Survival at Sea
Five fishermen missing since mid-March were rescued after surviving 55 days adrift in the Pacific Ocean by drinking rain and seawater. They were found by an Ecuadorian tuna boat called Aldo.
Key Points
- Five fishermen rescued after 55 days adrift in the Pacific Ocean
- Survived by drinking rainwater and seawater
- Equipment failure caused communication and navigation issues
Pros
- Resilience and survival skills demonstrated by the fishermen
- Successful rescue operation by the Ecuadorian navy
Cons
- Risk of life-threatening situations while at sea