Peruvian Fisherman Rescued Alive After 95 Days Adrift at Sea
A Peruvian fisherman was discovered alive in the Pacific Ocean following 95 days of being missing at sea, according to a report from Peru’s state news agency Andina on Saturday. Maximo Napa Castro, aged 61, embarked on his fishing trip aboard his vessel on December 7 from Marcona, a seaside community located in the southern part of the nation. However, adverse weather conditions led him to deviate from his planned route and lose his bearings, as reported by Andina. On March 11, he was discovered by an Ecuadorian fishing vessel in maritime areas near the north coast of Peru. The individual was severely dehydrated and in a critical state, according to the agency. Following his rescue, Napa Castro broke down during an emotional interview with local media outlets, revealing that he stayed alive by consuming rainwater gathered from the deck of the boat along with insects, birds, and even a turtle. As per Reuters, he went without food for the past fifteen days. Napa Castro ...