Missing teenager survives six nights in Australian wilderness

A teenager went missing during a camping trip in Walhalla East, Australia, but was found two days later in a dry riverbed. He had walked through rough terrain and fell into the riverbed, where he remained until he was discovered by a helicopter crew. The boy is recovering in the hospital with cuts, exhaustion, and severe sunburn. His mother expressed relief at his safe return, calling it a miracle, although he will face house arrest as a consequence.

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