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Brazilian tourist found dead after falling from an Indonesian volcano

Brazilian tourist found dead after falling from an Indonesian volcano

Summary

A Brazilian tourist named Juliana Marins died after falling from Mount Rinjani, a volcano in Indonesia. She was missing for four days before rescuers found her body. Her fall and the search efforts captivated people in Brazil.

Key Facts

  • Juliana Marins, a 26-year-old Brazilian tourist, fell from Mount Rinjani in Indonesia.
  • She fell approximately 1,968 feet while hiking with a guide and five other tourists.
  • Indonesian rescuers found her body after a four-day search using a thermal drone.
  • The difficult terrain and poor weather conditions made the search challenging.
  • Brazil's Foreign Ministry collaborated with Indonesian authorities in the rescue efforts.
  • There was controversy over claims that the Indonesian government misinformed Marins' family about her rescue status.
  • Mount Rinjani is popular with hikers and is located on the island of Lombok in Indonesia.

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