Camper missing for weeks 'miraculously' found alive in California wilderness
Share and Follow

FRESNO COUNTY, Calif. (KSEE/KGPE) – A Georgia woman who was reported missing in California’s Fresno County over two weeks ago was “miraculously found alive” on Wednesday, according to the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office.

Tiffany Slaton, 28, was found safe in a cabin in Vermilion Valley Resort, near Lake Edison in the Sierra Nevada mountain range, deputies said Wednesday.

Slaton had been reported missing on April 29 and was last seen on April 24.

Tiffany Slaton was found Wednesday after having last been seen at a general store on April 24. (Fresno County Sheriff’s Office)

Slaton was located when the owner of the resort found a woman in one of the cabins and contacted the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office. Deputies then met with Slaton at a site near the resort, where she was found to be dehydrated but “otherwise in good condition,” the sheriff’s office said.

“Medics transported her to a hospital for further treatment and observation,” the department wrote in a news release.

Officials said a road leading up to the cabin had been impassible until Wednesday, when it was cleared of snow. The owner of the property, after learning that the road was clear, decided to visit his cabins to prepare for the summer season, which is when he found Slaton.

The owner also told officials that he had intentionally left a cabin unlocked during the off-season just in case someone was trapped in the area and needed shelter, which is exactly what happened to Slaton.

Slaton’s disappearance prompted a massive search by the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office. The most recent update came the day before she was found with a general appeal to anyone traveling in the area.

Detectives are now working with Slaton to learn more about her “overall experience,” officials said.

Share and Follow
You May Also Like
Grand jury subpoenas Brennan, FBI officials in Russia probe, more to come

Breaking: Grand Jury Targets Brennan & Top FBI Officials in Expanding Russia Investigation

Former CIA chief John Brennan, ex-FBI agent Peter Strzok, and former FBI…
FILE - A FedEx cargo plane is shown on the tarmac at Fort Lauderdale-Hollywood International Airport, Tuesday, April 20, 2021, in Fort Lauderdale, Fla. (AP Photo/Wilfredo Lee, File)

Government Shutdown Triggers Flight Reductions, Further Straining Fragile Supply Chain

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced a significant cutback, reducing flight…
Lip reader reveals Camilla's one-word remark to Kate

Camilla’s Surprising One-Word Whisper to Kate Unveiled by Expert Lip Reader

In a poignant display of unity and emotion, Queen Camilla and the…
The Mossfire Grill closes in Five Points after 27 years of business

Mossfire Grill Bids Farewell to Five Points After 27 Years in Business

From Butter With Love, a beloved bakery that found its home within…
Jacksonville's Lanea Mons makes waves at Super Girl Surf Pro finale

Lanea Mons of Jacksonville Shines at Super Girl Surf Pro Finale

Jacksonville Beach transformed into a vibrant hub of activity as it hosted…
Indiana cleaning lady fatally shot after showing up at wrong home: police

Indiana Housekeeper Tragically Killed After Mistakenly Arriving at Incorrect Residence: Police Report

In a tragic incident in Indiana, a cleaning lady lost her life…
US airlines cancel more than 2,500 weekend flights amid shutdown

Massive Flight Disruptions: Over 2,500 US Weekend Flights Cancelled Due to Shutdown

By Saturday evening, airlines across the United States had axed over 2,500…
‘So far, so good’: JAX experiences delayed flights, 1 cancellation amid FAA flight restrictions

Jacksonville Navigates Minimal Disruptions with Delayed Flights and Single Cancellation Due to FAA Restrictions

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reported that its temporary flight restrictions impacted…