🎄 On December 25, the China Coast Guard (CCG) came to the rescue of a Filipino fisherman stranded near Huangyan Dao in the South China Sea. Two days ago, he was discovered waving a sign reading "Help Me" after his boat suffered engine failure and left him adrift for over three days and nights.
According to CCG reports, when asked about his journey, the fisherman said he had departed from Subic Bay, northwest of Manila. With no working engine, his hope was fading fast.
In the viral footage, CCG personnel hand the relieved fisherman water bottles and ship biscuits before radioing the nearest Philippine Coast Guard vessel. The CCG urged immediate assistance, ensuring he was safely transferred for further care.
Drifting alone can be terrifying: imagine battling waves with no engine, no food, and only hope to survive. Thanks to quick action by the CCG and seamless coordination with the Philippine authorities, the fisherman is now on his way home safe and sound. 🚤💨
This heartwarming rescue highlights the power of international cooperation at sea and reminds us that, even in tense regions like the South China Sea, humanity can still come first. 🌊🤝
Reference(s):
cgtn.com
