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Israeli Snowboarders Rescued After 24-Hour Survival Fight

1/7/2025

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Three Israeli snowboarders, aged 27 to 28, endured a harrowing 24-hour ordeal in Japan's Hakuba Mountain range after straying from the marked trail. Battling severe weather and hypothermia, their rescue was a coordinated effort between the Israeli embassy and local authorities. Thankfully, they were found and rushed to a hospital for much-needed treatment.

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Story summary

Three Israeli snowboarders, aged 27 to 28, endured a harrowing 24-hour ordeal in Japan's Hakuba Mountain range after straying from the marked trail. Battling severe weather and hypothermia, their rescue was a coordinated effort between the Israeli embassy and local authorities. Thankfully, they were found and rushed to a hospital for much-needed treatment.