UPDATE – Search for missing bushwalker
Police are continuing in their efforts to search for a 65-year-old Brisbane man reported missing in the Lamington National Park area since the morning of March 29.
Initial inquiries indicate the man went bushwalking and failed to return to a pre-arranged meeting point.
Police hold concerns for his welfare due to his lack of clothing and supplies. Police have conducted searches over the last few days around the Lamington National Park, Green Mountain and Binna Burra tracks without success.
Search and Rescue Coordinator, Senior Sergeant Glenn Ryder said that extreme weather from ex-cyclone Debbie initially hampered searchers in locating the missing person.
“It’s been rough terrain to cover due to the weather conditions, we had mud and other debris to clear before we were able to access the area. The weather is also impeding our ability for an aerial search but we hope to get the helicopters up shortly.”
“We are in constant contact with the man’s family providing them support during this uncertain time.” Senior Sergeant Ryder said.
The search comprises of over 40 personnel including local Rangers, Police and SES members.
The weather continues to provide challenges for the search.
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