Indian National Drowns in Glacier National Park

Siddhant Vitthal Patil, a 26-year-old Indian national working in California, drowned in Montana's Glacier National Park. Patil fell into Avalanche Creek while hiking and was swept away by the current. His body has not been found despite aerial and ground search efforts. He is presumed dead.


Devdiscourse News Desk | Washington DC | Updated: 12-07-2024 10:32 IST | Created: 12-07-2024 10:32 IST
Indian National Drowns in Glacier National Park
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A 26-year-old Indian national, Siddhant Vitthal Patil, tragically drowned in Glacier National Park, Montana, while on vacation with friends, park authorities reported.

Patil fell off a large rock into Avalanche Creek on June 6 while hiking the Avalanche Lake Trail. Friends saw him resurface before being swept away by the current.

His body remains unfound despite aerial searches and drone efforts. Rangers continue to monitor the area and recover personal items downstream.

(With inputs from agencies.)

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