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Malaysian trekker survives Nepal floods thanks to detour

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A Malaysian trekker, Low Hock Meng, survived deadly floods in Nepal by taking an unplanned detour. The 71-year-old had been exploring the Tamang trail, Langtang Valley, and Gosaikunda when he decided to visit the Nagathali viewpoint on August 25. This deviation led him to Thuman and then Lingling on August 26, ultimately saving him from the severe flooding that affected the region. AI

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Malaysian trekker survives Nepal floods thanks to detour

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  1. SCMP — Tech TIER_1 English(EN) · The Star ·

    How a detour saved a Malaysian trekker from jaws of deadly Nepal floods

    It was a detour that saved his life. Malaysian Low Hock Meng, a 71-year-old veteran trekker, had set off on his own in Nepal. He wanted to explore the Tamang trail, Langtang Valley and Gosaikunda. Along his journey, he made the decision to visit the Nagathali viewpoint for a glim…

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