Three fishermen rescued after nine days adrift near Choroní

Three fishermen from Nueva Esparta were rescued near the coast of Tuja Island in Choroní, Aragua, after spending nine days adrift in the Caribbean Sea. The survivors, identified as Jesús Fermín, Robert Cedeño, and Jhon Marín, had departed from the port of Porlamar on Margarita Island aboard a vessel named ‘La V’.

The incident began when the boat experienced mechanical engine failure, which, combined with adverse sea conditions, led to the total sinking of the vessel. The men were left exposed to the elements without access to potable water.

Following their rescue, the men were taken to the Choroní Ambulatory for medical attention. They were diagnosed with extreme dehydration, sunburns, and physical exhaustion.