Peruvian Fisherman Rescued After 95 Days Adrift in Pacific Ocean

Máximo Napa Castro, a 61-year-old Peruvian fisherman, was rescued after spending 95 days adrift in the Pacific Ocean, having survived by eating roaches, birds, and turtles. He embarked on his fishing trip from Marcona on December 7 but was thrown off course by a storm ten days in, leading to a search by his family that lasted until an Ecuadorian fishing patrol discovered him over 1,000 kilometers from the coast. Despite being heavily dehydrated and in critical condition, Napa credited his survival to thoughts of his family, particularly his two-month-old granddaughter. His mother, Elena Castro, expressed her despair during the search but maintained hope, while Napa's daughter highlighted the miracle of his return. After being released from the hospital, Napa was set to return home to Lima for further medical checks. His emotional reunion with family underscores the resilience of hope amid despair.