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Recovery Efforts Continue for Missing Woman Swept Into Carbon River

Zuleika Witron, a former U.S. Army sergeant, went missing after falling into the river with her dog during a Sunday hike in Mount Rainier National Park.

  • Zuleika Witron, 28, fell into the Carbon River under the Fairfax Bridge on March 23, 2025, while hiking with her girlfriend and two dogs.
  • Her dog was found alive a quarter mile downstream, but Witron remains missing despite extensive search efforts.
  • The search transitioned from a rescue to a recovery mission on March 24 due to challenging terrain and adverse weather conditions.
  • Family members and local volunteers are actively participating in the search, hoping to bring closure to her loved ones.
  • Authorities plan to deploy air assets to assist in the recovery if weather conditions improve.
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