Caroline Wilga, a 26-year-old German backpacker, survived 11 nights lost in the Western Australian outback after a car accident. She survived by drinking from puddles and sheltering in a cave. Rescued on Friday, she was airlifted to a Perth hospital and is recovering. Wilga expressed immense gratitude for her rescue and the support she received, highlighting the kindness and community spirit shown to her.

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