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Yahoo
3 days ago
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- Yahoo
Missing Florida man who wandered away at popular New England tourist destination found dead
A 79-year-old Florida man was found dead Friday morning after going missing from the summit of Mount Washington in New Hampshire, the state Fish and Game Department confirmed in a social media post. Officials said search crews had located the body of William Davis after a difficult three-day operation involving helicopters, drones and dozens of ground personnel atop the popular New England summer tourist destination. "It is a tragic end to a tough search mission and the Fish and Game Department would like to thank all the volunteers and staff who worked tirelessly to bring Davis back to his family," the department said in a Facebook post. Davis, of Jacksonville, Florida, reached the summit by way of the Mount Washington Cog Railway on Wednesday afternoon, the Fish and Game Department said in a news release Thursday. He was last seen near the visitor center around 3:20 p.m., after taking a photo with his wife. Soon after, he separated from her and walked toward the trail area alone. Hiker's Wilderness Adventure Ends In Tragedy At Popular Park Destination At some point, Davis made brief contact with a state park employee by cellphone. He reported being off-trail and described his surroundings but could not explain his location. His phone died during the call. Search teams were notified shortly after 6 p.m. and began looking for him that evening. Read On The Fox News App Crews initially focused on the western side of the summit. Fish and Game officers, park staff, and volunteers from Androscoggin Valley Search and Rescue used drones and ground teams to search the area into early Thursday morning. Fog and wind slowed progress, and no sign of Davis was found, according to officials. On Friday morning, search teams shifted their focus to the eastern and southern slopes of the mountain. Weather conditions had worsened. Rain, clouds, and high winds moved in. Temperatures hovered in the low 40s, and wind chill readings dropped to near freezing. Hiker Disappears In Wilderness After Taking 'Shortcut' That Leads To Voice From The Woods Mount Washington is known for sudden weather changes, rocky terrain, and limited visibility, even in summer. Wind chills can dip below freezing without warning. Although the summit is accessible by car and train, trails just beyond the visitor center can turn treacherous for anyone unfamiliar with mountain hiking. Dozens of rescues are conducted on the mountain each year. At around 11 a.m. On Friday, AVSAR volunteers found Davis's body about 400 feet off the Lion Head Trail. The location was between the Alpine Garden and Tuckerman Ravine Trails, both of which run through rocky and exposed terrain. Rescue officials said Davis appeared to have suffered a serious fall. A Black Hawk helicopter crew from the New Hampshire Army National Guard was conducting a training mission nearby and was able to assist with the recovery efforts during a short break in the weather, officials said. An autopsy is pending at the state medical examiner. Authorities have not determined how Davis ended up in the remote area where he was found. The New Hampshire Fish and Game Department did not immediately respond to Fox News Digital's request for further article source: Missing Florida man who wandered away at popular New England tourist destination found dead Solve the daily Crossword
Telegraph
6 days ago
- Telegraph
British hiker found dead after going missing in Italian Alps
A British hiker has been found dead in the Italian Alps a week after he went missing on a solo trip. Matthew Hall, 33, from Hull, disappeared on July 9 after sending a text message to a friend saying he had taken a wrong turn and had decided to rest. Italian police told Mr Hall's family that he was missing later the same day. A search operation was launched, involving three helicopters, mountain rescue teams and a drone. On Wednesday evening, his body was discovered in a steep gully near the Cross of Daloo, a mountaintop viewpoint above the town of Chiavenna, where he had been staying since July 5. A helicopter was sent to assist with the recovery. Some of Mr Hall's friends and colleagues at a broadband company travelled to Italy to help look for him, and said they were devastated by the loss. 'We all absolutely loved him. At least we are bringing him home, back to where he should be,' said Sam Jackson, who was part of the search. Speaking to the BBC, Mr Jackson said the group had been optimistic they would find Mr Hall, and thanked police, rescue workers and the local community for giving them help and support. 'They have found our pal,' he said. Mr Jackson said Mr Hall loved snowboarding, skateboarding, and watching his local rugby league team, Hull KR. Mr Hall's mother arrived in Italy on Wednesday and his father is expected to join her on Friday. He was known to be a confident hiker with knowledge of mountains and rough terrain. It is thought that he was planning an eight-hour trek on the day of his disappearance. A Foreign Office spokesman said: 'We are supporting the family of a British man who has died in Italy and are in contact with the local authorities.'
BBC News
15-07-2025
- BBC News
Italy hiker Matthew Hall was 'relaxed' before going missing
A British hiker "sounded relaxed" prior to going missing in Italy, a friend has Hall, from Hull, was staying at the B&B Ploncher hotel when he disappeared from Chiavenna, Lombardy, on 9 a last text sent to friend Jacob White on the day he went missing, Mr Hall had told him he thought he had taken "a wrong turn" on a trail and was "having a rest".Friends of the 33-year-old, including five of his colleagues from Quickline, a broadband provider in Willerby, East Yorkshire, have flown to Italy to join the search. Mr White said he received a text from Mr Hall at 13:37 BST on 9 said Mr Hall "sounded relaxed" in the text and was asking him about his own holiday in White added that his friend "sounded as if any danger he might have seen was over". Speaking from Italy, Mr Hall's close friend, Ben Lee, said: "We're here on the ground doing everything we can to help find him."We spoke to the B&B owner who was really helpful and helped us narrow down the hiking routes."There are now five main rescue teams and three helicopters searching for Matt."Friends said permission had also been granted for a drone to be used in the Lee added that "everyone is working so hard" and "around the clock" and the "efforts haven't gone unnoticed"."We just want our friend found, we miss him and we aren't giving up."His family are staying strong back home and we're in constant contact." Mr Hall has worked as an engineer for Quickline since January company said he was a "well-liked colleague" and confirmed that five staff members had travelled to Italy to assist in the search.A Quickline spokesperson said: "We remain in close contact with Matt's family and are doing all we can to support them during this incredibly difficult time."Our thoughts are with Matt and his loved ones, and we are all hoping for a safe and positive outcome."A Foreign Office spokesperson said: "We are supporting the family of a British man missing in Italy and are in contact with the local authorities." Listen to highlights from Hull and East Yorkshire on BBC Sounds, watch the latest episode of Look North or tell us about a story you think we should be covering here. Download the BBC News app from the App Store for iPhone and iPad or Google Play for Android devices
Daily Mail
14-07-2025
- Daily Mail
Desperate search for Brit hiker, 33, missing for five days in Italian Alps as last text he sent before vanishing is revealed
The last text message sent by a British hiker who vanished in the Italian Alps has been revealed. Matthew Hall, 33, has been missing for five days since he disappeared on July 9th while walking in the mountains of Valchiavenna. An urgent search effort was launched when Mr Hall failed to show up for checkout at the local bed and breakfast where he was staying. All attempts to contact him have been unsuccessful but his last communication has now been revealed. On the day Mr Hall went missing he texted a friend to say he'd lost the trail and stopped to rest. This is the last time anyone heard anything from the hiker. The last known sighting was at the 'All Right' pub on July 7. The staff remember seeing him there, but have not seen him since. Mr Hall, approximately 1.78 m tall with brown hair, had arrived in Chiavenna the on July 8, booking a stay at a B&B until July 11. An urgent search effort was launched when Mr Hall failed to show up for checkout at the local bed and breakfast where he was staying Upon his arrival, he asked for directions to hikes in the area, and the hosts suggested several high-altitude itineraries. In the following days, although he never collected his breakfast, the hotel's owners weren't alarmed and simply assumed he'd left early for a walk. But, on the 11th, when he hadn't returned for checkout, alarm bells started to ring. The next day, they entered his room and found all his personal belongings and documents inside, but not his backpack. His phone was turned off. The B&B owner contacted the police and a manhunt began. The operation, which began on July 13th, is being coordinated by the Prefecture and involves the Carabinieri, the Guardia di Finanza, and the Alpine Rescue team.
The Guardian
30-06-2025
- Climate
- The Guardian
Police expand search for missing hiker on NSW south coast ahead of forecast severe weather
Police and emergency services have expanded their search for a hiker missing on the New South Wales south coast after the Bureau of Meteorology issued a severe weather warning for the region. Christopher Moore was last seen on Wednesday at about 10.30am when he was dropped off for a solo camping trip at Twelve Mile Road in Jerrawangala about 30km south of Nowra. He was due to be picked up at the same location on Friday but when he did not arrive, his family contacted police, who began a search for the 38-year-old. 'All of the services SES, RFS, national parks, police rescue are all involved again today as they were yesterday,' the spokesperson said on Monday. 'We have additional resources today because the weather is supposed to turn a little bit for the next couple of days, so we have additional crews working to try and locate him'. The BoM warned that large parts of the NSW coast would be hit by gale-force winds and dangerous surf conditions from Tuesday evening. ⚠️Coastal Hazard Warning for Tues 1 force winds will produce large and powerful surf conditions from Seal Rocks to Batemans Bay, from Tues evening. Beach conditions will be dangerous, with possible erosion and damage. Other warnings current. Police and his family hold concerns for Moore's welfare. Moore was described as being of Caucasian appearance, about 180cm tall, of thin build with short light brown hair, a beard and a moustache. He was last seen wearing khaki and black pants and a khaki-coloured hooded jumper. Sign up to Afternoon Update Our Australian afternoon update breaks down the key stories of the day, telling you what's happening and why it matters after newsletter promotion Anyone with information was urged to contact Nowra police or Crime Stoppers on 1800 333 000.
