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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