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Five Fishermen Rescued After 55 Days Adrift at Sea

5/13/2025

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After 55 harrowing days adrift in the vast Pacific Ocean, five fishermen from Peru and Colombia were finally rescued by an Ecuadorian tuna boat on May 7. Battling despair, they survived by drinking rain and seawater, and catching fish. Following their ordeal, the men are now recovering in stable condition.

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Story summary

After 55 harrowing days adrift in the vast Pacific Ocean, five fishermen from Peru and Colombia were finally rescued by an Ecuadorian tuna boat on May 7. Battling despair, they survived by drinking rain and seawater, and catching fish. Following their ordeal, the men are now recovering in stable condition.