More details:
  • Umbrella waved by Kati Kim had SOS spelled in reflective tape
  • Helicopter that located Kati Kim and two children was privately chartered by concerned family members
  • County officials had no choppers of their own for SAR. National Guard helicopters were available, but unknown if they were used in search attempts prior to discovery of Kati Kim.
  • County Sno-Cat's had searched the area where the woman and children were found.
  • Cellphone tower picked up ping from Kim cellphone at 0136 Nov. 26 which was used to concentrate search efforts
  • James Kim's kit included a cigarette lighter in addition to clothing and footwear mentioned above
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