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Missing hikers reported in good health during last family contact
Six hikers feared missing on Gunung Trans Gerah in Kelantan last spoke to family members on Tuesday, indicating they were in good condition at that time, according to police. The group's whereabouts remain unknown as search and rescue efforts continue.
LSN Malaysia ·
GERIK — Authorities said the six hikers missing on Gunung Trans Gerah in Kelantan had assured their families they were in good health when they made contact on Tuesday, before communication ceased.
Police have launched a search operation for the group, whose disappearance has prompted concern among relatives and emergency services. The hikers' last confirmed communication suggested no immediate distress, though their failure to return as scheduled has raised alarm.
Investigations are ongoing to determine the circumstances surrounding their disappearance. Authorities have urged anyone with information about the missing hikers to come forward to assist in the search operation.
Mountain rescue teams have been deployed to the area to trace the group's last known location and search the surrounding terrain. The operation comes amid growing concern for the hikers' safety following the loss of contact after Tuesday's communication.