took part in the search, including police and rescue teams.
- A police helicopter spotted him sheltering near the creek on Thursday morning.
- He reunited with his mother after the rescue and said it was the best moment of his life.
- He was taken to Melbourne’s Alfred hospital for further checks after suffering dehydration.
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