Exciting Update from North Carolina!
After four days of wandering in the rugged North Carolina mountains, a weak and dehydrated 12-year-old Boy Scout has been safely escorted back to his troop’s campsite by park rangers.
Michael Auberry was finally brought to a ranger station, where he was met by a medical team and his relieved parents.
With enthusiasm, National Park Service spokeswoman Tina White announced, “We have found our missing Boy Scout!”
While the exact details of his discovery remain unclear, officials received word that Michael was spotted within a mile and a half of the campsite before 11 a.m.
White shared that the most important piece of information they received from the search team was that Michael was in good condition, which sparked celebration and tears of joy among the waiting Scout troop leaders.
Members of Michael’s church even gathered to pray at the staging area, unified in their belief that he would be found.
Throughout the search, Michael’s father displayed unwavering confidence in the rescue teams, stating, “We’ve got great professionals looking for him. We’re just waiting for the news.”
With the help of dog teams, around 70 individuals, and a plane equipped with heat-sensing technology, the search effort covered the challenging wilderness surrounding the campsite.
Fortunately, the weather was slightly milder, with overnight temperatures ranging from the upper 30s to low 40s on Tuesday.
Let’s take a moment to commend the exceptional efforts of the Park Rangers and Volunteers who played a crucial role in locating this brave young man.
