American Student Tragedy: Brook Cheuvront's Death on Table Mountain

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Brook Cheuvront**, a 20-year-old University of North Carolina student, died while hiking on South Africa's Table Mountain. She was reported missing after her tracking app stopped updating, and her body was found the next day. Cheuvront, a Morehead-Cain Scholar and the 2022 valedictorian at Avery County High School, was interning at the University of Cape Town. Authorities have urged hikers to exercise caution and hike in groups.

Her tragic death is a reminder of the dangers of solo hiking and the importance of taking safety precautions. Our hearts go out to her family and friends during this difficult time.

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  • Name: Brook Cheuvront
  • Age: 20
  • University: University of North Carolina
  • Location: Table Mountain, South Africa
  • Status: Deceased
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