Alec Luhn, a dedicated journalist known for covering climate issues, has gone missing while exploring a glacier in Norway, prompting extensive rescue efforts hampered by challenging weather conditions.
Missing US Climate Journalist Found in Norwegian Glacier Search
Missing US Climate Journalist Found in Norwegian Glacier Search
Rescue teams are actively searching for Alec Luhn, a US climate journalist who disappeared during a hiking trip in Norway’s Folgefonna National Park.
Rescue crews in Norway are working tirelessly to locate missing US climate journalist Alec Luhn, who disappeared while hiking in Folgefonna National Park. Luhn, who previously worked for prestigious news organizations like the BBC, set off on his hike from Odda on July 31. His wife, Veronika Silchenko, reported his absence after he failed to board his scheduled flight home on Monday, spurring her to notify the authorities.
Rescue operations face significant challenges due to adverse weather conditions, which have prevented helicopter flights over the search area. Despite this setback, crews are utilizing drones and search dogs to comb the region for any sign of Luhn, as stated by Ingeborg Thorsland, a representative from the Norwegian Red Cross.
Silchenko described her husband as an experienced outdoor enthusiast with a particular passion for exploring the Arctic and glaciers. She emphasized his commitment to documenting the effects of climate change, particularly through visits to glaciers that are experiencing rapid retreat. "Alec is obsessed with the Arctic," she said. "He loves glaciers and snow, and he loves explorers."
At 38, Luhn has spent time in various cities including London, Moscow, and Istanbul, integrating his experiences into his writing. His journalistic work spans a range of prestigious publications, including The Atlantic, National Geographic, The New York Times, Scientific American, and CBS. Last year, he penned an article for the BBC addressing "zombie" fires in Canada that persist year-round, emphasizing the escalating issue of wildfires.
As the search continues, loved ones and the journalism community hold out hope for Luhn’s safe return.
Rescue operations face significant challenges due to adverse weather conditions, which have prevented helicopter flights over the search area. Despite this setback, crews are utilizing drones and search dogs to comb the region for any sign of Luhn, as stated by Ingeborg Thorsland, a representative from the Norwegian Red Cross.
Silchenko described her husband as an experienced outdoor enthusiast with a particular passion for exploring the Arctic and glaciers. She emphasized his commitment to documenting the effects of climate change, particularly through visits to glaciers that are experiencing rapid retreat. "Alec is obsessed with the Arctic," she said. "He loves glaciers and snow, and he loves explorers."
At 38, Luhn has spent time in various cities including London, Moscow, and Istanbul, integrating his experiences into his writing. His journalistic work spans a range of prestigious publications, including The Atlantic, National Geographic, The New York Times, Scientific American, and CBS. Last year, he penned an article for the BBC addressing "zombie" fires in Canada that persist year-round, emphasizing the escalating issue of wildfires.
As the search continues, loved ones and the journalism community hold out hope for Luhn’s safe return.
