A 39-year-old tourist in China has been rescued after spending a week adrift in the open sea.
According to sea-news.az, the incident occurred near Hainan Island, China. The tourist reportedly fell into the sea by accident and was unable to reach shore.
It is reported that he survived for about a week without any flotation device, feeding only on small crabs in order to stay alive. His condition deteriorated due to severe sunburn and dehydration, and he is also said to have experienced hallucinations.
According to the tourist, days 4 and 5 were the most difficult period of his ordeal. He tried to signal a passing ferry but was not noticed.
He was eventually spotted and rescued by two fishermen near the Chengjiao area. He is currently receiving treatment in hospital.
