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Jaslinda Saludin, 49, was found safe after going missing on Gunung Batu Putih. She discovered notes from the search and rescue team at a camp, indicating she had been close to the search area throughout the operation.
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Perak's Forestry Department has suspended hiking at Gunung Batu Putih for three to six months to assess safety conditions and rehabilitate the area, following a recent incident involving a missing climber.
Rescue teams have increased manpower in the search for Jaslinda Saludin, 49, missing since May 23 during a mountain trek near Tapah. Communication difficulties hamper coordination efforts.