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California Hunter Survives 3 Weeks Lost in Sierra Wilderness

Eyewitness News ABC7NYNovember 5, 20251 min2,030 views
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Survival in the Sierra Wilderness

  • 🎯 A California hunter, 65-year-old Ron Daly, was found alive after being lost for 20 days in the Sierra Wilderness.
  • πŸ—“οΈ Daly disappeared on October 13th after a hunting trip, and his family reported him missing when he failed to return.
  • πŸ†˜ The Fresno County Sheriff's Office initiated a large-scale search and rescue operation.

Harsh Conditions and Limited Supplies

  • 🍎 Daly's family stated he only had enough food for two weeks and was without his diabetes medication.
  • 🚢 He got lost after taking a wrong turn, ending up in unfamiliar and rough terrain.
  • πŸ“± He lost his phone and had no means to call for help.

Decision to Walk and Rescue

  • ⛰️ Facing dwindling supplies, Daly decided to walk out rather than stay and wait.
  • πŸ†˜ He described a moment of despair, contemplating his options: "You either try to walk out or you're going to sit here and die."
  • πŸ™ A group of hunters eventually spotted Daly, who had not eaten in nearly a week.

A Miraculous Survival

  • ✨ Daly expressed profound gratitude upon seeing the hunters' vehicle, calling out, "Oh, God, thank you, Lord."
  • πŸ’– His family described his survival as nothing short of a miracle and thanked those who prayed for him.
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