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Malaysian tourist rescued after falling into 10-metre hole in Dalat

A Malaysian tourist fell into a 10-metre-deep hole while hiking with friends in Dalat, Lam Dong Province, on October 25.

The incident occurred at 5.45 am in a pine forest in the Hon Bo residential area of Lam Vien-Dalat Ward. Goh Shu Wen, 40, was hiking and spending time outdoors with a group of friends when she suddenly fell into a hole about 10 metres deep and 0.7 metres in diameter.

People at the scene tried to pull her out but were unsuccessful.

Malaysian tourist rescued after falling into 10-metre hole in Dalat - 1

Emergency responders rescue the tourist after she fell into a deep hole (Photo: Van Minh).

After receiving a report, police from Lam Vien-Dalat Ward arrived and coordinated with Lam Dong Provincial Police and other relevant agencies to carry out the rescue.

At 7.15 am, rescuers brought the woman out of the hole and took her to hospital for emergency treatment.

Initial assessments found that she had sustained an injury to her right ankle. The full extent of her injuries was not immediately clear.

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