Experts: It is easy to get lost in the jungle


Dark side of nature: The number of people reported lost in Malaysian jungles has risen significantly over the last three years.

PETALING JAYA: The great outdoors is an increasingly popular draw in Malaysia, but many people have learnt the hard way that the wild can be unforgiving if they are not well-prepared for the experience.

The number of people reported lost in the jungle so far this year is significantly higher than in each of the past three years.

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