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Picture this: a sunny day at Alder Lake, a fishing trip with friends, and then—poof—Hunter goes missing! This suspenseful story unfolded on July 2 when Hunter and his pals drifted out of sight, leaving his mom, Sarah, in a panic. Enter the Pierce County Sheriff’s Office, who didn’t waste any time searching high and low—or should we say far and wide? Night turned into day, and just when it seemed all hope was lost, deputies took a chance on the Little Nisqually River, leading to a miraculous rescue.
Sgt. David Sutherland and a fellow deputy discovered Hunter and the other kids safe but huddled in a cove, making the best of a bad situation. Imagine the relief when they finally found him; it must have felt like finding a needle in a haystack—only this was one happy ending! Sarah spoke about her gratitude, recalling her 12-hour nightmare turned fairy tale thanks to the focused efforts of the deputies. And let’s not forget the icing on the cake—literally—as Sarah whipped up a delicious creation to thank her son’s rescuers.
What struck me as heartwarming was Hunter’s reaction during the rescue. Instead of panicking, he was just enjoying a cookie! Nothing like a snack to keep the spirits high, right? It’s a beautiful reminder that sometimes, even in dire situations, kids can keep it cool while adults are losing their minds. So, what would you have done in Sarah’s shoes during that nerve-wracking wait?
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