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Hiker Found Alive After Two Weeks in Kentucky Wilderness

Scott Hern's survival in Red River Gorge defies expectations with no food for 12 days.

Overview

  • Rescuers discovered Scott Hern after an extensive search in treacherous terrain.
  • Hern was last seen on July 6 and found on the final planned day of the search.
  • He survived 14 days in the wilderness, including 12 days without food or water.
  • The rescue team followed footprints and faint calls for help to locate him.
  • Hern is now recovering after being airlifted to a hospital.