Rescue operations are underway for a Brazilian woman, identified as 26-year-old Juliana Marins, who fell from a hiking trail on Mount Rinjani, Indonesia's second tallest volcano, while part of a hiking group. The incident occurred around 06:30 local time on Saturday, leading to immediate search and rescue efforts by local authorities. Reports indicate that Marins fell from a cliff adjacent to the volcano's crater, prompting her family to raise concerns over the ongoing search efforts.
Initial searches indicated she was alive after rescuers heard her cries for assistance. However, foggy weather and challenging terrain complicated the recovery mission. By Saturday, drone footage confirmed she remained immobile but was not in direct visibility of rescuers despite her close proximity to the search team. As rescuers descended into the area believed to be her location, they were unable to locate her further down the slope.
Revisiting her location on Sunday, rescuers found she had moved from the original spot, raising apprehensions regarding her safety, as reported by park authorities. The family expressed their frustration over the rescue conditions, emphasizing that the park had remained open to tourists while Juliana was potentially in distress without water, food, or adequate clothing for over three days.
According to eyewitness accounts from Marins's hiking companions, the conditions were treacherous during their ascent, marked by poor visibility. The Brazilian foreign ministry has confirmed they are in communication with Indonesian officials, deploying embassy personnel to oversee the situation. Past incidents at Mount Rinjani, including fatalities, underscore the risks involved in hiking the popular but perilous route, which remains a draw for adventurers despite its dangers.
