Lost dog reunited with owner week after she fell down a waterfall
CNN • • general
Key Points:
- Jessica Johnston survived a 180-foot fall down a waterfall in New Zealand's Arahura Valley, but became separated from her border collie, Molly, during the accident.
- A crowdfunding campaign quickly raised thousands of dollars to fund a helicopter search for Molly, with Precision Helicopters using thermal imaging technology to locate the missing dog.
- Molly was found wet and cold at the base of the waterfall within three hours of search time, and was reunited with Johnston, who was recovering with a cast on her arm.
- Pilot Matt Newton described the rescue as challenging, noting that Molly likely survived by hunting small animals and appeared to recognize her rescuers upon recovery.
- Johnston expressed gratitude for the reunion and considered the ordeal a memorable adventure despite the hardships they faced.
