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River tubers' 4-hour tour turned into 3 days of survival in remote Michigan woods
Summary by Frisco News Editorial Desk · Byline on the source page: Morgan Chesky and Dennis Romero | NBC News , as published by NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories
· August 12, 2026
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Key takeaway The group, which included a 9-year-old boy, was found safe after three days.
A tubing trip on a Michigan river took a dramatic turn when two women and a child became lost in the woods. The group, which included a 9-year-old boy, was found safe after three days. They were treated for various injuries and conditions, including dehydration and exhaustion.
The incident occurred when the tubes they were using deflated after hitting a log jam on the Muskegon River. A search effort was launched, involving water, air, and land teams. The tubes were found on the second day of the search.
Further details about the incident are available from Michigan State Police, who identified the individuals involved and provided information about the search and rescue efforts.
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Category: safety ·
Published: August 12, 2026 ·
Source: NBC 5 Dallas-Fort Worth (KXAS) - Top Stories ·
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