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Stranded on a Rain-Swept Mountain | Auckland News
A 19-year-old New Zealander, Luca Zylstra-Law, survived eight harrowing days stranded in a Solomon Islands ravine after a mountain climbing trip turned deadly. Torrential rain, rockfalls, and dwindling supplies tested his limits, while his mother received chilling final messages that broke her heart. With no hope of rescue, they cleared trees near a waterfall to signal rescuers — and a daring helicopter pilot finally saved them. Now home, Luca’s adventure has reshaped his life, teaching him to cherish every moment — and he’s already planning his next climb, this time with gratitude, not…
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