Published 20 days ago

Stranded sailors rescued from remote Pacific island after spelling 'HELP' with palm tree leaves

Three stranded men in their 40s, related to each other, were rescued from an uninhabited island by the Coast Guard in Micronesia. They spelled out 'HELP' on the beach using palm leaves.
Eventually, after persistent efforts, a Coast Guard boat joined the rescue operation. The men were taken back to Polowat after being rescued.
The trio survived on coconuts and had access to fresh water from a small well. They were found in good health and their damaged skiff recovered.

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