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Cara Severino speaks after being found safe

Cara Severino has paid tribute to the people in Nepal who helped her reach safety during “devastating” floods after she was found safe.

I’m so grateful for the crew we formed on that first day when we entered the national park on the tractor. Sudha, Lucas, Samir and Saugat. It’s thanks to these amazing people I got out safely.

My heart goes out to all the Nepalese families who are grieving loved ones. We passed a guy hiking up to Thulu Safru who lost his whole family when their whole town was destroyed. It’s just so devastating and undeserving.

This is a rare piece of positive news amid a disaster that has brought immense loss and uncertainty …

I have spoken directly with her and am very pleased to know she is safe. She has also spoken with her family, which I know will be a great relief to them.

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