In brief
Search efforts continue in harsh weather conditions for Alec Luhn, an American journalist who disappeared during a solo hike in Norway's Folgefonna National Park. His wife, Veronika, has expressed concern as searchers utilize dogs and drones amid challenging terrain and storms.
Alec Luhn, a 38-year-old American journalist, has been missing since last Thursday while embarking on a solo hike in Folgefonna National Park, Norway. Luhn was last in contact with his wife, Veronika Silchenko, who shared that he texted her his planned itinerary shortly before his hike.Rescue efforts are complicated due to severe weather, with storms preventing the use of helicopters. Search teams, including experienced climbers, are using drones and dogs to navigate the challenging terrain. Police Chief Oystein Torsnes noted that conditions have been tough, making the rescue operation extremely difficult.Veronika described Luhn as an experienced hiker, and, while she didn’t expect to hear from him during his adventure due to limited service, concern heightened when he missed his return flight. The search began late Monday and continued into early Tuesday, with rescuers determined to find him.Alec Luhn has reported from various demanding environments and his work has appeared in several prominent publications, including The Guardian and The Atlantic. Veronika commented on her distress, saying, “I just really want him back. It’s very hard not to know anything.” Rescue efforts are ongoing as families and news communities hold hope for Luhn’s safe return.
