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Missing Backpacker Found Alive in Harsh Wilderness
Carolina Wilga, a 26-year-old German backpacker missing for twelve days, was discovered alive in Western Australia's remote outback. She was last seen on June 29 at a Beacon supermarket, 300km northeast of Perth.
Miraculous Survival
Found wandering a forest trail in a vulnerable state, Wilga showed no serious injuries. Rescuers airlifted her to a Perth hospital. Her survival methods remain unknown as she hasn't yet shared her experience.
Hostile Environment
The search area spanned South Holland's size with minimal rainfall. Police described the terrain as "extremely hostile with challenging flora and fauna."
Discovery Breakthrough
Helicopter crews spotted Wilga's abandoned van yesterday, stuck in mud near Beacon. Police called this discovery miraculous since all previous search efforts yielded no clues.
About the Australian Outback
Australia's outback covers vast arid regions with extreme temperatures and sparse population. Survival requires specialized knowledge as dehydration risks are high in summer months.
