By Joyce Ann L. Rocamora
MANILA – The Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA) on Friday confirmed that one Filipino national died in the Northern Japan Alps after suffering from hypothermia while trekking.
The Filipino national, who was in a group with six other Filipino mountaineers, passed away on Oct. 12.
One of two Filipinos who suffered trauma has been discharged from the hospital. The other may be out by next week.
The DFA said the Philippine Consulate General in Nagoya is coordinating with Japanese authorities, the family of the deceased, and all concerned parties to ensure the proper documentation and transfer of remains.
“The Department will continue to extend assistance to the Filipino mountaineers and their families,” it said. (PNA)
