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WATCH: Dog found a week after owner survives 180-foot fall at waterfall

A hiker was evacuated after falling 180 feet in New Zealand and had to leave her dog behind. An intrepid helicopter pilot rescued it.

Published April 2, 2026, 1:46 PM

Updated April 2, 2026, 2:43 PM3.7K

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Dog found a week after owner survives 180-foot fall at waterfall

A hiker was evacuated after falling 180 feet in New Zealand and had to leave her dog behind. An intrepid helicopter pilot rescued it.

April 2, 2026

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WATCH: Dog found a week after owner survives 180-foot fall at waterfall

Dog found a week after owner survives 180-foot fall at waterfall

A hiker was evacuated after falling 180 feet in New Zealand and had to leave her dog behind. An intrepid helicopter pilot rescued it.

April 2, 2026

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