Rescue of Three Sailors from Pikelot Atoll

SOURCE npr.org
Three sailors stranded on a small Pacific island were successfully rescued after spelling 'help' with palm tree leaves in the sand.

Key Points

  • Three sailors in their 40s stranded on Pikelot Atoll
  • Sailors spelled 'help' with palm fronds in the sand
  • Rescue efforts involved U.S. Coast Guard, Navy, and local resources
  • Sailors were found in good health and returned to Polowat

Pros

  • Successful rescue of stranded sailors
  • Innovative use of palm fronds to spell 'help'
  • Collaboration between U.S. Coast Guard, Navy, and local resources