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As search efforts face challenges, the family raises alarms about the ongoing dangers of the hiking route.
Rescue teams in Indonesia are in a race against time to find 26-year-old Juliana Marins, a Brazilian tourist who went missing near Mount Rinjani's crater during a hike. She vanished around 6:30 AM local time on Saturday after reportedly falling from a cliff alongside the trail. While rescue attempts have encountered significant obstacles, such as difficult terrain and poor visibility, Brazilian media and family have confirmed her identity and are appealing for urgent help.Authorities noted that rescuers initially heard her cries for help, confirming she was alive but in a state of shock. However, when they attempted to reach her later that day, poor weather conditions prevented successful contact. Drone footage indicated that she had moved further downhill by Sunday, yet worsening climate conditions forced rescuers to halt their efforts.Marins's family expressed concern over the safety of the hiking path, emphasizing that the park remains open for tourists despite the ongoing rescue. The Brazilian Foreign Ministry is coordinating with local officials, sending embassy representatives to assist in the recovery mission.Mount Rinjani, a popular hiking destination, has seen previous fatalities due to similar incidents, raising questions about hiker safety and park management. With her survival in question, hope remains that Juliana can be found soon.
